Brian Mcnee Marsden

Brian Mcnee Marsden

4.5
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 34 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Saint Paul, MN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime ... +2 more

101 E Fifth St #2626, Saint Paul, MN

About Brian

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 70%

Criminal Defense Lawyer Trouble with the fuzz? Give me a buzz!

35 years | 6,000 cases

70%
DUI and DWI 10%

35 years | 1,000 cases

10%
Violent Crime 10%

35 years | 1,000 cases

10%
Juvenile Law 5%

35 years | 500 cases

5%
Sex Crime 5%

35 years | 500 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 34 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1991

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Brian Mcnee Marsden

101 E Fifth St #2626, Saint Paul, MN, 55101

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Brian Mcnee Marsden's Reviews

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8 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The greatest

In 2011 after sitting on probation for 6 years out of no where I was going back to court for a crime I had thought I already did my time for. But since there are some really nasty county prosecutors that enjoy being the anti christ I found out otherwise anyways the state said since I hadn't paid the ...entire restitution amount owed to my victim for stealing her car that after being sentenced to jail time already served and 5 years of probation which was extended another year that I was going to prison mind you this was my only offense with no probation violations besides for not paying all the 10000 dollars which was a made up number by who knows. Brian found out that I had paid the victim back in full and the county was throwing me in prison because I owed a lil bit of money to gieco insurance. Well that's not a criminal act you cant be thrown into jail cause you didnt pay last months water bill. I wonder what they were using that extra money for I doubt Polk county have it to the victim who didnt want to see this even happen anyways I got to go home and the charge was dismissed and I was instantly off probation. I feel like Polk county violated my rights and the rights of many. Not only did brian work with me on the case he also made it affordable and never hounded me for the money I mean he drove to Polk county from saint paul twice for me and he didnt hate it or charge me for his time doing so. I cant be more thankful for having him in my corner when I was being victimized by our system. Like I said Marsden is the greatest lawyer hands down. Theres not a better one out here. On a side not dont hire jeff dean hes a thief and you will simply over pay a boat load and get less services. Love you brian always greatful.

Posted by Pete | June 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Outstanding Attorney

I have used Mr. Brian Marsden as a criminal defense attorney twice over the last five years. He is incredibly knowledgeable, professional, affordable and HE GETS RESULTS! I highly recommend Brian to represent any individual who has a criminal court case where they need professional representation. He... answered all of my questions, returned every phone call, reviewed my case with me in great detail and unraveled an incredibly complicated case with the end result in my favor. This guy will fight hard for you and with you! A Phenomenal attorney.

Posted by Joel | May 25, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Caused a 6 month delay and if you fire him you'll lose your retainer in full.

Unfortunately after getting a copy of the retainer over 3 weeks after it was signed , I discovered why Brian was ignoring my phone calls (for as long as 4 days) . Turns out he has a clause in his retainer that allows him to keep all of the retainer money in full if he gets fired! I could go on and ...on but between being constantly told how horrible my case was and having to bend his arm for him to even try to negotiate with the prosecutor, which it turns out there was a good chance for better terms and having my case postponed for an additional 6 months because Brian was to busy on vacation in Mexico to review the evidence and his "busy" schedule It left a bad taste in my mouth. My advise is to get a recommendation from someone you know before hiring an attorney. I unfortunately went with the recommendation from one stranger on Yelp! The auto accident was bad enough but I would have been better off representing myself and saved a lot of money and time as well.

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Really reccomend.

I was charged with a crime of which I was innocent of, in Ramsey county, back in 2001. I was really scared and I didn't understand so well how the system worked. Brian represented me for a really reasonable fee, and got the charges dismissed. The thing that was most comforting about him as a lawye...r was that he made sure that I understood everything that was happening. He always returned my calls right away and he definitely knew what he was talking ab out. I really recommend him. I refer him to any friend who needs a lawyer, hands down.

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William Sherry

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 03

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"Brian Marsden is well respected by judges, attorneys, court staff and professional colleagues. He has earned an excellent reputation as a smart, well-prepared and effective attorney. I have known Brian a long time, and I would gladly refer to him with confidence that he would do an outstanding job."

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Carson Heefner

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Brian. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Jennifer Macaulay

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2016

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1992 - Present

Attorney, Marsden Criminal Defense

Associations

2001 - Present

Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1992 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

1992 - Present

Ramsey County Bar Association

Member

1992 - Present

Dakota County Bar Association

Member

Education

1991

William Mitchell College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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