Brian Michael Glodosky

Family Attorney at Forest Lake, MN

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I Would Give 6 Stars if I Could- Excellent Results with Personalized Service

My experience with Brian throughout my divorce solidified the fact that I will continue to use him whenever I have a need for representation that he can fill. I would also provide his name and contact information to any close friend or family member who needed a solid referral. In my case, I believe the results speak highest of Brian's skill and ability. He negotiated terms that were highly favorable to me. In private meetings, he always presented both sides to me and talked through all of our options and potential corresponding outcomes. However, when it came time to sit at the table with opposing counsel, he was firm, professional, and effective and my biggest advocate. I have engaged Brian since my divorce was final for additional needs and will absolutely continue to do so. If you are in the position of needing legal advice or representation, set yourself up for success by retaining Brian as soon as possible.

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Practice areas

Family

40%

I represent clients in all family law matters from uncontested divorces to the most complex of cases involving businesses, domestic violence, etc.

17 years, 300 cases
Criminal defense

25%

I provide aggressive defense in all criminal matters ranging from traffic matters to serious felonies. As a former prosecutor and current defense attorney, I have handled hundreds of criminal matters.
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17 years, 300 cases
Divorce and separation

25%

I represent clients in all family law matters from uncontested divorces to the most complex of cases involving businesses, domestic violence, etc.

17 years, 200 cases
Child support

10%

Child support can be a deceptively complex area of practice and I am always looking to maximize my client's position.

17 years, 200 cases

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Brian M. Glodosky graduated from the University of Wisconsin at La Crosse with a BS in Political Science and a minor in Criminal Justice in 2003. Thereafter, he received his Juris Doctor from William Mitchell College of Law in 2006. Brian is licensed to practice law in both the Minnesota and Wisconsin State Courts and the United States District Court, District of Minnesota. While in law school, Brian worked for the Anoka County Public Defender’s Office and Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services.

Brian began his legal career as a prosecutor in Winona, Minnesota. He is a past treasurer of the Winona County Bar Association and a former member of the Winona County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council. Brian spent a number of years working as an associate attorney with Dudley and Smith, P.A., where he focused on Family Law and Criminal Defense matters and was an active member of the Ramsey County Bar Association. He joined Kelsey Law Office in April of 2014 and has continued to focus on Family Law and Criminal Law matters in Minnesota and Wisconsin.

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2018 2017 2015 + 1 ...

Client's Choice

2014 2013 2012

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Licensed for 16 years

State WI

Status Good Standing

Acquired 2018

Updated 03/05/2023

State MN

Status Authorized to Practice

Acquired 2006

Updated 01/24/2023

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

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Kelsey Law Office

(763) 307-6968 Office

(763) 689-8932 Fax

20 North Lake Street

Suite 301

Forest Lake, MN, 55025

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1970 Northwestern Avenue

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Stillwater, MN, 55082

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Kelsey Law Office

(763) 307-6968 Office

(763) 689-8932 Fax

4927--34th Avenue South

Minneapolis, MN, 55417

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100 Buchanan Street North

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Cambridge, MN, 55008

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4.9 / 5.0

16 customer reviews

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Brian received a significant number of 4+ stars in 2014

Posted by Jessica | February 13, 2014

I Would Give 6 Stars if I Could- Excellent Results with Personalized Service

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Posted by anonymous | December 31, 2012

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Mr. Glodosky was clear, informative, and timely in his communication. His knowledge both put me at ease and achieved the optimal outcome in my case.

Posted by Chris | February 5, 2014

Great personal service

My daughter had an unexpected (and unwarranted) run in with the law. Brian handled the whole thing from start to finish. The result was the better than we could have hoped for. Thanks Brian.

Posted by anonymous | February 5, 2014

Awesome!

I cannot put into words how grateful I am for the services provide by Mr. Glodosky and his staff. He was professional, responsive, frank, attentive, and committed to helping me and my family. Mr. Glodosky will be the first person I call should I require any future legal assistance.

Posted by anonymous | February 4, 2014

Great Service and Great Communication

Brian was wonderful to work with. He was easy to get a hold of if I had questions. He explained everything clearly and most of all he was honest. I would reccomend him to family and friends. Thank you so much Brian!

Posted by anonymous | February 4, 2014

Performance Review | Brian M. Glodosky, Esquire

What can I say about Brian - well, a lot! Wonderful, fabulous, great guy. Declaring Banrupcy is not easy - Brian made the process run very smoothly. I immediately felt better after our initial meeting. Very knowledgeable, easy to work with. Easily accessible - kept me well informed through the whole process. I am proud to say he is my Lawyer and will continue to work with him in future as needed!

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Posted by anonymous | February 3, 2014

Knowledgeable and fast Service

Brian did a great job for me during a difficult time. I used to be a Paralegal so have knowledge in the law along with working with many attorneys. He gets right to the point and his billing is very fair. I found him and his staff to be professional, honest, and efficient. He was also quick to return calls if not available when I called along with his Paralegal, Penny. I highly recommend Brian if you are in need of an attorney.

