Mark Richard Gaertner

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Mark Richard Gaertner

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Saint Paul, MN
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Brain Injury, Wrongful Death, Wills & Living Wills

24 East Fourth Street, Saint Paul, MN

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About Mark

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 70%

Wrongful death, motor vehicle accidents, no-fault coverage, insurance coverage disputes, litigation, arbitration.

34 years

70%
Brain Injury 15%

15%
Wrongful Death 10%

10%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

Prepare wills, power of attorney, healthcare directives. Probate estates.

34 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

25%-33%

Awards

Notable Peer Review Rating
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017 2016

Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 27 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1998

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Minnesota for 33 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1992

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Walsh & Gaertner, PA

24 East Fourth Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55101

walsh-gaertner.com/attorney/mark-gaertner/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Mark online.

Mark Richard Gaertner's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

5 star (16)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by anonymous | May 9, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great lawyer

I highly recommend the top-notch legal services of Walsh and Gaertner. Mark and his associates expertly navigated through an arduous process and brought the case to settlement without having to go to court. Overall, I was pleased with the service I was provided, and the final results exceeded my exp...ectations.

Posted by Patricia | March 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thank you for making sure I was compensated!

In 2023 I had a serious life altering injury. Early on when I was laid up I reached out to Walsh and Gaertner Law Firm via email. Mark returned my email immediately, and scheduled a phone consult. His honesty and clarity at the very beginning eased my mind. Cliff Knippel was handling my case, he ...was in constant communication, recommended a workers comp attorney to handle the medical and lost wages. He even came out to my home because I couldn’t drive and was confined to my bed by doctors orders. This was a slip and fall on ice injury due to negligence. The case was settled without trial, we went through mediation, both Cliff and Mark represented me during mediation, walking me through the entire process including expectations and next steps if needed. The settlement was better than I had hoped or expected, of which I am very grateful! Everyone I had contact with at the law firm was kind and very well professional. Thank you Cliff and Mark for making sure I was taken care of and well compensated for this injury! You went above and beyond!

Posted by Jeff Xiong | June 1, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

My trusted attorney

Mark has been providing legal services to my family for 20 years. I am very satisfied with Mark. I have referred my children as well several family members to Mark.

Posted by Sia Lor and Thao Mee Xiong | February 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Nicest Law Office

I had the best experience with Mark Gaertner and everyone at his law office. There are two Hmong speaking persons that helped my mother and I with every step of our case from 10 months ago. Today, Mark’s assistant gave my mother and I the best news. Our personal injury case just settled!!! Bill...s are paid. Thank you to everyone at Walsh and Gaertner!!

Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Houa Yang

Mark helped me when I was at my lowest. Thank you for the life lesson. Don't drink and drive. If you do, and get busted, call Walsh and Gartner.

Mark Gaertner

Replied last January 16, 2019

Houa, thank you for the endorsement. I am happy we were able to get things worked out for you.

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Mark Richard Gaertner's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brett Olander

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mark is an excellent attorney. He's well respected by other lawyers on both sides. He's an exceptional advocate for his clients."

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Deborah Swenson

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mark is an exceptional lawyer who is committed to achieving the best results for his clients. He is extremely knowledgeable in the area of personal injury case law and tactics in dealing with insurance companies."

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John Gaertner

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mark is a fantastic lawyer. Sharp legal mind, organized and an aggressive litigator. I give him five out of five stars !!!!"

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Joshua Tripp

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mark is an efficient and knowledgeable personal injury attorney. He is excellent at assessing cases and getting desired results for his clients."

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Deborah Swenson

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer

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John Gaertner

Family lawyer

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Joshua Tripp

Social Security & Disability lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2024

Superb Rated, AVVO

2023

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2022

Client's Choice Award, AVVO

2022

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2016

North Star Lawyer, Minnesota State Bar Association

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

2016

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

The Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2015

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers

2015

North Star Lawyer, Minnesota State Bar Association

2015

Superb Rated, AVVO

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Superb Rated, AVVO

2014

Best Selling Author, Amazon.com

2014

North Star Lawyer, Minnesota State Bar Association

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2001

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

N/A

Rising Star, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

Work Experience

2001 - Present

Partner, Walsh & Gaertner, PA

1993 - 2001

Attorney, Reding & Pilney

1992 - 1993

Associate Attorney, James Boyd PA

Associations

2001 - Present

Minnesota Association for Justice

Member

1992 - Present

Ramsey County Bar Association

Member

1992 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Shopping Cart Injury

$1,250,000

Wisconsin motorcycle crash

$110,000

Texting

$90,000

Trustee v. Namdi

9,400,000

Farm Truck Accident

$500,000

Minor v. City

Maximum Recovery

Wrongful Death

$9,400,000

Bicycle vs. SUV Accident

$15,250,000

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Education

1992

William Mitchell College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Marquette University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

The Business Leader Spotlight Show Personal Injury Law

2011

How to Handle A Personal Injury Claim

Negotiations

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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