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Matthew grew up in Waterloo, Alabama and went to the University of Alabama where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. He then went to Thomas Goode Jones School of Law in Montgomery. He has worked in the legal field for over 9 years. Matthew represents clients who have been criminally charged or subject to criminal investigation. Matthew’s other practice areas include: family law, juvenile, personnel injury, probate, and more.Call now to schedule your FREE consultation! Matthew understands the inconvenient burdens that legal problems can cause. This is why Matthew accepts appointments after five and on the weekends if necessary.

Mr. Hunt graduated from Bradshaw High School in 2002 and earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Alabama in 2006.  He was awarded his Juris Doctorate from Thomas Goode Jones School of Law in 2010 and was admitted to the Alabama State Bar in 2010.  He is also a member of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Alabama.  Mr. Hunt is also certified as a Guardian Ad Litem in juvenile cases.

Throndset Law specializes in criminal, divorce and family law. Our lead attorney is a former  prosecutor with more than 20 years of experience. We represent clients thoroughout the entire State of Minnesota.  We offer off-site meetings, and will travel to meet you in a convenient location to serve your needs. With the experience you need, we offer aggressive and caring representation.. Our areas of focus include:. Criminal Defense/DUI/DWI/Family law/Divorce/Child support/Orders For Protection/Sexual crimes. Our team will explain your options and expected outcomes before moving forward. We know this can be a difficult time and will do our best to help you understand the steps we are taking on your behalf.. Whether you are facing criminal charges or need assistance with a domestic matter, we are ready to help.. Our rates are reasonable and payment plans are available.. Call today for a free initial consultation.

Richard LeRoy has devoted his career to protecting the rights of those who need it most. A lifelong Minnesotan, Richard has spent nearly 30 years working with clients across the state in cases ranging from low-level drug crimes to first-degree murder.. Before founding Universal Defense, LLC, Richard spent the majority of his career at The Legal Rights Center in the Twin Cities, where he represented a broad range of clients of all ages and backgrounds. It was during his time there that he became a passionate advocate for the basic principle that everyone deserves access to justice.. Richard’s experience is deep and broad. His approach is a blend of thoughtful counsel, aggressive advocacy, and practical considerations. He has extensive experience working in Hennepin County Mental Health Court, a specialized forum handling defendants alleged to have mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, and chemical dependencies. In every case, Richard offers real-world advice and clearly explains to his clients what they are facing, including often-overlooked collateral consequences such as loss of driver’s license.

Alex De Marco is an experienced criminal defense lawyer who has represented clients charged with everything from traffic offenses to murder. He has handled over 30 trials and numerous contested hearings. He also practices employment and labor law, is experienced in child custody issues, and has represented both children and parents in child protection proceedings. He attended college and Law School at the University of St. Thomas where he was recognized for his academic excellence and community service.. He remains active in local politics and public advocacy. A devoted athlete, he is a National Strongman competitor turned distance runner. Alex is a big personality who balances professionalism with a down to earth edginess that endures him to his clients. He has a reputation for aggressive trial representation.

Kevin DeVore is a well-respected and successful criminal defense attorney with over 20 years experience serving clients throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin.  He has defended over 3,000 criminal matters ranging from charges involving murder, assault, drugs, sexual misconduct, theft, fraud to DUI.  Kevin has tried more than 65 serious criminal matters to jury verdict in state and federal court, many of which resulted in acquittals.  In addition, Kevin has helped hundreds of clients resolve their cases effectively and efficiently without going to trial. Kevin is certified as a Criminal Law Specialist by the Minnesota State Bar Association and he has been selected by his peers to be recognized as a Super Lawyer every year from 2004 to 2017.  Kevin prides himself on providing exceptional customer service, always keeping his client's interests as the top priority.

After more than a decade of practicing exclusively in the area of criminal defense, it is no surprise that people turn to Nicole Kettwick for her knowledge, experience, and success. This, of course, includes those facing criminal charges, but it also includes other lawyers, as well as national and international media outlets hoping to gain insight into criminal law.. Despite a tenured and momentous career, Nicole’s path may be explained in simple terms: a dedication to the lives and concerns of her clients at all costs within the boundaries of the law.. Nicole is relentlessly committed to her clients’ best interests in order to get a just result. From the first phone call to the end of the trial process, Nicole listens to the concerns, fears, and goals of her clients. This allows her to implement creative and cutting-edge strategies with a proven track record.. Nicole has worked with thousands of people facing a variety of charges, ranging from minor traffic offenses and DWI crime, to criminal sexual conduct and murder. Every person is unique, and her ability to comprehend and relay the true lives of other people makes her an effective advocate.. She teaches law students at the University of St. Thomas School of Law as an adjunct professor. As a Co-Chair of the Criminal Law Section of the Hennepin County Bar Association, Nicole plans Continued Legal Education courses for criminal attorneys throughout Minnesota. She also volunteers her time with several Bar Associations as well as judging moot court and mock trial competitions for law schools and colleges. For years, law school have called upon her to mentor their high-achieving students.. Nicole is currently admitted to all Courts within the State of Minnesota, as well as the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals, and the Supreme Court of the United States.. Above all else, Nicole’s greatest sense of pride comes from being a named partner at Brandt Kettwick Defense where she does her true life’s work in the service of others.