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Posted by Tom | January 13, 2013

I Highly Recommend Brian if you want a SOLID Lawyer you can count on!

I hired Brian Glodosky as my Divorce Lawyer in 2012. I did not expect the news from my wife it was devastating news for which I am a father of two wonderful boys. I hired Brian once I found out my wife hired her own attorney. I was glad I did! Brian is a very personable and professional lawyer. He made sure I always understood my options. He would always give two sides to what to expect and also a perspective how the court system works and is likely to rule based on past cases and experience. I also appreciated the perspective of… if we were to go down X path it could cost Y and take Z time very likely. This was important to me. I was not out to be unfair to my now Ex and the same time I knew I did not want to get the raw end of the deal during what is a hard reality… divorce. Once my divorce decree was fully negotiated I felt like what Brian and I had discussed was very close to what I hoped for in protections and agreements in my decree. I thank Brian for his representation and would “HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM” if you are looking for solid legal counsel and representation. Thanks Brian!

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Posted by Therace | October 5, 2012

property and civil issues

Brian was fantastic. He got work done in the promised timeframes, proactively communicated, provided good advice and options. I've had frustrating experiences with other attorneys. Brian is a total breath of fresh air. I abolutely recommend him!

Posted by anonymous | August 9, 2012

Very Satisfied

Brian was an excellent lawyer. He handled my case with care and kept me informed throughout the long and arduous process. Brian was able to answer every question I can throw at him and advised me on several difficult decisions. Because of Brian’s professionalism, I felt I was in control of my case the whole time and the correct actions were taken. I would recommend Brian to anyone seeking a lawyer that has their best interest in mind and a consular that is knowledgeable in handling tough bankruptcy cases.

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Posted by anonymous | August 7, 2012

Excellent Lawyer

Mr. Glodosky was a excellent Bankruptcy lawyer for us. We had never gone through the process before and were VERY satisfied with the result's. He was alway's in contact with any information that was needed to continue the procedure. Very thorough, professional and responsive to our need's. Excellent job Mr. Brian !!! thank you !!

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Posted by anonymous | August 7, 2012

KKFRAN

Brian was very informative, knowledgeable and kept us in the loop. He kept making us review our situation, however to our benefit!! We were very nervous, however Brian kept us at ease and everything went smooth, an AWESOME attorney!! Thanks Brian!

Posted by Naoko | August 3, 2012

Great layer

He helped me with my case - inattentive drive. He made a deal with the judge before the trial, and I did not even have to talk to the judge. We were at the court for 10 minutes and I just had to pay a little fine.

Posted by Michelle A Bassett | August 3, 2012

Not your typical bankruptcy attorney

Deciding to file for bankruptcy isn't something that most people do lightly. It is terrifying to come to a point when you realize that you are drowning with debt with no relief in sight. Contacting Brian was the best thing I ever did to get back on track with my household finances and get a fresh start. Brian was down-to-earth and realistic with my situation. I never felt he was advising me to do something that was in his best interest and not mine. I've worked with attorneys who have been like this. When I had questions throughout the bankruptcy process, Brian was thorough and responded to my phone calls and emails very quickly. He kept me up-to-date with the progress of my case on a consistent basis. Never at any time did I feel like just a number. I felt like a valued client. In a practice area that traditionally deals with people at their lowest, I really felt that Brian's advice was in my best interest. I appreciated his honesty and would recommend him to anyone.

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Posted by Stacy | August 3, 2012

A fountain of knowledge!

Brian is very good at what he does. He is a very professional attorney. He is understanding, yet he tells you exactly what needs to be done and how to go about handling the issue. He is straight forward, he does not sugar coat the issues at hand. He makes you feel at ease and takes the burden off your shoulders. He is very knowledgeable, and responds to my questions in a timely manner. He kept me informed of the process every step of the way. After my case was handled he was still there to answer any questions I had. The biggest compliment I can give him is by giving him referrals, which I have gladly done for my friends and family. He is a very respectable, trustworthy, and charismatic individual and attorney. I consider him to be a life long asset to my family. I recommend him hands down to anyone looking for an attorney.

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Posted by Michelle | February 24, 2014

Excellent Lawyer

Brain was extremely professional. He provided us with excellent advise and explained the process every step of the way. We were extremely happy with the outcome and have him to thank for it!

