Benjamin Joseph Tarnowski

Benjamin Joseph Tarnowski

5.0
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Saint Paul, MN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy ... +2 more

1338 Bayard Ave. Suite C., Saint Paul, MN

About Benjamin

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

17 years | 500 cases

60%
Car Accident 10%

17 years

10%
Expungement 10%

17 years

10%
Family 10%

17 years

10%

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 18 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2007

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Sullivan & Tarnowski PLLP

1338 Bayard Ave. Suite C., Saint Paul, MN, 55116

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Benjamin Joseph Tarnowski's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

5 star (13)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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Posted by Garlicia | December 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

THE BEST HANDS DOWN!!!!!

If Benjamin didn't represent me in court only God know where I'll be right now. He's very honest, caring and knowledgeable. It was my first offense ever and I was so emotional and clueless to everything but he made me feel comfortable. THANK YOU BENJAMIN :)

Posted by Richi | February 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thanks you helped a lot

Helped a lot about my case dwi . Talked of what I could do and how to handle it gave good advice that helped me

Posted by Jens | February 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great lawyer

Great lawyer, he did everything he said he could , he got done, made sure I felt like his only client. Very honest about everything involving my case and still did just what he said he could done, very great guy defenetly will hire in the future if needed and will defenetly recommend .

Posted by John | January 9, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Dedicated, knowledgeable and professional representation from the start. If Benjamin had not represented me I'd be in prison

I received an automated post card after being arrested and bailed out it had a price quote that was way under what other attorneys had quoted me for the 2 felony charges and a single misdemeanor long story short I was charged with 2 counts of 1st degree possession one normal and one 1st degree with a... firearm it was my first felony charge and honestly I didn't have alot of hope until meeting Ben literally minutes before my first hearing I had already violated my bail conditions once because at the time I was battling my addiction and losing the fight relapses happened often and Ben was supportive and showed actual concern for my well being while preparing a solid defensive strategy for my case when it came to my contested omnibus hearing Ben spoke to the judge and prosecutor before the hearing i was looking at potentially 14 years but Ben came back in with an offer that guaranteed me no prison Ben told me that he recommended i take it because from his experience going on was 50/50 chance it would go our way and he gave me honest information and left the decision to me i took the deal and was sentenced to 240 days only sat around 140 after doing sts program. When i got out i relapsed and was out of contact with probation until ben messaged me because a warrant was issued. He wanted to check in to see how i was. He has gone the above and beyond what he needed to do he showed attention to detail and total dedication to my case even when i made things very complicated because of my choices and addiction. Even after my case was finished and my sentence served he continued to help me resolve my situation. I will never hire another lawyer Ben has helped my hopeless case turn around and even when I messed up his hard work he looked out for me and gave me great advice and spoke to probation and prosecutor on my behalf. Ben has a court room presence that is beyond comparison. Bens representation couldn't have made me any happier.

Posted by JAMES | December 4, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Fast, Efficient, Reliable

I shouldn't give away my secret for fear of losing him to all the business he could get. I have no reason to look any further than Benjamin. He helped me through a revocation of my driving license. His work gained my respect and trust. The latter being something I cautiously give to anyone. I a...m now using him for the something difficult and personal.

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Benjamin Joseph Tarnowski's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Foley

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ben is an excellent lawyer who fights hard for his clients."

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Lindsey Haugen

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ben because he is a smart and dedicated attorney who gives great advice on criminal defense matters. If you need help in the Twin Cities area, give him a call right away!"

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Rodd Tschida

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ben is a smart and caring attorney who does not back down in the pursuit of justice. He works tirelessly to achieve the best result for his clients. I fully endorse his unwavering diligence in defense of his clients."

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Robert Foley

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lindsey Haugen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Rodd Tschida

Criminal defense lawyer

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Maury Beaulier

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Managing Partner, Sullivan & Tarnowski PLLP

2008 - 2009

Document Review Lead, Robert Half Legal (Project At Faegre & Benson)

2005 - 2006

Legal Intellectual Property Intern, Lifecore Biomedical

Associations

2013 - Present

United States District Court

District of Minnesota

2008 - 2011

Volunteer Lawyers Network

Volunteer Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

D.N.C. vs. Progressive Insurance

Favorable Settlement - Terms are Confidential

State of Minnesota vs. I.A.H

Plea Negotiation - Misdemeanor Offense, no prison, 30 days with work release.

State of Minnesota vs. M.J.M.

Successfully diverted - charges dismissed after waiting period

State of Minnesota vs. S.K.F.

Trial - Acquittal - Case Dismissed

State of Minnesota vs. A.M.H.

Stay of Adjudication - Dismissed

State of Minnesota vs. M.J.H.

Plea Negotiation - Case vacated and dismissed after probation.

State of Minnesota vs. T.L.J.

Dismissed

State of Minnesota vs. D.T.H.

Continued for dismissal - dismissed

State of Minnesota vs. K.X.

Reduced to petty misdemeanor, 99 in a 55. This prevented him from losing his license for 6 months per the statute.

State of Minnesota vs. N.J.F.

Stay of Adjudication - Dismissed

State of Minnesota vs. T.A.A.

Continued for dismissal - Dismissed

State of Minnesota vs. B.J.Z.

Continued for dismissal - dismissed

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Education

2007

University of St. Thomas School of Law - Minneapolis

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

Gustavus Adolphus College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Hennepin County One Day Program Minnesota DUI: Step by Step

2006

Public Lecture - Lifecore Biomedical

Intellectual Property - Current Landscapes

Publications

2006

TommieLaw Newsletter Student Perspectives

Languages

English

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