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I am one of triplets and grew up in Iowa. I entered my first debate and mock trial tournaments in 7th grade and since then have had a passion to win.  Today I am immersed in the ongoing challenge of this work.  Each year there ismore to learn, to perfect.  Currently I am studying much of the new science in education in order to use some advanced techniques in trial practice.

I am Certified as an Elder Law Attorney (CELA) by the National Elder Law Foundation (NELF).. I love what I do!  I practice in the areas of elder law, probate, trusts (special needs and supplemental needs trusts), and estate planning.  I am licensed to practice in the State of Minnesota and admitted to the Federal Bar.  I am also licensed as a mortician in Minnesota, and I do consulting work in mortuary law.. Elder Law consists of a variety of matters, including:

I am a solo practicioner in the area of elder law, probate and estate planning, and guardianships. I practice out of downtown Minneapolis, but I am able to serve the entire state of Minnesota.. I got into Elder Law because of the increasing difficulty of growing old with grace and dignity. There are so many confusing aspects of growing old.. As a solo practicioner, I am able to take as much time as is necessary to truly understand my clients goals. Then, I put my knowledge and expertise to work to accomplish those goals -- nothing more, nothing less. I do not charge my clients for unnecessary legal work. I am able to provide excellent representation at a very good price. I do not incur the expenses that large law firms require; thus, I am able to save my clients thousands of dollars in unnecessary legal fees.. I offer free thirty minute consultations. Please feel free to call or email with your questions. Thank you.

Hernan is an associate in Zelle’s Minneapolis office where he represents clients in all aspects of litigation. As a summer clerk, he has worked on complex insurance disputes, he has written articles and presentations on cyber risks and cyber insurance, and has worked on multiple cases in other areas.. Hernan attended the University of St. Thomas School of Law, where he received the President’s Scholarship for students who reflect strength in their academic performance. During law school, through the St. Thomas Immigration Law Clinic, he represented pro bono clients seeking asylum in immigration court.. Hernan is fluent in Spanish.

Founded in 1994, The Law Office of Carolyn Agin Schmidt provides
comprehensive, personalized, and aggressive legal representation to
clients in Minneapolis, St, Paul, the seven county metro area, and
throughout the state of Minnesota. With an exclusive focus on criminal defense law, attorney Carolyn Agin Schmidt vigorously defends clients in both State and Federal Court.

Experienced DWI/DUI and Criminal Defense Attorney providing free case analysis.. Brian N. Steele graduated from Gustavus Adolphus College with a bachelor’s degree in political science in 1997. He obtained his Juris Doctorate from William Mitchell College of Law in 2000 and has been a licensed member of the Minnesota Bar for over 19 years. He is a graduate of the National College of DUI Defense summer session conducted at Harvard University in 2015.. Brian acquired exceptional trial skills as a judicial law clerk for District Court Judge A. James Dickenson in St. Paul, Minnesota before going into private practice in 2003 where he now focuses his practice on criminal defense and particularly DWI defense.. He is currently the managing partner of Steele Law, PLLC in Minneapolis, Minnesota with a mission to contribute to justice by providing excellent legal representation to each and every client through honest, trustworthy, and proficient attorneys. Steele Law’s attorneys represent clients in several areas of practice including felony and misdemeanor criminal defense, personal injury, medical malpractice, wrongful death prosecution, estate planning, and employment law.. Brian’s practice is now concentrated in the area of DWI/DUI and he has handled thousands of criminal and civil cases both at the District Court and Court of Appeals.. Brian is sympathetic to the emotional and mental impact legal issues have on both the individual and family. Brian’s open and honest communication with clients is the bedrock of his successful legal practice. Brian aims to reduce clients’ fear and anxiety by taking the time to fully educate each client about the legal process ahead and to set reasonable and attainable goals and objectives for each case.. Brian is a member of the National College of DWI Defense and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He is Lead Counsel rated in both DWI and criminal defense.

Dustin is the lead lawyer and civil litigator with the Fossey Law Firm and has extensive experience handling lemon law claims, as well as other civil and commercial matters. He spent years as an attorney defending many of the largest companies in the world, including a number of the largest automotive manufacturers, and now he uses his skills in part to help consumers like you.. His goal is always to reach the best result for his client in the most efficient manner possible. He is dedicated to your success and will not stop until the job is done. Dustin was born and raised in the Minneapolis area. He attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison. When not working, Dustin enjoys boating, spending time with his family, and if possible, escaping to a local golf course.

Dedicated and experienced disability attorney handling workers' compensation and ERISA long-term disability claims.

