Meet Jillian J. Scheidegger, Your Criminal Defense Attorney
Jillian Scheidegger is a partner at Cafferty & Scheidegger, S.C. Jillian has been with the firm since 2013. She focuses exclusively criminal defense and traffic matters. Her practice includes the representation of adults and juveniles charged with crimes. Her cases typically involve drugs, sexual offenses, property crimes, alcohol and domestic violence. Jillian has represented hundreds of clients, zealously advocating for the best possible result in each and every case. It is important to Jillian that her clients feel informed throughout the process and understand each step of the way. Jillian is passionate about obtaining excellent results for her clients whether it be an acquittal at trial or dismissal of the case.
Jillian was born and raised in Wisconsin and resides in Racine with her husband, Cole, and their two dogs. Outside the firm, she has served as a mock trial coach for St. Catherine’s High School and as county counsel for Racine and Kenosha counties on voter protection work.
Why Choose Criminal Defense Attorney Jillian Scheidegger?
From offices in Racine, criminal defense lawyer Jillian Scheidegger defends the rights of people charged with state and federal criminal offenses throughout Southeastern Wisconsin. Contact the firm to arrange a free initial consultation with an experienced Racine criminal defense attorney as soon as possible after you have been charged or come under investigation for a crime. Many cases are time-sensitive, so it is important to speak with one of our staff right away.
Credentials
Bar Admissions
- State Bar of Wisconsinadmitted2015
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Education
- Marquette University Law SchoolJ.D.2015
- University of Wisconsin–La CrosseB.A.2012
Prior Experience
- St. Catherine's High SchoolMock Trial Coach
- Racine and Kenosha CountiesCounty Counsel for Voter Protection
Professional Memberships
- Racine County Bar Association (President-Elect)
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- State Bar of Wisconsin
Awards & Recognition
- Wisconsin Super Lawyers Rising Stars (2021 to 2025)
Practice Focus
- Criminal defense
- OWI and DUI defense
- Domestic violence defense
- Drug charges defense
Languages
- English