Richards & Wisco, S.C., Racine’s Most Respected Criminal Defense Attorneys

Since 1987

Attorneys Natalie Wisco and Mark Richards (retired) have honed their expertise in criminal litigation and appellate advocacy. Their unwavering commitment to justice is reflected in their diverse practice, which encompasses a wide range of criminal cases, from drug and firearms charges to assault, domestic violence, and sexual offenses.

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TRUST ATTORNEY   Natalie Wisco

“If you need a criminal defense attorney, it’s important to choose one with a track record of extensive experience and successful results. Even though most criminal cases are resolved via plea bargaining, the best results are obtained when the prosecutor knows the defense attorney is ready, willing, and capable of success at jury trial. image of Natalie wiscoAt our law firm, we have three attorneys with decades of experience in criminal defense and a history of obtaining positive results in both the trial and plea-bargaining contexts.”

A graduate of Marquette University School of Law, Attorney Natalie Wisco honed her skills in criminal litigation and appellate advocacy, earning a specialized certificate in Litigation Practice. Her commitment to justice is evident in her diverse practice, which encompasses a wide range of criminal offenses, from drug and firearms charges to assault, domestic violence, and sexual offenses. With a track record of success in trial and appellate proceedings, Attorney Wisco has become widely recognized for her role in high-profile cases, including her instrumental contribution to securing Not Guilty verdicts in the Kyle Rittenhouse trial. Whether facing misdemeanor or felony charges, clients trust Attorney Wisco to provide comprehensive legal representation and fight tirelessly for their rights.

​Our firm specializes in criminal defense cases, encompassing a wide range of offenses such as OWI/DUI, drug trafficking, drug possession, property offenses, homicides, sexual assaults, and traffic violations. We have garnered a strong reputation among our clients due to our exceptional legal expertise and dedication to providing effective representation. With 35 years of experience in Wisconsin, we are well-equipped to handle complex legal challenges and protect our clients’ rights.

  TRUST ATTORNEY RICHARDS (retired)

If you’re in need of a criminal defense attorney, it’s important to choose one with a track record of extensive experience and successful results. At our law firm, we have two attorneys with decades of experience in criminal defense.

Attorney Richards has 30 years of experience practicing in both Wisconsin state and federal courts. Attorney Richards is admitted to practice before the State of Wisconsin, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, and the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals.  While Attorney Richards no longer actively takes cases, he remains Of Counsel with the firm and consults on all matters.

We pride ourselves on being aggressive, knowledgeable, and successful criminal defense attorneys based in downtown Racine. Since 1987, we have handled a wide range of high-stakes cases, including homicide, sexual assault and child pornography, drug trafficking and possession, domestic violence, and probation revocation. We have also taken cases all the way to the Wisconsin Supreme Court and the United States Supreme Court.

In addition to our general criminal defense expertise, we also specialize in the field of DUI defense. Our peers and clients highly recommend us and we believe that if you or someone you know has been charged with a crime or ticketed in Wisconsin, you will not find a better law firm to represent you.

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“I would give ten stars if possible. Attorney Mark Richards’s representation has given me excellent results. The stress and worry one goes through when faced with a legal dilemma can be overwhelming as with who to choose to represent you. Mark immediately relieved me of this from the start. He’s a game-changer! If you are in need of an excellent attorney that delivers, this is the firm to choose. A helpful tip for any of you that need an attorney willing to go outside Racine, they handle cases all over Wisconsin. I have also had attorney Brian Dimmer handle traffic tickets in the past and would recommend his service also.”

-State v. N.N. (19 CT 1339)

 

“I just wanted to thank you, Mark. On behalf of myself but ESPECIALLY my family. That stuff about my daughter was NOT an exaggeration, you may very well have kept her from backsliding, perhaps even permanently. That is a young unfortunate whose future you helped to protect Mark, I will never forget that ever. Everybody in the courtroom was impressed. The DA came on so strong it almost seemed she was going to blow me out the door. But you took the wind out of her sails. It was, for lack of a more judicious term, badass. You’ve been great with me since the beginning of the case, and over the years you’ve helped out so many of my closest friends it would take a while for me to come up with a figure on how many. You’re one bad hombre Richards, straight up. Once again, gracias. Can’t thank you enough. And even if it had gone the other way, I would still have held you in the same esteem. I’ll always refer people to you or come to you for my legal needs.”
-Lisa, 5-15-17

 

“I would give ten stars if possible. Attorney Mark Richards’s representation has given me excellent results. The stress and worry one goes through when faced with a legal dilemma can be overwhelming as with who to choose to represent you. Mark immediately relieved me of this from the start. He’s a game-changer! If you are in need of an excellent attorney that delivers, this is the firm to choose. A helpful tip for any of you that need an attorney willing to go outside Racine, they handle cases all over Wisconsin. I have also had attorney Brian Dimmer handle traffic tickets in the past and would recommend his service also.”