Cory Whalen is a partner and shareholder at the law firm of SiebenCarey. He practices in all areas of personal injury litigation. He was selected as one of America's best lawyers in the area of product liability litigation by The Best Lawyers of America. Selection to The Best Lawyers of America is based on an exhaustive and rigorous peer-review survey comprised of more than four million confidential evaluations by the top attorneys in the country. Cory is certified as a life member of both the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum.   The Million Dollar Advocates Forum is recognized as one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the United States. Membership is limited to attorneys who have won million and multi-million dollar verdicts, awards and settlements. Fewer than one percent of U.S. lawyers are members. Cory was named to the Minnesota Super Lawyer list. Super Lawyer honorees are selected from an annual survey and the distinction is bestowed on less than five percent of Minnesota's practicing attorneys. In addition to representing his clients, Cory is a frequent lecturer and author for legal education seminars. He has taught Litigation and Trial Practice at Hamline University in St. Paul. He is admitted to the Minnesota State Bar and United States Federal District Bar.

Coley Grostyan is an experienced criminal defense attorney committed to providing high quality, result oriented representation to his clients. Mr. Grostyan works passionately and tirelessly for his clients to ensure the best possible outcome is attained.. Coley Grostyan represents clients in facing a variety of criminal charges, including DWI or DUI, drug charges, theft, assault, serious felonies, and all other criminal charges.. In addition to vigorously defending individuals of accused of crimes, Mr. Grostyan provides representation in civil disputes, including, personal injury, automobile accidents, wrongful death, and appeals.. Mr. Grostyan prides himself on working passionately and tirelessly for his clients to ensure the best possible outcome is attained. As a small law practice, Mr. Grostyan is able to provide each client’s case with the individualized attention it deserves.. Coley Grostyan is licensed to practice in the following jurisdictions:. 8th Circuit United States Court of Appeals. United States District Court, Minnesota

Cole A. Hickman joined Sanford, Pierson, Thone & Strean as an associate attorney in 2014 and became a partner of the firm in 2016. Cole’s primary practice areas include estate planning and representing closely held businesses.  He strives to give each client personalized and dedicated attention and has built a strong reputation in the legal community. Cole’s clients have ranged from individuals and start-ups to Fortune 5 companies.  He is licensed to practice law in Minnesota and North Dakota State Courts as well as the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota.. Estate Planning. Cole is the chair of the firm’s Estate Planning and Probate Practice Group.  Cole works closely with individuals and families to plan the disposition of their assets, both during their lifetimes and upon death, and prepares a variety of estate planning instruments including wills, trusts, health care directives, and powers of attorney.. Cole assists his clients in mitigating estate tax by drafting such documents as disclaimer trusts, credit shelter trusts, and irrevocable life insurance trusts.  He also prepares documents designed to avoid probate such as revocable living trusts and transfer on death deeds.. Cole also works with clients after the death of a family member.  In this role, he assists his clients and their families in carrying out the decedent’s final wishes.  He counsels personal representatives, trustees, and beneficiaries through probate and the trust administration process.. Closely Held Business Law. Cole’s representation of closely held businesses includes drafting corporate documents, litigation (including pre-litigation and litigation avoidance), and mergers and acquisitions. Cole has first chair trial experience and has argued cases before the Minnesota Court of Appeals for his business clients.  Cole also works with clients to develop tax efficient business succession strategies.. In his free time, Cole enjoys playing hockey, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family and friends.. Education:. Professional Associations:. Community Activities:

Brad Mathis Law Office was founded in 2009. Brad practices exclusively in criminal defense and zealously serves the Twin Cities and surrounding area. Brad takes a great deal of pride in representing his clients. Inside the courtroom he is relentless and enjoys the rewarding experience of obtaining THE BEST POSSIBLE result. Outside of the courtroom, he is compassionate, understanding, and always available to his clients.

Bill is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers—an honor limited to the top 1% of lawyers in the State and a Fellow of the American Board of Criminal Lawyers. He was named as one of the Best Lawyers in America for White Collar Criminal Defense and also named as one of the Top 10 Lawyers in Minnesota. He has been selected as a Super Lawyer by Minnesota Law & Politics every year since 1991.. Mr. Mauzy is certified by the Minnesota State Bar Association as a Criminal Trial Specialist and by the National Board of Trial Advocacy as a Criminal Trial Specialist. Effectively representing individuals and corporations in all criminal matters, he has won acquittals in a wide variety of matters including securities fraud, bank fraud, mail fraud, bid rigging, health care fraud, antitrust, ERISA fraud, mortgage fraud, insurance fraud, environmental crimes and bribery. Mauzy achieved the first acquittal in Minnesota using the battered woman’s syndrome defense in a murder trial. In one of his many white collar cases, he became the first attorney in Minnesota to try a case against the Office of Independent Counsel. Mauzy’s client, an insurance company CEO, was acquitted of all charges after a lengthy trial in Washington, D.C. Mauzy won an acquittal for the former Chairman of the Republican Party of Minnesota for alleged illegal corporate campaign contribution, and an acquittal for a highly regarded Twin Cities pediatrician on criminal sexual assault charges.. Mr. Mauzy is admitted to practice in the United States District Court, United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit, United States Supreme Court and United States Tax Court. He also is admitted to practice in the State of Wisconsin. B.A. 1969, Carleton College; J.D. cum laude, 1973, University of Minnesota.. Attorney Bill Mauzy has successfully tried more than 100 cases in state and federal courts and won. His success as a white collar defense attorney in Minneapolis is due to his aggressive approach for clients. He assists people charged with financial crimes. He can help you, too.

