Joshua Nathaniel Brekken

Joshua Nathaniel Brekken

also known as Josh Brekken, Joshua Brekken

1.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 13 years

Litigation Lawyer at Forest Lake, MN
Practice Areas: Litigation, Family, Employment & Labor

56 E. Broadway Ave., Suite 206, Forest Lake, MN

About Joshua

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 40%

13 years | 50 cases

40%
Litigation 40%

13 years | 30 cases

40%
Employment and Labor 20%

13 years | 10 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 275-275 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 13 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2012

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Licensed in Michigan for 9 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2016

Not authorized to practice-Administrative

No misconduct found

Location

Johnson/Turner Legal

56 E. Broadway Ave., Suite 206, Forest Lake, MN, 55025

Johnson & Turner Attorneys at Law PA

56 E Broadway Ave Ste 206, Forest Lake, MN, 55025-1660

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Joshua Nathaniel Brekken's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Unmet promises & large bills

Unjustifiably aggressive. Burnt through a significant amount of money our family didn't have trying to follow through on promises he couldn't back. Spent excessive time attacking parents' character instead of sticking to facts and providing efficient service. This lawyer breeds discord, divide, and e...ncourages excess spending. Brekken allowed for vindictive family members of the couple with children to dictate direction. In the end, those that trusted Breeken ended up with a LARGE bill, significant issues with coparenting, and severely unmet expectations.

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Joshua Nathaniel Brekken's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ashley Cooper

Family lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Josh is a great advocate for his clients. He is skilled at what his does. I highly recommend his services."

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Benjamin Grannon

Unknown lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Josh is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Bethany Hurd

Family lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"Josh is extremely bright, inquisitive, and approachable. He easily identifies important issues and hones in on them. I would recommend Josh for any family law matters."

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Kathryn Wells

Unknown lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Josh is a talented and thoughtful attorney. He’s easy to work with and his dedication shows."

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Eric Parker

Family lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Co-worker

"Josh is a laser-sharp, detail-oriented attorney who sees all the angles. He'll take the time to get it right for his clients. That approach gives his clients long-term security."

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Bryan Welp

Family lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"Josh is a skilled practitioner who provides great client service. He takes the time to understand his clients' needs and focuses his efforts on meeting them."

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Christopher Vatsaas

Litigation lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"Josh leaves absolutely no stone unturned in his pursuit of the best possible outcome for a client, either by way of settlement or litigation."

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Erin Turner

Litigation lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"Josh's dedication to his clients and his law practice is second to none. He is committed to finding the best strategies, arguments and outcomes for every case."

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Christopher Johnson

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"Josh is extemely knowledgeable in the areas of employment law. Companies look to him for guidance regularly. In fact, the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development has asked him to present on the the topic an seminars it puts on for Human Resource Professionals."

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Brian Christiansen

Litigation lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Josh is a talented and hardworking lawyer with the utmost dedication to his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse him."

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Eric Parker

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Erin Turner

Family lawyer

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Joseph LeBlanc

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

North Star Lawyer, Minnesota State Bar Association

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney, Johnson/Turner Legal

Associations

2017 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association, 19th District Bar Association

Secretary

2012 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

Oakland County Bar Association

Member

Woodbury Area Chamber of Commerce

Member

Education

2012

Hamline University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor, summa cum laude

2008

University of Nevada

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Department of Employment and Economic Development Employment

Human Resources Employment Law 101 Seminar

2014

Department of Employment and Economic Development

Human Resources Employment Law 101 Seminar

Publications

Languages

English

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