Former prosecutor fighting for you.. Mr. Peterson was born and raised in Plymouth, Minnesota. He attended college at the University of Minnesota and law school at the University of St. Thomas School of Law in Minneapolis.. Since his admission to the Bar in 2006, Mr. Peterson has litigated hundreds of cases in a wide variety of criminal offenses ranging from murder and serious assault to DWI/DUI and traffic violations. He also has handled a wide variety of matters from divorce and child protection to general civil litigation. His experience includes successfully representing clients through negotiation, jury trial and at the Court of Appeals.. Mr. Peterson has established a solid reputation as a highly skilled attorney. He has received the highest rating of 10.0 from the lawyer rating website , and has been recognized by the National Trial Lawyers as one of the Top 100 trial lawyers in Minnesota. He has also been awarded the Top 40 Under Age 40 Award by the American Society of Legal Advocates and the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys.. Prior to opening his own practice, Mr. Peterson spent several years as a prosecutor promoting public safety and improving his community. Mr. Peterson is a frequent lecturer at the University of St. Thomas School of Law on various topics. He also routinely serves a judge in moot court and mock trial competitions.. Mr. Peterson resides in Maple Grove, Minnesota with his wife and daughter. He is active in the area of health and fitness, writing for as well as prominent fitness blogs. He has been featured in local media as a result of his promotion of a healthy lifestyle in his community.

Dani joined Brandt Kettwick Defense in 2018 as an associate attorney. She has experience on both sides of criminal law. Prior to joining Brandt Kettwick Defense, she worked at the Anoka County Attorney’s office and assisted in prosecuting cases through the criminal justice system. She also worked for two years as a law clerk with the Tenth Judicial District Public Defender’s Office where she represented clients through every stage of the criminal justice system. Prior to her prosecution work, she worked as a law clerk in the office of Giancola & Durkin and conducted extensive research on various areas of criminal law. Throughout these experiences, Dani has handled hundreds of cases and co-chaired three felony jury trials. She has helped to negotiate pleas and has argued and won favorable dispositions at the district court level.. Outside of Brandt Kettwick Defense, Dani has been a firefighter with the Andover Fire Department since 2015 and truly believes in helping individuals in need. This naturally expands to the criminal defense realm, and she always strives to meet the needs of her clients.. Dani received her Juris Doctor from Mitchell Hamline School of Law, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude and in the top 25% of her class. She was an assistant editor of Mitchell Hamline Law Review for two years, allowing her to oversee the production of legal research papers. She also participated in the Rosalie Wahl Moot Court where she was able to compete in appellate arguments.

As a criminal defense attorney at Brandt Kettwick Defense, I am committed to advocating for those in need and ensuring justice is accessible to all in Minnesota. Driven by a passion for fairness and a belief in second chances, I intend to devote my career to defending individuals facing challenging circumstances by helping them navigate the legal system with compassion and respect. With a deep commitment to protecting the rights of every person, regardless of background or circumstance, I view criminal defense as a vital way to make the world a more just and empathetic place.

Joleen started her legal career after serving in US Army Special Operations for almost a decade. After medically retiring from the Army, Joleen attended Elon University School of Law were she focused on representing indigent and Veteran communities. Following her graduation from law school Joleen was a Deputy Public Defender with the Twin Falls County, Idaho Public Defender’s Office. In 2021 she moved to Minnesota and continued her work as an Assistant Public Defender. She joined Garber & Bakke, LLC to be able to reach more people in her new community and use her experience to assist Veterans in the Twin Cities Metro area.. If you are a Veteran or are currently serving in the Armed Forces you will receive a 10% discount on your initial retainer fee*.*Discount only applies to Joleen, not other attorneys at the Garber & Bakke firm.

