Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Sparta, WI
Tlustosch Law Office is a dedicated legal practice serving clients in Sparta, Wisconsin, and surrounding areas. With a focus on criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and civil litigation, we combine extensive courtroom experience with a client-centered approach. Our founder, Candice Tlustosch, brings over 15 years of legal expertise, including a judicial appointment as La Crosse County Circuit Court Judge, to every case. We prioritize personalized solutions, ensuring clients receive strategic representation tailored to their unique circumstances. Our commitment to the community is reflected in active involvement with local organizations like the Rotary Club of La Crosse.Recognized with the 2020 Best of La Crosse Award, we emphasize quality over quantity in all legal services. We understand the emotional and financial stakes involved in legal matters, striving to provide compassionate yet aggressive advocacy. Our practice spans Monroe, La Crosse, and Vernon Counties, addressing diverse legal needs with professionalism and integrity. We maintain transparency in communication and billing, ensuring clients feel informed throughout their legal journey. Whether handling complex litigation or drafting estate plans, our goal remains delivering reliable, results-driven legal counsel.
Services
Criminal Defense
Family Law
Estate Planning
Workers Compensation
Real Estate Law
Civil Litigation
Landlord Tenant Law
Traffic Defense
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of legal experience including judicial perspective from La Crosse County Circuit Court
- Our team provides personalized strategies for complex legal challenges
- We maintain active community involvement through organizations like the Rotary Club of La Crosse
- Our practice covers six core legal areas with localized expertise
- We combine courtroom tenacity with compassionate client communication
Services
Criminal Defense
We provide aggressive representation for felony and misdemeanor cases, ensuring proper evidence evaluation and constitutional protections. Our approach focuses on challenging prosecution evidence while protecting client rights throughout the judicial process. With extensive courtroom experience across multiple counties, we handle cases ranging from OWI charges to complex criminal trials.
Family Law
Our practice addresses custody, child support, property division, and spousal maintenance matters. We emphasize strategic early decision-making to establish favorable temporary orders that shape final outcomes. We handle complex family law issues including paternity cases, guardianship appointments, and post-divorce modifications across Wisconsin's western counties.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, and power of attorney documents. Our services ensure client wishes govern asset distribution while minimizing tax implications. We specialize in customized solutions for business succession, retirement planning, and healthcare directives to protect clients' legacies.
Workers Compensation
We represent employees seeking benefits for workplace injuries, including third-party liability claims. Our practice navigates compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and long-term disability impacts. We advocate for clients' rights when employers fail to maintain safe working conditions or contest valid claims.
Real Estate Law
We handle residential and commercial real estate transactions, including contract review, title issues, and closing documentation. Our services protect clients' interests during property purchases or sales, ensuring compliance with Wisconsin's complex real estate regulations while addressing potential hidden liabilities.
People
Candice C.M. Tlustosch
Attorney & Owner
Licensed in Wisconsin and former La Crosse County Circuit Court Judge, Candice brings 15+ years of legal expertise. She specializes in criminal defense, family law, and estate planning, with extensive trial experience across multiple counties. Her practice combines judicial insight with community-focused representation.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We focus on criminal defense, family law, estate planning, workers compensation, and real estate law across Monroe, La Crosse, and Vernon Counties.
How does your former judicial experience benefit clients?
My judicial appointment provides unique insight into courtroom decision-making processes, enhancing strategic case evaluation and evidence presentation for better client outcomes.
Do you handle cases outside Sparta?
Yes, we serve clients throughout Monroe, La Crosse, and Vernon Counties, with flexible appointment options for rural and urban clients.
What makes your estate planning different?
We create customized plans combining wills, trusts, and healthcare directives to protect assets while minimizing tax implications for Wisconsin residents.
How do you approach criminal defense cases?
We challenge prosecution evidence rigorously while protecting constitutional rights, focusing on both trial preparation and pre-trial negotiations to achieve best possible outcomes.
