About Martin
Martin Kohler is a criminal defense attorney based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He has been practicing law since 1977, specializing in many criminal cases, including white-collar offenses, arson, sexual assault, drug conspiracies, and homicide. Over the years, he is known for his tenacity and skill in the courtroom, handling thousands of cases with a notable record of acquittals, even in complex homicide trials. His expertise extends to representing law enforcement officers, court commissioners, judges. Other public officials in various legal proceedings, from civil matters to pre-indictment criminal investigations. Mr. Kohler earned his Juris Doctor from Hofstra University in 1977.
Prior to that, he completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Wisconsin, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts degree. His legal education laid the foundation for a career dedicated to criminal defense, where he has been recognized by peers as a leader in the field. He is a member of the Wisconsin State Bar, holding license number 1016725, and is in good standing with no reported misconduct. Throughout his career, Mr. Kohler has been involved in high-profile cases that have garnered national attention. His work has been featured in major publications such as the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, Washington Post, and Newsweek. Additionally, he has appeared on national broadcast media, including MSNBC and Dateline, providing expert commentary on criminal law issues.
His contributions to the legal community also include teaching continuing legal education courses since 1984, with presentations to the National CLE Conference in Criminal Law and throughout Wisconsin. He has been a coordinator and presenter for the Annual Conference on Recent Developments in Criminal Law at Marquette University's Center for Continuing Legal Studies. In 1994, Mr. Kohler began presenting to law enforcement officers at the Wisconsin Department of Justice's annual Death Investigation School, sharing his expertise in criminal defense with those involved in law enforcement. He served as the chair of the Criminal Section of the Milwaukee Bar Association for eight years, demonstrating his leadership within the local legal community. His commitment to the profession is further evidenced by his active participation in various legal education and training programs. Mr.
Kohler's firm, Kohler & Hart, is located at 735 North Water Street, Suite 1212, Milwaukee, WI 53202. The firm continues to serve clients in criminal defense matters, upholding the high standards of legal representation that Mr. Kohler has exemplified throughout his career. His experience and dedication to criminal law make him a respected figure in the Wisconsin legal community.
