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Joshua Franklin
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Attorney
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Cannabis Law, Divorce and White Collar Crime
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
From low-income families, to high net-worth individuals and small/medium sized businesses, Attorney Franklin prides himself in providing the same high-quality representation to all clients.
Having practiced at both AM100 law firms, boutique law firms and working at various states Attorney's Offices, Mr. Franklin confidently addresses the complex aspects of all legal affairs. Additionally, Attorney Franklin deeply understands the relation between client’s corporate, investment, and entrepreneurial interests when assisting clients with legal strategy.
As a leader and educator, regularly contributes to industry discussions, participates in regulatory initiatives, and advocates for favorable legal frameworks that promote fairness and justice. Individuals, business...
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Catherine Trevino
Anoka County, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer with 35 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Valparaiso University School of Law
My office is located in Anoka, Minnesota. I am currently concentrating my law practice in the area of criminal defense. I represent clients charged with all levels of felonies and misdemeanors. I also handle DWI's and all traffic related matters.
My experience as a former prosecutor gives me a unique perspective and enables me to effectively represent my clients. Experience does matter, so contact me today to assist you with your case.
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Faison T. Sessoms
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Attorney with 46 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and White Collar Crime
Drake University Law School
I graduated from law school in 1977 and was a prosecutor for the next five years. Since 1982, I have practiced exclusively in the area of criminal and DWI defense. I was the 1998-99 President of the Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice. I am a member of the National Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers and have been elected to the National College for DWI Defense. I currently serve on the Board of Directors of the Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. I am the 2013-14 President of the MACDL and I also serve as the chairman of the MACDL...
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John Akwuba
Dakota County, MN Criminal Defense Attorney
(651) 645-1440
2147 University Avenue West, Suite 212
Saint Paul,, MN 55114
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Insurance Claims and Personal Injury
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Attorney John Akwuba has been practicing immigration law in the St. Paul-Minneapolis area for over 25 years. He received his Juris Doctor degree from William Mitchell Law School and has dedicated his career to helping individuals and families navigate the often complex and confusing immigration system in the United States.
John has a passion for immigration law and has a reputation for being knowledgeable, compassionate, and dedicated to fighting for the rights of his clients. He has represented clients in a wide range of immigration matters, including family-based immigration, employment-based immigration, deportation defense, and asylum cases.
In addition to his work as...
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Mr. Bruce Michael Rivers
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Attorney with 26 years of experience
(612) 339-3939
701 Building Suite 300
701 Fourth Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55415
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Business, DUI & DWI and White Collar Crime
William Mitchell College of Law
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Ethan P Meaney
Maple Grove, MN Criminal Defense Attorney with 24 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Appeals and DUI & DWI
University of South Dakota School of Law
ETHAN P. MEANEY has been practicing in the area of DWI defense since 2001. Prior to that he prosecuted hundreds of DWIs in Hennepin and Goodhue Counties. Meaney has represented thousands of DWI cases and his recent victories in the Minnesota Court of Appeals cases State of Minnesota v. Paul Scott Demars and Tracey Ernest Wiberg v. Commissioner of Public Safety are just examples of his commitment to quality DWI representation.
Meaney graduated magna cum laude from Northern State University in 1996 and graduated in 1999 from the University of South Dakota School of Law in the top quarter...
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Todd V. Peterson
Scott County, MN Criminal Defense Attorney with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Juvenile
William Mitchell College of Law
Todd V. Peterson has been defending the rights of individuals charged with crimes for over 20 years. He began his professional career in 1993 as a law clerk to the Honorable Joseph E. Salland. In 1997, he moved to the St. Cloud area and opened his practice. Todd is a Minnesota State Bar Association Certified Criminal Law Specialist, a member of the Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He is a member and past president of the Stearns/Benton County Bar Association, a member of the Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and a...
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Kirk Matthew Anderson
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Attorney with 14 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Cannabis Law, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
Hamline University School of Law
Kirk M. Anderson is the founder of Anderson Law Firm, PLLC, and focuses his practice primarily in the areas of criminal defense, personal injury, and appeals. Mr. Anderson has successfully defended criminal charges ranging from petty misdemeanors to felony level offenses in Minnesota, Wisconsin and United States District Court. He has litigated hundreds of civil disputes, and participated in more than 50 appeals.
Prior to his legal career, Mr. Anderson was a television reporter at KSAX-TV in Alexandria, MN, and Sports Director of KVSC-FM in St. Cloud, MN, where he was also the play-by-play announcer for the St. Cloud State University...
