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Derek Anthony Patrin

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Derek Anthony Patrin
Contact me for the most thorough and helpful free consultation you can get for a DWI/DUI situation.
5.0 star rating
Derek worked on my cases with profession. And really cared about the work he provided.
- a DUI client
5.0 star rating
Excellent Strategy
- a DUI client

Overview

Avvo Rating

8.5

Excellent

10
Experience 4.5 star rating
Industry Recognition 3.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Always), Free Consultation (45 minutes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information
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  • 612-333-3636
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  • Meaney & Patrin, P.A.
    1511 128th Ave NW
    Coon Rapids, MN 55448
    Office: 612-333-3636
    Mobile: 612-333-3636
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Languages Spoken
  • Mandarin

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I was born and raised in St. Paul by a very lower class large mixed family. I was the oldest of seven kids, and eventually became the first person in my... more

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5.0 star rating 11 reviews
5 star rating

“Derek worked on my cases with profession. And really cared about the work he provided.”

Posted by: a DUI client, 2008-11-14 about 3 years ago.

Client Review: He reduced my penalties and lived up to his word. He gave me all options and his recommendations. In one case he even referred me to another lawyer... more
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“Excellent Strategy”

Posted by: a DUI client, 2009-03-15 almost 3 years ago.

Client Review: Derek was very good at navigating the complexities of my DWI case. When things took a turn for the worse at a hearing, Derek bought us time and... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

1 endorsement

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Ethan Patrick Meaney

Derek is one of the brightest minds in the area of DWI criminal defense. He has been at the forefront of major issues in the DWI arena and argued... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Ethan Meaney , Minneapolis (MN), About 3 years ago

Résumé

 

License

13 years since Derek Anthony Patrin was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Minnesota Authorized to practice 1999 01/22/2012
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience
Position Duration
Partner at Meaney & Patrin, P.A. 2005–present
Attorney at Gerald Miller & Associates 2001–2005
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Education
School Major Degree Graduated
University of Minnesota Law School Law JD - Juris Doctor 1998
University of Minnesota International Relations, Chinese Language and Literature BS - Bachelor of Science 1996

Awards
Award Name Granting Organization Date
Rising Star Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine 2011
Attorney of the Year Minnesota Lawyer 2011
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Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Member Minnesota State Bar Association, 10th District Bar Association

Portfolio

Contribution
Reputation Level 10
Answers: 89 Legal Answers
3 Best Answers
20 Answers marked as good
Guides: 2 Legal Guides
0 Staff Picks
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Publications
Article Publication Date
Tips & Traps: Late Night DWI Consultations Minnesota Lawyer 2006
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