About Kathleen B.
Kathleen B — Stilling is a seasoned criminal defense attorney based in Brookfield, Wisconsin. With over four decades of legal experience, she has focused her practice on both trials and appeals. As a partner at Buting, Williams & Stilling, S.C., located at 400 N Executive Dr, Brookfield, WI 53005, she has represented clients in many criminal cases, including drug offenses, sex crimes, and violent crimes. Her extensive knowledge of the law and commitment to her clients have established her as a advocate in the courtroom. Stilling earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1981, following a Bachelor of Arts from the same institution in 1978. After completing her education, she began her legal career as an Assistant State Public Defender in Milwaukee, where she served from 1981 to 1989.
This role provided her with inexperience in criminal defense. This lets the attorney handle numerous cases in both state and federal courts. The skills she developed during this time laid a strong foundation for her future endeavors in criminal law. In 1993, Stilling became the president of the Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, a position she held until 1994. This leadership role highlighted her dedication to advancing the field of criminal defense in Wisconsin. Additionally, she is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Association for Women Lawyers, further demonstrating her commitment to the legal profession and her peers.
Her active involvement in these organizations has allowed her to contribute to the ongoing dialogue surrounding criminal justice reform and defense strategies. Between 2010 and 2011, Stilling served as a Waukesha County Circuit Court Judge. In this capacity, she presided over criminal jury trials, motion hearings, sentencing hearings, and post-conviction cases. Her tenure as a judge was marked by a reputation for legal knowledge and professionalism, earning her respect from colleagues and litigants alike. This experience on the bench provided her with a unique perspective on the judicial process, which she has since utilized to enhance her practice in criminal defense. Throughout her career, Stilling has been a frequent speaker at continuing legal education seminars for lawyers across Wisconsin and at national seminars sponsored by the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
She has lectured on a variety of topics, including sexual assault cases, ethics, and trial practice. Her expertise is also reflected in her publications, including articles in The Champion, a publication of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, Kathleen B. Stilling's experience and dedication to criminal defense have solidified her reputation as a respected figure in the legal community.