Bad things can happen to good people. When they do, you need a good attorney. With 40 years of experience as a criminal trial lawyer, David Valentini has worked hard to earn the reputation as one of Minnesota's top DUI/DWI and criminal defense lawyers. Valentini Law handles 1st DUI/DWI, Multiple DUI/DWI, Felony DUI/DWI, BWI, Drug Charges, Domestic Violence and other criminal charges.

Attorney Michael J. Millios represents Servicemembers, Veterans and Minnesotans.. Mr. Millios graduated from Loyola University in Maryland and commissioned in the Army in 2003.  He later graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Baltimore School of Law in 2006. Mr. Millios served as an Army JAG on active duty for eight years before opening his own law firm. As a defense lawyer in the Army, he defended servicemembers charged with criminal offenses ranging from misdemeanor-level crimes all the way to felony-level charges at trial and on appeal. Mr. Millios is a member of the bar in the Minnesota, Maryland, and New Jersey, and is able to practice in all military courts.  Mr. Millios is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States. Mr. Millios continues to serve as an officer in the U.S. Army Reserve.

As a passionate professional, nothing makes me happier than delivering advanced DWI legal representation that inspires others to fight for their rights while raising the standards bar along the way. Furthermore, I am devoted to not only being a lawyer but also a mentor, consultant, and friend along the way. My goal is to empower my clients to utilize their rights, enrich them with transparent case/legal knowledge, and unearth gap-proof details, so they are fully prepared to proceed through each step. In the end, regardless of what you may be facing, you can have solidifying confidence that together we will cover your case thoroughly, all of your questions will be answered, and you will be optimally positioned through the plea-bargaining process and if you happen to go to trial.

As a Minnesota Criminal Defense Super Lawyer, I am happy to answer any questions you may have about your Minnesota DWI or any other charge you may be facing.

Anthony M. Grostyan is an experienced criminal defense attorney with a successful record of representing thousands of clients facing criminal charges, including DWI, assault, domestic assault, drug or controlled substance possession or sales, fraud, theft, criminal sexual conduct and other crimes ranging from Felony to Misdemeanor.  Mr. Grostyan is licensed to practice law in Minnesota in both State and Federal Court.  He is a member of the Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice, whose membership is limited to the top DWI lawyers in Minnesota.  .. Anthony Grostyan obtained his J.D. from William Mitchell College of Law in 2001 and his B.A. in Criminology from the University of Minnesota in 1998.  He is a member of the Minnesota and Hennepin County Bar Associations as well as the Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys and the National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys.

Andy is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers—an honor limited to the top 1% of lawyers in the State.  He is the Chairperson of the Minnesota State Bar Association Criminal Law Certification Board and was the first lawyer in Minnesota to be certified by the Minnesota State Bar Association as a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist.  He is a Board Certified Criminal Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He is a Member of the Million Dollar Advocate Forum.   For the past two years, Benchmark Litigation has named Mr. Birrell a “Litigation Star.” In addition to being selected a perennial Super Lawyer, he has three times been named one of Minnesota’s Top 100 Super Lawyers.  He is an elected member of the Board of Directors of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.. Mr. Birrell is available to represent clients in all phases of criminal law and related matters from grand jury investigations through appeals in federal and state courts throughout the United States.  He represents clients in matters implicating the most significant and difficult white collar criminal law matters, including those involving: RICO, money laundering, conspiracy, tax charges, mail and wire fraud, bank fraud and other related allegations.. Mr. Birrell is an accomplished and seasoned appellate lawyer.  He has argued before the United States Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., the federal appeals court, and has won reversals of convictions and orders for new trials in the Minnesota Court of Appeals and Supreme Court.. A former prosecutor, Mr. Birrell contributes to his profession by presenting seminars to lawyers on all aspects of federal and state criminal law and procedure and ethics.. In addition to being one of Minnesota’s most prominent criminal defense attorneys, Mr. Birrell also represents businesses and people in complex business disputes, has obtained results for clients in excess of a million dollars in personal injury matters, and has won trials in tax court, family court, and in matters involving business disagreement and claimed professional malpractice.. Mr. Birrell welcomes all new challenges and would like to talk to you about yours.

A strong advocate for employee rights, Daniel Swenson specializes in representing individuals facing workplace injuries, ensuring they receive compensation for medical bills, lost wages, rehabilitation, and disability benefits. He is committed to providing compassionate, personalized legal support while aggressively pursuing the best possible outcome for each client.