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Rebecca Rhoda Fisher
Dakota County, MN Criminal Defense Attorney
(651) 251-3838
Lakes and Plains Office Building
842 Raymond Avenue, Suite 207
St. Paul, MN 55114
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
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Charles Clas
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Attorney
Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
University of Minnesota Law School
Charles Clas gained considerable experience in criminal law before he even graduated from law school. He participated in the Misdemeanor Prosecution Clinic at the University of Minnesota School of Law, and served as an instructor and member of the Civil Rights National Moot Court team. Charles also worked as a law clerk at Caplan & Tamburino Law Firm, P.A. before joining the firm as a full time attorney in 2014. Charles has successfully tried many criminal cases for the firm, such as marijuana possession, DWI, felony expungement, and 3rd degree assault. If you need experienced and knowledgeable criminal defense you...
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Josh Johnson
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Attorney with 18 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy and Personal Injury
William Mitchell College of Law
"I’m Josh Johnson. I provide first-rate Minnesota legal representation at reasonable rates. I have extensive experience in the 12 counties in and around the Twin Cities Metro area, and have represented hundreds of clients in criminal defense, personal injury and bankruptcy cases. If you have been injured in an auto accident, charged with a crime, or need advice about debt or bankruptcy, call me - initial consultations are always free. I received my Juris Doctorate from William Mitchell College of Law and my bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. I am admitted to the Minnesota Bar...
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Jay Carey
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Washington University in St. Louis
I devote my practice to the aggressive, thorough representation of clients charged with DWI and other crimes in Minnesota. Minnesota's DWI laws have become increasingly complex. The interplay between criminal and civil penalties (loss of driving privileges, license plate impoundment, and vehicle forfeiture) often require an experienced advocate to protect one's interests. I offer all prospective clients a free, in-depth consultation. If you've been charged with DWI or other offense, you're welcome to call me anytime to discuss whether you need, and can benefit from, a private attorney. I charge fixed, reasonable fees that...
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Susanne Eltamimi
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Attorney with 13 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Civil Rights and Immigration
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Susanne Gad is a renowned advocate for vulnerable and marginalized groups. After a successful, decade-long career as an attorney for the United Nations, Susanne's sister decided to join forces with her sister Sarah and crusade for justice. Susanne is among the most sought-after immigration advocates in the country due to her exceptional track record of success when it comes to asylum status, identifying paths to citizenship, and appealing cases lost by other immigration and human rights attorneys. In fact, a large number of Susanne's immigration clients turned to her in order to fix mistakes caused by their previous immigration...
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David Reyes
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer
(763) 434-1900
IDS Center
80 South 8th Street, Ste 900
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Boston College Law School
DAVID REYES voted 2012 and 2011 "BEST LAWYER" in Edina, Eden Prairie, and Minnetonka, Minnesota by the Reader's Choice Awards!!
HAVE A FORMER FEDERAL PROSECUTOR and FBI AGENT ON YOUR SIDE!
I am a criminal defense attorney with over twenty-eight years of criminal law experience. As a former FBI Agent and Federal and State prosecutor, my clients get strong representation from an experienced trial attorney.
My background is truly unique. After graduating from law school, I became a Special Agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. I worked in several states conducting a variety of criminal investigations. After my career as an...
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Kelly Keegan
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Attorney with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
University of Minnesota Law School
Kelly J. Keegan has been lead defense counsel on hundreds of cases of all types and levels, ranging from serious felonies to minor traffic offenses. Additionally, Kelly handles post-conviction matters such as expungement, probation violations, Department of Human Services background study disqualifications, reinstatement of the right to possess firearms, and sentence modification motions. She has represented clients under investigation prior to being formally charged, as well as clients facing grand jury indictment. Kelly is admitted to practice in Minnesota State Court as well as Federal United States District Court for the District of Minnesota. She enjoys working in the courtroom...
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Mark David Luther
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer with 50 years of experience
(952) 931-9398
Ridgedale Office Center
13911 Ridgedale Drive; Suite 401B
Minnetonka, MN 55305
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
James E. Rogers College of Law, University of Arizona
I am an attorney in private practice since 1973. I have experience in Minnesota State and Federal courts, as well as Minnesota appellate practice. I charge reasonable fees. I have represented hundreds of clients and I have handled a wide variety of client matters since 1973.
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Coley John Grostyan
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
William Mitchell College of Law
Coley Grostyan is a criminal defense attorney committed to providing high quality, cost effective, and result oriented representation to his clients. Mr. Grostyan prides himself on working passionately and tirelessly for his clients to ensure the best possible outcome is attained.
Coley Grostyan practices in the area of criminal defense and represents clients facing a variety of criminal charges such as DWI or DUI, serious felonies, drug charges, theft, assault, appeals, homicide, and more. Coley Grostyan's assertive and passionate approach to the practice of law has successfully resolved a variety of criminal cases for his clients.
