Scott Brand - Fargo Criminal Defense Lawyer Reviews & Ratings

Scott practices primarily in the areas of criminal law and estate planning. Scott's clients often describe him as "a straightforward, no-nonsense advocate." Scott is a husband, father and a native of West Fargo, North Dakota.. Criminal LawHaving handled over a thousand criminal cases in his career and having appeared in numerous counties throughout North Dakota and Minnesota, Scott has seen almost every type of case: DUI, Minor In Possession (MIP), drug possession, disorderly conduct, domestic violence, assault, white collar crime, theft, burglary, tresspass, sex crimes, appeals, and even homicide are some of of the examples of cases that have come across Scott's desk. Growing up on a farm gave Scott the work ethic to know when the extra effort is needed on a case. As a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Scott has developed a knack for being able to engage in straight talk about what is going on with each case he handles. He is not afraid to have a candid conversation about what is happening in the case with his clients, the prosecutors, judges and juries.. Family Law. Scott works with the Family Law Team in Nilson Brand Law.  If you are experiencing issues with divorce, custody, no contact orders, or something else relating to family law, Scott wants to work with you and help you navigate through those turbulent waters.. Estate PlanningScott is still Involved with his family's farming operation. He knows farming is not just a career, it is a way of life that is passed down from one generation to the next. Scott understands the importance of managing his client's estates so this way of life can be protected.. Areas of PracticeCriminal DefenseCriminal TrialsLandlord/Tenant DisputesAdministrative AppealsEstate PlanningFamily Law. Bar AdmissionsNorth DakotaMinnesotaU.S. District Court District of North Dakota. EducationUniversity of North Dakota School of Law, Grand Forks, North DakotaJ.D. magna cum laude - 2012Honors: Moot Court ChampionHonors: Environmental Law Society, RefounderLaw Review: University of North Dakota Law Review. University of North DakotaB.A. - 2009Honors: Officer of Pi Sigma AlphaMajor: Political Science. Honors and AwardsLillian Elsinga Outstanding Student Leader Award, 2012Memorial Union Leadership Scholarship, 2012Rising Stars, Super Lawyers, 2016 - 2019. Professional Associations and MembershipsCass County Inns of Court (Ronald N. Davies Inns of Court)North Dakota Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys. Past Employment PositionsNorthwest Judicial District of North Dakota, Judicial law clerkMinnesota Army National GuardSenator Byron Dorgan in Washington, D.C.