Legal Resources

We're not able to offer legal advice or lawyer referrals, but we hope the information below helps your family find its way through the system. For guidance on your specific situation, we encourage you to help your loved one connect with a qualified attorney.

Guides to Help Navigate

The following are guides to help navigate the Dane County legal system
Resources for incarcerated individualsResources for family and friends of incarcerated individuals

Additional Resources

Journey Mental Health Center, Emergency Services Unit                                            
25 Kessel Ct. 
Madison, WI 53711
Phone: (608) 280-2600

Dane County Jail
Public Safety Building
115 Doty St.
Madison, WI 53703
Current Resident Search
Dane County Jail Victim Information Notification Everyday

Dane County Sheriff’s Mental Health Team
625 W. Washington Ave.
Madison WI 53703
Phone: (608) 266-4033

Wisconsin State Public Defender
17 S. Fairchild St.
Madison, WI 53703
County Search: Find Your Public Defender

Dane County District Attorney
215 S. Hamilton St. #3000
Madison, WI 53703
Phone: (608) 266-4211

City of Madison Attorney
City County Building 210 MLK, Jr. Blvd. Room #401
Madison, WI 53703
Phone: (608) 266-4511
E-mail: attorney@cityofmadison.com or

Related Links

Wisconsin State Bar Association – Information about connecting with a lawyer who meets your needs     

Discrimination/Patient Rights – Learn more about your rights in the community and access to long term care

Health Insurance-Legal Issues: ABC for Health – Assistance with understanding health coverage related issues

Legal Dictionary: Nolo Glossary of Terms

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