Ms. Burkhammer has been practicing law since 2006. She came to Alexandria in 2007, when she was hired as an Assistant Douglas County Attorney. She spent the next seven years prosecuting criminal cases for Douglas County. Over the course of her legal career, Ms. Burkhammer has tried more than a dozen criminal jury trials. In 2015, she was named “Prosecutor of the Year” by the Minnesota Chapter of the International Association of Arson Investigators for her work on an arson case. Ms. Burkhammer now puts her extensive litigation experience to work for the benefit of her criminal defense and family law clients at the Thornton Law Office.

In many ways, I was destined for criminal defense. As the son of a criminal defense lawyer, I grew up hearing stories about courtroom battles and complicated cases. I graduated from Moorhead High School and served in the United States Navy. Following my Honorable Discharge, I enjoyed a successful career in sales. Selling helped me understand why people care about what they care about. This skill set has helped me far more than almost anything I learned in law school.. I clerked for a criminal defense lawyer in St. Paul after my first year of law school. In my second year, I worked in a large office of public defenders, representing people in court every day. My additional work on criminal appeals helped confirm my belief that I needed to be in a courtroom actually defending people charged with crimes.. I have represented people charged with crimes ranging from disorderly conduct and domestic assault to obscure financial crimes like defeating security on personalty, to murder and first-degree criminal sexual conduct. The criminal justice system does a bad job at understanding those charged with crimes. When I represent someone, I try to understand who they are, which helps me serve their interests better.. Some people come to me wanting to take their cases to trial in hopes of a not guilty verdict. Others want to be helped through a difficult and scary process with the least damage to their lives. I am always clear with my clients about what can and cannot be done, and then I work to get the best possible outcome for them.. When you’re charged with a crime, the immense power of the government is arrayed against you. The government has police to arrest you, talk to your friends and family, tap your phone, execute search warrants, give deals to other people in exchange for testifying against you, and many other things that may be hard to see. When I represent someone, I do all I can to counter-balance the state’s power. I help each of my clients understand what can and cannot happen in a criminal case; my client then can help me understand the facts of his or her life so that I can build the best possible defense.

Nick loves practicing law in and out of the courtroom. He has extensive experience in representing people in all stages of criminal proceedings, from the first appearance or arraignment through trial, appeal, and post-conviction proceedings. While his primary practice area is criminal law, Nick also practices in family law, personal injury, and general litigation. Nick is licensed to practice in all federal and state courts in North Dakota and Minnesota.. Before joining Fremstad Law Firm, Nick represented almost two-thousand individual clients at the Fargo Public Defender Office in all types of criminal cases from driving under the influence and driving under suspension to murder and gross sexual imposition. Before that, he clerked for Justice Carol Ronning Kapsner at the North Dakota Supreme Court.. Nick received his undergraduate degree in criminal justice from Minnesota State University Moorhead. He received his law degree from the University of North Dakota School of Law where he was elected to the Order of the Coif. Nick has a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Mary and is pursuing a Ph.D. in criminal justice from the University of North Dakota.. Nick has authored two articles published by the North Dakota Law Review, presented on a number of criminal defense-related topics at continuing legal education seminars, and has taught law-related classes at the University of Mary. Nick is a past-president and charter member of the North Dakota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Nick also serves as a volunteer assistant wrestling coach at a local youth wrestling club.. Nick is originally from Jamestown, North Dakota. He and his wife have two very active sons. During their spare time, Nick and his family enjoy traveling, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.

*VOTED BEST LAWYERS IN ABILENE FOR 2023. Experienced former federal prosecutor with a background in civil and criminal law. Substantial litigation experience in federal court including representing the United States as lead counsel in several complex jury trials. Expertise in electronic evidence and compliance issues involving the Electronic Communication Privacy Act. Designated as a Cyber Hacking and Intellectual Property ("CHIP") attorney for the Northern District of Texas.. *as determined by Community Votes, an independent and objective online platform.

I grew up on a ranch in the country near Anson, Texas, not far from Abilene. Growing up in "the sticks" was an adventure, and it helped shape my early life. I graduated Valedictorian of my high school in 1995 and went to Texas A&M University where I graduated in 1999 in the top 10% of my class with a B.B.A. in Accounting. After graduation with honors from A&M, I went straight to law school at Texas Tech University School of Law on a full scholarship. I finished law school in the top 10% of my class with a Juris Doctorate (J.D) in law. After law school, I moved back to Abilene and went to work for a local firm.After working as an associate at a law firm for a year, I almost quit being a lawyer for good. I decided to quit my job at the firm and took off on an adventure, backpacking Europe for three (3) months. When I got back with a new perspective on life, I decided to start my own law practice and be my own boss. I haven't looked back since. For the last 20 years, I have fought for people who need an experienced, aggressive lawyer to stand up for their rights when injured, charged with a crime, or confronted with a divorce or custody battle. The fight continues...