Marcus J. Berghahn

Criminal Defense: White-Collar

5.0 (1 reviews)

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

13+ years experience

Updated: Jan 02, 2026

Contact Information

608-257-0945

https://hurleyburish.com

33 East Main Street, Suite 400 Madison WI US

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Bio

Marcus J. Berghahn is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Marcus J., who practices law in Madison, Wisconsin, has been recognized since 2012. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Marcus J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Wisconsin

State Capital

Madison

Highest Court

Wisconsin Supreme Court

Bar Association

State Bar of Wisconsin

Typical Consultation

$150-$350

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$600/hr

Fee Model Notes

Criminal defense matters are commonly billed flat-fee for defined phases or hourly for complex litigation.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense: White-Collar

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Madison (2026)
Lawyer of the Year: Criminal Defense: General Practice, Madison (2023)
Lawyer of the Year: Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Madison (2023)
Lawyer of the Year: Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Madison (2021)
Lawyer of the Year: Criminal Defense: General Practice, Madison (2020)
Recognized: Criminal Defense: General Practice
Recognized: Criminal Defense: White-Collar

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2012

Education

University of Wisconsin–Madison, J.D., graduated 1996

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Reviews

Cynthia Nelson

3 months ago

A formidable advocate in complex white-collar defense

Facing a serious federal investigation, I needed an attorney with deep expertise in white-collar criminal defense. Marcus Berghahn’s reputation, including his Lawyer of the Year recognitions, was well-founded. His 13 years of experience were immediately evident in his strategic, calm guidance. He meticulously dissected the complex financial evidence, explained every legal nuance from our meetings in Madison to proceedings in Milwaukee, and built an unshakeable defense. The result was a dismissal of the most severe charges. Mr. Berghahn combines the sharp intellect of a top-tier litigator with genuine personal investment in his clients. I cannot recommend him and Hurley Burish highly enough for anyone navigating high-stakes legal challenges.