Brent Schafer

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Also known as Brent S. Schafer, Brent Schafer
Brent Schafer
When Giving Up is NOT an Option.
Minnesota's Best
- Chad, a DUI client
Honest with a wealth of knowledge in law.
- Doug, a DUI client

Overview

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9.6

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Industry Recognition
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Contributor level 13

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Practice Areas

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Sometimes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • 651-209-1919
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  • Schafer Law Firm P.A.
    991 Sibley Memorial Highway, Suite 207
    Lilydale, MN 55118
    Office: 651-209-1919
    Mobile: 651-209-1919
    Fax: 651-454-8821
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Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

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Videos (3)

When I amnot otherwise engaged in my work, I enjoy to golfingduring the summer months, archery hunting in the fall and drilling some ice fishing holes during... more

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Client Reviews

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“Minnesota's Best”

Posted by: Chad, about 2 years ago.

Client Review: Brent Schafer represented me in my DUI case and did an excellent job. He explained my options in great detail and was very respectful to me in my pre-... more
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“Honest with a wealth of knowledge in law.”

Posted by: Doug, almost 3 years ago.

Client Review: I hired Mr. Schafer to work for me on a D.U.I case. He did a nice job on informing me about what was happening and what to expect. He was clear on... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

5 endorsements


Ethan Patrick Meaney

Brent Schafer is one of the most intelligent and effective defense attorneys I know. He has an unmatached work ethic that most defense attorneys... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Ethan Meaney , Minneapolis (MN), 2 days ago
William Lawrence Bernard

I endorse this lawyer. I have prosecuted many cases with Brent over the years and have always found him to be knowledgeable, hard working, and... more

Endorsement from lawyer: William Bernard , Eagan (MN), 5 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

20 years since Brent Schafer was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Minnesota Authorized to practice 1993 06/05/2013
North Dakota Authorized to practice law 2012 06/05/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Owner at Schafer Law Firm, P.A. 2010–present
Owner/Partner at Halberg Criminal Defense 2005–2010
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Hamline University School of Law Law Juris Doctor 1992
Winona State University English/Political Science B.A. English 1988
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Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Minnesota Attorney of the Year 2010 Minnesota Lawyer Magazine 2011
Finalist for Trial Attorney of the Year 2011 National Public Justice Foundation 2011
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Minnesota State Bar Association

Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 13
Answers: 284 Legal Answers
19 Best Answers - chosen by asker
196 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
35 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 2 Legal Guides
0 Staff Picks
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Publications

Article Publication Date
The Right to Counsel in DWI Proceedings Hamline Law Review 1992

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Criminal Law MSNBC Interview 2010
Criminal Law FOX and Friends 2010
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