Lester A. Pines

Pines Bach LLP

Madison, WI

49+ Years Experience

Licensed in 3 States

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About Lester

Lester A. Pines is a Retired Senior Counsel and one of the firm's founders. A Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, he specializes in civil and criminal trials, arbitrations, and civil appeals, with extensive experience in state and federal courts. He has a strong commitment to justice, representing clients in cases involving constitutional interpretation, discrimination, voting rights, and employees' rights. He is also counsel to Madison's teachers' union and other labor organizations.

Licensed States

WI IL MI

Education

J.D.

University of Wisconsin Law School

B.A.

University of Wisconsin

Awards & Recognition

Best Lawyers in America®

Criminal Defense: General Practice · 2025

Best Lawyers in America®

Criminal Defense: White-Collar · 2025

Best Lawyers in America®

Employment Law - Individuals · 2025

Wisconsin Super Lawyer

General Litigation · 2024

Best Lawyers in America®

White Collar & Non-White Collar Criminal Defense · 2024

Professional Associations

American College of Trial Lawyers, Federal Civil Procedure CommitteeWisconsin State Committee, Chair, 2022-2024American Bar Association, Litigation SectionJames E. Doyle Chapter of the American Inns of Court, President, 2002-2007Dane County Bar AssociationDowntown Madison RotaryJewish Federation of Madison Board of Directors; President, 2007 - 2010