-State v. N.N. (19 CT 1339)

 

“Great Attorney, helped me beat a DUI charge which I was facing jail time for. Mark reviewed my case and quickly determined that there was no probable cause for the State Police to take a blood sample. After a few court sessions the DA agreed there was no probable cause and dropped the case against me! Even though Mark never promised me he would get the case dismissed, I had all confidence that he would win. He is a smart and skillful Attorney!”
-State v. CC (13 CT 731)

Attorney Natalie Wisco is not only a genius in her field, but she’s also one of the very very rare ones that truly care about the outcome of her clients & will make sure you’re heard and will go above & beyond to help her clients. I’d recommend them to everyone I know that may be in need of a amazing attorney. Also extremely thorough and make sure you understand exactly what is going on. 10 out of 10!
-A dF

“Mark was my third attorney but the first to believe in me. I was charged with murdering my wife, when she had in fact committed suicide. Mark and his investigator went out to the crime scene and found evidence that the police did not want to find. After testing the evidence, the murder charge against me was dismissed. If it wasn’t for Mark, I would have received life in prison.”
-State v. J.R. (05 CF 471)

 

“I just wanted to thank you, Mark. On behalf of myself but ESPECIALLY my family. That stuff about my daughter was NOT an exaggeration, you may very well have kept her from backsliding, perhaps even permanently. That is a young unfortunate whose future you helped to protect Mark, I will never forget that ever. Everybody in the courtroom was impressed. The DA came on so strong it almost seemed she was going to blow me out the door. But you took the wind out of her sails. It was, for lack of a more judicious term, badass. You’ve been great with me since the beginning of the case, and over the years you’ve helped out so many of my closest friends it would take a while for me to come up with a figure on how many. You’re one bad hombre Richards, straight up. Once again, gracias. Can’t thank you enough. And even if it had gone the other way, I would still have held you in the same esteem. I’ll always refer people to you or come to you for my legal needs.”
-Lisa, 5-15-17

 

“Mark is fantastic lawyer. He represented a family member of mine, in two separate instances, and exceeded our expectations both times!… Should I ever need a defense attorney, I would absolutely use Mark.”
-Jennifer, 4-21-15 (via google+)

“I would give ten stars if possible. Attorney Mark Richards’s representation has given me excellent results. The stress and worry one goes through when faced with a legal dilemma can be overwhelming as with who to choose to represent you. Mark immediately relieved me of this from the start. He’s a game-changer! If you are in need of an excellent attorney that delivers, this is the firm to choose. A helpful tip for any of you that need an attorney willing to go outside Racine, they handle cases all over Wisconsin. I have also had attorney Brian Dimmer handle traffic tickets in the past and would recommend his service also.”

-State v. N.N. (19 CT 1339)

 

“I just wanted to thank you, Mark. On behalf of myself but ESPECIALLY my family. That stuff about my daughter was NOT an exaggeration, you may very well have kept her from backsliding, perhaps even permanently. That is a young unfortunate whose future you helped to protect Mark, I will never forget that ever. Everybody in the courtroom was impressed. The DA came on so strong it almost seemed she was going to blow me out the door. But you took the wind out of her sails. It was, for lack of a more judicious term, badass. You’ve been great with me since the beginning of the case, and over the years you’ve helped out so many of my closest friends it would take a while for me to come up with a figure on how many. You’re one bad hombre Richards, straight up. Once again, gracias. Can’t thank you enough. And even if it had gone the other way, I would still have held you in the same esteem. I’ll always refer people to you or come to you for my legal needs.”
-Lisa, 5-15-17

 

“I just wanted to thank you, Mark. On behalf of myself but ESPECIALLY my family. That stuff about my daughter was NOT an exaggeration, you may very well have kept her from backsliding, perhaps even permanently. That is a young unfortunate whose future you helped to protect Mark, I will never forget that ever. Everybody in the courtroom was impressed. The DA came on so strong it almost seemed she was going to blow me out the door. But you took the wind out of her sails. It was, for lack of a more judicious term, badass. You’ve been great with me since the beginning of the case, and over the years you’ve helped out so many of my closest friends it would take a while for me to come up with a figure on how many. You’re one bad hombre Richards, straight up. Once again, gracias. Can’t thank you enough. And even if it had gone the other way, I would still have held you in the same esteem. I’ll always refer people to you or come to you for my legal needs.”
-Lisa, 5-15-17

 

“They worked to resolve my case swiftly, without a criminal conviction, and saved my job and reputation. Thanks!”
-State v. K.M. (13 CM 1400)