Nathan T. Otis

Nathan T. Otis is a partner with Nicholson Goetz & Otis, S.C. He focuses his practice on criminal defense and family law, handling cases involving the following matters: homicide, drug possession and distribution, fraud, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, sexual abuse of a child, and child abuse, vehicular crimes (including drunk driving and vehicular homicide), and child abuse (including allegations of shaken baby syndrome).   

In 2004, Mr. Otis graduated from the University of Michigan with an undergraduate degree. He then worked as a corporate trainer and in sales for a while before deciding to pursue a career in law. Mr. Otis attended the University of Wisconsin Law School and received his Juris Doctor in 2010, graduating summa cum laude.

As a former special prosecutor for the Dane County District Attorney's Office, Mr. Otis has an understanding of how the prosecutorial process works. He uses this knowledge to prepare a defense strategy for clients that give them the advantage, and has a record of securing not-guilty verdicts and dismissal of all charges. Mr. Otis also has compassion for his clients and takes the time to listen to their concerns and worries.

Mr. Otis has an impressive trial record, having secured not guilty verdicts in federal and state criminal jury trials, including numerous homicide and sexual assault trials.  He is active in the legal community, with membership in the State Bar of Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

Practice Areas:

• Sex Offenses
• DUI
• Drugs
• Criminal
• Child abuse