Award-Winning Homicide & Sexual Assault Defense

MADISON, WI – Chirafisi Anderson, S.C. is proud to announce that Attorneys Corey Chirafisi and Michael Covey were recently honored at the annual Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (WACDL) President’s Conference for their remarkable achievements in the courtroom.

Attorney Michael Covey: Two-Time KNS Award Recipient

Attorney Michael Covey received two KNS Awards, an honor reserved for defense attorneys who secure acquittals in felony sexual assault cases. Named after legendary advocates Donna Kuchler, Jessa Nicholson Goetz, and Kathleen Stilling, this award recognizes the exceptional skill required to navigate the complexities of sensitive crime defense.

In an era of evolving laws and intense societal pressure, securing a “Not Guilty” verdict in these cases requires a unique combination of toughness and sophisticated trial advocacy. These two awards serve as a testament to Michael’s dedication to protecting the rights of the accused in the most demanding circumstances.

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Attorney Corey Chirafisi: The Martin Hanson Memorial Award

Attorney Corey Chirafisi was honored with the Martin Hanson Memorial Award, also known as the Advocate’s Prize. This prestigious award is granted only to practitioners who achieve the rare and challenging accomplishment of securing an acquittal in a criminal homicide case.

The award honors the legacy of Martin Hanson, a founding director of WACDL and one of the finest advocates of his generation. For Corey, this recognition reflects the tireless dedication and elite level of representation required when the stakes are at their absolute highest.

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Our Commitment to the Presumption of Innocence

At Chirafisi Anderson, S.C., these awards represent more than just professional accolades; they represent lives protected and the constitutional right to a rigorous defense upheld. Whether facing charges of sensitive crimes or homicide, our clients know they have award-winning advocates in their corner.

This recognition by our peers at WACDL underscores our firm’s mission: to provide the highest level of trial advocacy for individuals facing the most serious charges in the Wisconsin justice system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

These awards are peer-recognized honors given by the Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. They are not based on popularity, but on documented courtroom results – specifically acquittals in the most difficult types of criminal cases (sexual assault and homicide).

Securing a “Not Guilty” verdict in these cases is statistically challenging due to the intensive resources the state pours into prosecutions. The KNS and Hanson awards specifically recognize the “extraordinary effort” and “elite trial advocacy” required to overcome these challenges.

Not at all. While these awards recognize success in the most serious felonies, the same level of trial preparation, legal scrutiny, and aggressive advocacy is applied to every case we handle, from misdemeanors to complex federal charges.

In criminal law, your attorney’s reputation in the courtroom matters. When prosecutors know they are facing an attorney with a proven track record of winning at trial, it can influence negotiations, motion hearings, and the overall trajectory of your case.

Wisconsin Criminal Defense Practice Areas

Serving Madison & Southern Wisconsin

We represent individuals charged with misdemeanor, felony and OWI offenses in Madison and throughout Dane, Rock, Iowa, Green, Columbia, Dodge, Sauk and Jefferson Counties.

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