In addition to vigorously defending...
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Katherine Joseph Claffey
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Attorney
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and White Collar Crime
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Attending the University of Minnesota, Duluth, Katherine was immediately drawn to the field of criminal justice. After obtaining her Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology from the University of Minnesota, Duluth, Katherine set her mind on becoming an attorney.
Wasting no time, Katherine obtained her law degree from the Mitchell Hamline School of Law. While in law school, Katherine became intrigued with the various aspects of criminal law and the shortcomings of the criminal justice system. She gained valuable knowledge and experience as a certified student attorney at the Anoka Public Defender's Office where she represented clients with misdemeanor and gross...
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Brandon Lauer
Stearns County, MN Criminal Defense Attorney with 5 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
I graduated from Mitchell Hamline School of Law, honored Magna Cum Laude. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Minnesota in Duluth, honored Cum Laude. I specialize in DWI Defense and Criminal Defense, and have experience with these types of cases. I gained experience both in the Public Defender's offices and with a private law firm before opening my own solo practice.
I specialize in Criminal Defense and DWI. My guiding principles as an attorney include the following:
1) A client's interests come before my own convenience. It's your life and liberty on the line, and when you trust me...
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Derek Archambault
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Attorney
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
University of St. Thomas, Minnesota School of Law
After 15 years of experience working as a prosecutor, I've made the switch to criminal defense because I want to use my skills to help people. I've handled tens of thousands of criminal cases of every kind, and I truly believe I have the skills to help people and make a difference. My goal is to craft a unique and personalized approach to defending every case. Every case and every client are different, with different circumstances, and they should be treated that way.
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Zorislav R. Leyderman
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Appeals and Civil Rights
Zorislav Leyderman moved the U.S. from Ukraine (former Soviet Union) when he was 11 and grew up in St. Paul. He obtained his B.A. degree at the University of Minnesota, where he studied politics and the American criminal justice system. After college, Zorislav continued his education at the William Mitchell College of Law, where he obtained his J.D. and graduated with honors.
While in law school, Zorislav Leyderman worked for the Legal Assistance to Minnesota Prisoners (LAMP) Clinic and the William Mitchell Law Clinic, representing low-income people and Minnesota prisoners in both criminal and civil cases. Zorislav also worked for...
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Thomas P. Leavitt
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
University of St. Thomas, Minnesota School of Law
A Proud Minneapolis Background:
Thomas “Tommy” Leavitt was born and raised on the South Side of Minneapolis and is proud to continue to call that community home. He attended high school at Minneapolis Washburn, where he played both basketball and football. On the gridiron is where he truly shined, earning a scholarship to play for the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers. Leavitt was known for being both a smart and aggressive player, two traits he proudly carries into the courtroom.
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Tommy Leavitt earned his Juris Doctor from the University of St. Thomas School of Law. U.S. News and World Reports...
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Carolyn Agin Bruno
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Attorney with 34 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
William Mitchell College of Law
Criminal Defense Attorney Carolyn Agin Schmidt has over 20 years experience effectively and vigorously defending criminal cases. Combining this experience with a compassion for the client and a passion for justice, she has earned a reputation for being one of the best criminal defense attorneys in the state.
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Mr. Joel B. Whitlock
Wright County, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
University of St. Thomas, Minnesota School of Law
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Avery Appelman
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Syracuse University College of Law
Avery Appelman is a criminal defense attorney and founder of Appelman Law Firm. While his practice is primarily recognized for its work with DWI and related offenses, he has 15 years of experience working with clients facing drug, assault, theft, criminal sexual conduct, traffic, and prostitution charges.
Avery's greatest strength is his ability to counsel in a way that assists clients in all aspects of their lives. His team works in partnership with clients to streamline the judicial process, thereby enabling individuals to assist in their own defense.
He also recognizes the impact of criminal proceedings on those surrounding the accused,...
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Maxwell Shek
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
My name is Max Shek, and I am a DWI, criminal defense, and appeals attorney and am the founder of Shek Law LLC. I completed my undergraduate from Michigan State University, where I graduated with honors. I then earned my Juris Doctor’s degree from The University of Minnesota Law School and received a Master’s in Business Administration from The University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Business. These particular JD and MBA programs are each nationally ranked and are the highest-ranked programs in Minnesota. From there, I entered the world of banking regulation, where I worked for one of the largest...
