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I am a criminal defense lawyer in St. Paul, Minnesota. I represent people throughout Minnesota and North Dakota. I have successfully obtained Not Guilty verdicts at trial andpre-trial dismissals for clients facing a variety of accusations, including charges of DWI, Domestic Assault, Criminal Defamation, Theft by Swindle, Threats of Violence (Terroristic Threats), Criminal Sexual Conduct, and drugs charges. I have also successfully challenged laws at the Court of Appeals and Minnesota Supreme Court which resulted in reversals of convictions. My office is located in downtown St. Paul. I'm happy to offer you a free consultation.
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Acquired: 2007
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State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2006
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332 Minnesota St., Ste W1080, Saint Paul, MN, 55101
509 Oak Ridge Way E, Suite #2, West Fargo, ND, 58078
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Posted by Tammy | August 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime
We looked for the best, and found the best
We are Wisconsin residents whose son had numerous drug related charges in Minnesota. We are so thankful we were referred to Attorney Arechigo. He is very competent and achieved great results for our son. He was good about communicating with us so we always knew what was going on in the process and ...
Thanks, Tammy. I was very happy to help and with out results. Hoping for the best moving forward.
Posted by Hannah | June 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
An amazing lawyer to have on your team
John helped me handle a DUI case last summer, I found working with him to be extremely reassuring, I felt supported, listened to, cared for, and like I fully got to explore my options and move forward towards the best direction after my accident. He helped me to make the best of a bad situation, mad...
Posted by Hunter | June 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Worth Every Penny
I was referred to John by a fellow attorney in the state of Wisconsin. When I walked into John's office for the first time, I had my back to the wall facing Gross Misdemeanor DUI and Criminal Vehicular Operation charges. I wasn't sure if getting an attorney would be worth the money. Today I walk...
Thanks very much, Hunter. It really has been nice getting to know you and to work with you. I'm also glad we still stay in touch.
Posted by anonymous | June 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
When your Life & Career are at stake - Trust John for Genuine, Reliable and Professional Support
After not having a satisfactory experience with my two former lawyers who I had hired for my Criminal case, I found John through Avvo. The authentic reviews attesting to his knowledge and success record helped me in trusting his ability to handle my case which had by now become unnecessarily complic...
I was glad to have met you and very happy with our result. Best of luck moving forward.
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Arechigo does an excellent job for his clients. I highly recommend him for tough cases."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney John Arechigo is an excellent criminal defense attorney. He has a good understanding of the law and has the ability to make difficult cases look easy because of his exceptional understanding and interpretation of the law. I had the privilege of working with him on a case and he was very knowledgeable and professional. His brilliant representation yielded the client a favorable outcome."
"Mr. Arechigo is a highly skilled criminal defense lawyer. I have witnessed his professionalism in, and out of, the courtroom. I fully endorse his legal counsel."
"John and I have worked as opposing counsel in the past and I have observed his work in court many times. John is a highly skilled trial lawyer and I endorse him."
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2019
Rising Star, Minnesota Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Minnesota Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Minnesota Super Lawyers
2015
Attorney of the Year, Minnesota Lawyer
2007 - Present
Managing Partner, Arechigo & Stokka, P.A.
2006 - 2007
Attorney, The Duggins Law Firm, LLC
2004 - 2006
Law Clerk, The Duggins Law Firm, LLC
2010 - Present
Dakota County Criminal Defense PanelManaging Attorney
2007 - Present
State Bar Association of North DakotaMember
2006 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Ramsey County Bar AssociationMember
Member
2011 - 2012
Minnesota State Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionMember
Conviction reversed by the Minnesota Supreme Court
Not Guilty Jury Verdict
Statute Declared Unconstitutional
All charges dismissed
Dismissed
Dismissed
2006
Juris Doctor
2002
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
2015
English
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