Robert A Manson

Robert A Manson

4.3
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 35 years

Family Lawyer at White Bear Lake, MN
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation ... +3 more

3564 Rolling View Drive, Suite K, White Bear Lake, MN

About Robert

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Family 30%

Include above areas

36 years | 2,000 cases

30%
Child Custody 20%

36 years | 1,000 cases

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

36 years | 1,000 cases

20%
Child Support 10%

36 years | 1,000 cases

10%
Criminal Defense 10%

36 years | 200 cases

10%
Domestic Violence 10%

36 years | 500 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 35 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1990

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Robert A Manson

3564 Rolling View Drive, Suite K, White Bear Lake, MN, 55110

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Robert A Manson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

50 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Jeff | March 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Title 18 - Section 1983

Fails communication with his clients, continuing court communication sharing Plaintiffs client's next moves with Defendants, has court hearing with Defendants and moving Plaintiffs witnesses to other locations standing out of court room hearing in court hearings with Defendants alone. A Juvenile Cou...rt Judge has Cited Robert A Manson not representing the Plaintiffs multiple times! Mr Manson has caused future harms and endangerment throughout inner working with county officials. I am filing a petition for summons to Federal District Court naming Robert A Manson as the Defendant in upcoming motion being filed. March 2025

Posted by anonymous | May 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Missed filings and abandoned case

Mr. Manson took a medical leave and vacation just after I hired him did not communicate he would be gone out of the country when I hired him for15-20 days. He attempted to delay my hearing until after his vacation. He missed efilings and responsive paperwork from the opposing party before a hearing ...and so was not prepared at hearing. I don’t recommend this attorney!

Posted by Kassy | August 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Couldn’t have done it without Bob!

I hired Robert because when we first got into contact, he sat with me on the phone listening to my entire case, gave great advice, and answered every question I had with honesty and superior knowledge. I became even more confident with him at mediation when he asked all the right questions, gave me m...ore great advice, and was also a very personable guy that was super kind, and was passionate about his career. Before the hearing, I was super nervous, but I knew I had a great lawyer by my side. In court, he made sure to bring up all of the main points, and it was obvious he was so much better than my ex’s lawyer who seemed to really need my ex’s money and she spotted a sucker. He made me feel confident In my case, but always made sure I knew it wasn’t a sure thing. He’s a great lawyer to have by your side!

Posted by Dan | January 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Great Lawyer, good communication, reasonable rates.

Robert helped me out substantially. He cut my child support in half, and settled my divorce in a timely manner. I would highly recommend him to represent you. He and his staff have great communication between phone and email.

Posted by anonymous | April 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Extremely happy client!

I hired Bob to help me with writing a legal brief. I have an order for protection against my ex boyfriend, which was violated. I ended up proceeding forward to hold him in contempt on my own, which I discovered is almost unheard of. After the hearing, the judge asked for legal briefs to be submitt...ed on an issue. I wasn't sure how to go about it, but Internet research and lots of phone calls led me to Bob. I had done some legal research, and other attorneys that were kind enough to give me advice also contributed some. Bob put it all together. The process reminded me of a college paper-one that we worked on together. Bob was very open to my ideas and the points I wanted to make, and he also gave great advice and let me know what could and couldn't be said. I was very pleased with the result. He was even kind enough to have his office file and serve the paperwork for me, which he was under no obligation to do. And all of this was done for a VERY reasonable price. We are still awaiting the judge's ruling, but either way, I'm very thankful I found Bob. For the past 3 months, I have been slowly moving forward from a situation which was painfully life-altering, in which I was very afraid, and in which I have had very little control. Bob's assistance has contributed to me getting my life back.

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Robert A Manson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jason Kohlmeyer

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had a heckuva case against Bob that went to trial, he is a very good attorney who also wants to help his client and resolve the case. I endorse Bob Manson."

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Eric Parker

Family lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a seasoned and tough litigator. At the same time, he is willing to put in the time to craft a well-reasoned and detailed settlement where possible."

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Craig Shriver

Family lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Robert Manson works very hard for his clients applying the skills he has developed over the course of his twenty-three years as a Minnesota family law lawyer. Although he is well known for his rigorous and detailed trial preparation and litigation skills, he prefers settlement over court battles. But whether in the court room, or the mediation table, the most important outcome for Mr. Manson is a favorable one, for his client."

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

1986

Army Commendation Medal, U. S. Army

Work Experience

1991 - Present

Shareholder, Robert A. Manson, P.A.

1988 - 1990

Attorney, Honeywell, Inc.

1987 - 1988

Law Clerk, Jeffrey R. Anderson, PA

1986 - 1987

Law Clerk, Marshall & Associates

1983 - 1986

Legal Specialist, United States Army

Associations

2011 - 2013

Minnesota State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Sample of Legal Cases

Leibold v. Leibold

Court of Appeals reversed the trial court

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Education

1990

William Mitchell College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

University of Minnesota

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2013

The Mens Center Law Clinic

Family Law

2012

Father's First Law Clinic

Family Law

Languages

English

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