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David M. Cox
Wright County, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
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Jennifer Speas
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Minnesota State and Federal Criminal Defense Attorney
Minnesota Attorney, Jennifer Speas is a graduate of Drake Law School, where she focused her studies on State and Federal criminal defense. Ms. Speas has been nominated Super Lawyer by Law & Politics Magazine, and has been featured in Who's Who in Criminal Defense. She is a member of the Amdahl Inn of Court and National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
For 15 years, Jennifer Speas has committed herself to defending individuals being charged with crimes. Her intelligence in the courtroom and her dedication to her clients and her practice has earned her respect from...
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John Baker
Ramsey County, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer
Criminal Defense, Business, Employment and Military
Hamline University School of Law
John retired from the United States Marine Corps as a Gunnery Sergeant after serving twenty-two years in various infantry, artillery and administrative capacities in numerous locations within the United States and around the world. John chaired the initiative to start Veterans Courts in Minnesota and has traveled the country assisting in setting them up. Additionally, John travels the country teaching law enforcement how to deal with veterans in crisis. John was a 2010 Attorney of the Year recipient.
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Michael Saeger
Dakota County, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer with 50 years of experience
Criminal Defense and Probate
Northwestern University School of Law
I focus on probate law and criminal law. An unusual combination, true, but I've worked in both fields for a long time. I'm a 1973 Northwestern University Law School graduate (J.D.) and a 1970 graduate of Grinnell (Iowa) College (B.A.). I also have an M.S. from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, and developed a specialty in designing and implementing computer databases for lawyers, paralegal, investigators and others similarly situated. I've done that for nearly 30 years. I originally hail from Fremont, NE, and have lived and worked in Minnesota for over 40 years.
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Kate E Polman
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer
1622 West Lake Street
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
University of St. Thomas, Minnesota School of Law
Kate is an associate attorney at Keegan Law Office. Kate discovered her passion for criminal defense through personal experiences and finds fulfillment in assisting clients navigate the criminal process. Prior to joining Keegan Law Office, Kate worked as an associate attorney at a Twin Cities law firm. There, she worked with clients facing a variety of state and federal criminal charges, including criminal sexual conduct, assault, murder, and drug offenses. Kate has prepared and helped conduct jury trials, which have resulted in an acquittal of Domestic Assault by Strangulation and a hung jury in a First Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct...
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Colin S Colby
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Divorce and Family
I take deep care to get to know my clients, their background and story, and their values so that when moments to negotiate, settle, or go to trial arise, I am properly informed to use the tools of law and advocacy to bring about the best outcome for my client. I provide the most efficient and effective representation possible for my clients. I am adaptable, learn on my feet, and have extensive knowledge in family, divorce, and criminal matters. I incorporate my knowledge of the law with the deep knowledge I come to have of my clients to provide top...
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Theodore W. Buselmeier
Wright County, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family and Personal Injury
William Mitchell College of Law
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Dana Kinsella
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Hamline University School of Law
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Jean Marie Brandl
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Employment and Estate Planning
University of Minnesota Law School
I practiced criminal law in California for 16 years and continue to practice criminal law in both the State and Federal Courts in Minnesota. I was honored as an attorney of the year from the San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association in 2002. I have handled and tried cases to juries in everything from petty theft, DWI, and minor drug cases to very serious robberies, burglaries and homicides. I have won numerous cases and most recently won a felony sexual assault appeal and then won the jury retrial in the case in Washington County Minnesota in 2010.
I...
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David Valentini
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer
Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
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Wanda Gierman
Stearns County, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Wanda Gierman is a criminal litigation attorney in St. Cloud, Minnesota where she has practiced law for more than a decade. She serves Stearns County and the surrounding counties throughout the state of Minnesota. Ms. Gierman grew up in Rugby, North Dakota and attended University of North Dakota where she graduated with a degree majoring in criminal justice with a minor in psychology. As an undergraduate, she worked as a summer intern for the North Dakota Supreme Court. She went on to attend William Mitchell College of Law in St. Paul, Minnesota and graduated in 2004. While in law...
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Matthew Eugene Ludt
Ramsey County, MN Criminal Defense Attorney
Criminal Defense, Agricultural, Business and DUI & DWI
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Stacy Bettison
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Attorney with 24 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
University of Minnesota Law School
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Luke Joseph Blahnik
Hennepin County, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Insurance Claims
Hamline University School of Law
Luke J Blahnik is the founder of Law Firm of Luke J Blahnik. Mr. Blahnik was born in the city of Rochester, Minnesota and graduated from Caledonia High School, in Caledonia, Minnesota. In 1998 he received his Bachelor of Science in History from Winona State University, in Winona, Minnesota. He then went on to receive his Juris Doctor degree from Hamline University School of Law in 2001 and was admitted to practice law in the State of Minnesota in 2002. From 2001 through 2004 Mr. Blahnik was a Judicial Law Clerk for the Koochiching County Courthouse, where he...