Patrick Campbell

Patrick Campbell is an Associate with Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Prior to joining the firm, Patrick concentrated his practice in the area of criminal defense at the municipal, state and federal levels.

While attending law school in Madison, Patrick quickly developed an interest in criminal law, and in particular, criminal defense. During law school, Patrick worked as a law clerk for Judge Ralph Ramirez in Waukesha County Circuit Court. In his second year of law school, Patrick joined the Prosecution Project Clinic at the University of Wisconsin and interned in the Portage County District Attorney’s Office. Upon graduation, Patrick began work as an Assistant District Attorney in Sheboygan County before returning to Waukesha to work as a prosecutor in the District Attorney’s Office.

Patrick previously worked as a defense attorney in both Milwaukee and Madison and handled a caseload consisting of felony and misdemeanor cases of all types. Patrick’s first jury trial as a defense attorney was an OWI case that resulted in a 15-minute acquittal. Before becoming a defense attorney, Patrick tried several jury trials as a prosecutor, including several OWI cases, arson, fleeing, armed robbery, and numerous others. Patrick is committed to justice for his clients and works tirelessly to achieve the best possible result for every client. In 2024, Patrick was named a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyer magazine.

Outside of the courtroom, Patrick is a Board Member at CelticMKE, home of the annual Irish Fest in Milwaukee. Patrick also enjoys spending time with his fiancée, Lorien, and exploring parks and breweries in Milwaukee County.

Bar Admissions

• Wisconsin

Education

• University of Wisconsin-Madison Law School
  • J.D. 2021
• Bradley University
  • B.A. 2017

Areas of Practice

• Criminal Defense
• Appeals

Professional Associations and Memberships

• CelticMKE, Member