Attorneys currently with Chirafisi Anderson, S.C. have been featured in national and regional media for their work in complex felony litigation, high-profile criminal trials, and commentary on Wisconsin criminal law. Coverage has included nationally reported jury trials, homicide prosecutions, and professional publications addressing criminal defense policy and courtroom practice.

Certain matters referenced below were handled prior to the attorneys joining Chirafisi Anderson, S.C.

National Trial Coverage

Kyle Rittenhouse trial

(Representation handled prior to joining Chirafisi Anderson, S.C.)

Attorney Corey Chirafisi served as defense counsel in the nationally covered Rittenhouse trial in Kenosha County Circuit Court. The case involved complex self-defense litigation, admissibility disputes concerning video evidence, jury instruction challenges, and extensive national scrutiny.

The trial required intensive pretrial motion practice and cross-examination strategy – issues central to the firm’s approach in serious violent crime cases. For more information on how our firm approaches homicide and self-defense litigation, see our Violent Crimes Defense page.

Representative Coverage:

• The Guardian — Reporting on evidentiary disputes and defense motions during trial proceedings.
• Associated Press — National coverage of courtroom arguments and trial developments.
• Fox News — Coverage of cross-examination strategy during witness testimony.

Major Homicide & Felony Trial Coverage

Apple River Stabbing Trial

(Representation handled prior to joining Chirafisi Anderson, S.C.)

Attorney Corey Chirafisi represented the defendant in the widely reported Apple River stabbing trial. Media coverage addressed pretrial litigation, arguments regarding provocation and self-defense, and trial testimony in a fatal confrontation case.

These issues – including self-defense standards and evidentiary admissibility – frequently arise in Wisconsin felony cases involving allegations of intentional homicide or serious bodily harm. Learn more about our approach to First-Degree Intentional Homicide Defense.

Representative Coverage:

• CBS News — Overview of defense counsel and trial strategy.
• Star Tribune — Courtroom reporting on defense arguments and cross-examination.
• KARE 11 — Broadcast coverage of trial proceedings.

Wisconsin Homicide & Felony Trial Litigation

(Representation handled prior to joining Chirafisi Anderson, S.C.)

Attorney Michael Covey has been quoted in regional coverage involving homicide prosecutions and complex felony matters across Wisconsin. Reporting has addressed pretrial motions, alternate suspect litigation under the Denny standard, firearms-related charges, and competency proceedings.

The firm routinely handles high-level felony matters involving violent crime allegations, firearms offenses, and major drug prosecutions. Additional information is available on our:

Representative Coverage:

• WLUK-TV (FOX 11) — Coverage of defense motion practice addressing alternate suspect evidence in a first-degree intentional homicide case.
• Milwaukee Journal Sentinel — Coverage of criminal charges and courtroom appearances in serious felony matters.
• Wisconsin Rapids Daily Tribune – Reporting on felony court proceedings and defense representation in a high-level assault case.

Professional Publications & Legal Commentary

Commentary Published by the State Bar of Wisconsin

Attorney Michael Covey was quoted in a State Bar of Wisconsin article examining systemic challenges within Wisconsin’s indigent defense appointment structure. The publication addressed statutory compensation rates, case backlogs, and the realities of representing serious felony cases under court-appointed structures.

Participation in statewide professional discussion reflects ongoing engagement with criminal justice policy and courtroom practice across Wisconsin circuit courts.

For additional information about our courtroom experience and legal approach, visit:

Additional Regional Criminal Defense Coverage

Attorneys at Chirafisi Anderson, S.C. have also been referenced in Wisconsin news coverage involving:

• Preliminary hearings in homicide cases
• Firearms-related offenses
• Competency litigation and mental health proceedings
• Major felony plea negotiations

These articles reflect active courtroom advocacy across multiple Wisconsin counties, including Dane County, Brown County, Kenosha County, and surrounding jurisdictions. For more information about where we practice, see our Locations page.

Media Inquiries

For media inquiries regarding:

• Wisconsin criminal defense law
• Self-defense and homicide litigation
• OWI and felony defense
• Criminal procedure and evidentiary standards

Please Contact

Chirafisi Anderson, S.C.

411 West Main Street, #201

Madison, WI 53703

p: (608) 250-3500

email: info@chirafisianderson.com