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AVVO RATING 9.4 (Superb)

Work Experience

Senior Associate
Kelsey Law Office
2014 - Present

Attorney
Dudley & Smith, PA
2010 - 2014

Assistant City Attorney
Robertson, Blahnik & Nelson
2008 - 2010

Attorney
The Esquire Group
2007 - 2008

Law Clerk
Tenth Judicial District Public Defender
2005 - 2006

Law Clerk
Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services
2005 - 2006

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Education

William Mitchell College of Law
Juris Doctorate
2006

University of Wisconsin, LaCrosse
BS - Bachelor of Science
2003

Legal Cases

Tyler Lee Johnson v. CPS
Successful published appellate decision

State v. Doe
Success

Doe v. Doe
Success

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Associations

National College for DUI Defense
Member
2017 - Present

PICK Counties BBA
Member
2014 - Present

Ramsey County Bar Association
Member
2010 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association
Member
2006 - Present

ARAG Attorney Advisory Board
Board Member
2014 - 2016

Winona County Bar Association
Treasurer
2008 - 2010

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Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Nation's Top One Percent
NADC
2015

Top Contributor
Avvo
2015

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40
National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2015

TOP 10 Attorney Award, under the age of 40
NAFLA
2014

Clients' Choice Award
Avvo
2014

10 Best Criminal Law for Client Satsfaction in Minnesota
American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2014

Top 10 Under 40
National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2014

Clients' Choice Award
Avvo
2013

Best of the Twin Cities
Online Best of the Twin Cities
2012

Volunteer Service
Minnesota Justice Foundation
2006

Dean's List
University of Wisconsin, La Crosse
2003

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Publications

Dudley and Smith blog
Bankruptcy vs. debt Consolidation
2012

Reason, Conflict and Power: Modern Political and Social Thought from 1688 to the Present by Jim Rodgers
Students Speak about Poltical and Social Thought
2003

Speaking Engagements

Synovis Event
Legal Planning for the Future
2012

Job Fair
Legal Planning
2011

Criminal Justice Course
Criminal Law
2009

DWI Training for Law Enforcement
DWI Enforcement
2008

Landlord/Tenant CLE
Landlord/Tenant Law
2005

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Attorney endorsements

Received (19)

Given (37)

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Benjamin Heimerl

Litigation Attorney | Sep 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is an very experienced lawyer and an aggressive litigator. Any client will be happy to have him."

John Conard

Family Attorney | May 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Brian for more than 10 years, and have witnessed his talent since the days when he was a law clerk in law school. He is smart, hard working, and personable. It is a deadly combination and he gets outstanding results. I can endorse this lawyer without a moment's hesitation."

Sonja Nyberg

Family Attorney | Jun 22
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I worked with Brian on a divorce case which addressed some tricky issues. Brian was very professional, thorough, and was a strong advocate for his client. I endorse this lawyer."

Nicholas Sweeney

Family Attorney | May 04
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

Brent Hardy

Family Attorney | Aug 12
Relationship: Other

"I endorse Brian without reservation. He has demonstrated an exceptional grasp of the law and is a superb litigator."

Judd Nemiro

Unknown Attorney | Dec 26
Relationship: Other

"This lawyer is very professional at all times. I endorse this lawyer."

Scott Hagen

Criminal defense Attorney | Dec 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is experienced and an extremely sharp attorney, I highly recommend him."

Kellie Hanck

Unknown Attorney | Jul 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is a great attorney and a wonderful colleague. He is very knowledgeable and does not hesitate to lend his knowledge to other attorneys looking for his opinion on a matter. He does whatever he can to get the best possible result for his clients. I strongly endorse him."

John O'Brien

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Jul 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

Christopher Boline

Family Attorney | Jul 06
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I recommend Brian to anyone seeking a well-rounded, experienced, and attentive attorney. Having worked with Brian in the past, I can attest that he provides the highest level of legal representation to his clients. Always one to put his clients first, Brian draws from years of successful practice to continually help his clients achieve outstanding results. I firmly endorse Brian Glodosky."

Brent Schafer

Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 01
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Glodosky is a knowledgeable and experienced criminal litigator."

Sarah Long

Family Attorney | May 15
Relationship: Co-worker

"Brian is very knowledgeable an all issues related to family law. He can take your case from beginning to end. Very professional."

John Chitwood

Family Attorney | May 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Brian for over a decade. Brian's knowledge of the law is deep and his ability to apply it to practical everyday situations is top notch. However, what Brian brings to the table is something that is rare in our profession- he is a good human being who genuinely cares for his clients. If I were to ever need a family law attorney, Brian would be one of the first names on my list."

Gregory Holly

Family Attorney | May 07
Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Brian's attention to detail is second to none. If I needed a family law attorney, Brian without question is the attorney I would hire."

Mark Thompson

Family Attorney | Feb 27
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I used to work with Brian and he was my go to guy with any family law or bankruptcy matter referrals. In fact, he still is. Confidently recommended and endorsed. MKT"

Steven Coodin

Family Attorney | Feb 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have seen Brian represent clients in court in both family law and criminal defense matters and he does a great job fighting for their rights."

Gloria Bogen

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Feb 07
Relationship: Co-worker

"I work with Brian. In my opinion he is a compassionate and understanding lawyer and is very knowledgeable."

Murad Mohammad

Unknown Attorney | Jan 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Maxim Zawojski

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Sep 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Brian is an experienced and highly skilled attorney. I have often sought his opinion on complex issues that I have encountered in my practice."

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