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Ben is a full service attorney that puts his focus on getting the right result for his clients. His direct communication style and comitment to being prepared for each legal situation has resulted in exceptional outcomes for his clients. Ben is extremely tech savvy and utilizes technology to keep him in direct contact with his clients and their cases.
When Ben is not in the office he is probably working on his Rx-7, which he built from the ground up during his free time while attending law school. Ben is also a competative card player.
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18 years | 500 cases
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Acquired: 2007
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1338 Bayard Ave. Suite C., Saint Paul, MN, 55116
13 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by Garlicia | December 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
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 John | January 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
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...
Posted by Jordan | December 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
I can’t thank you enough !!!
To whom this may concern Benjamin tarnowski has been nothing but helpful in my hardest times I was faceing having my reputation tarnished with lies and spiteful accusations that could change my life for ever. ben was there every step of the way fighting the prosecutor every Cort hearing I had recei...
Posted by Chris | November 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Speeding ticket violation
My lawyer Ben was able to contact the prosecutor in my case and come to an agreement of a lesser charge. My original offense was a speeding ticket going 91mph in a 55mph. Ben was able to get it reduced to 74mph in a 55mph so that's less than 20mph over! I still had to pay the full fine amount but tha...
Posted by mathew brownlee | September 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
direct, informative, and gave me all of the options
he was able to negotiate a very good plea agreement that is keeping me able to get on with my life. absolutely nice guy and not your "typical" lawyer.
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"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!"
"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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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
2013 - Present
United States District CourtDistrict of Minnesota
2008 - 2011
Volunteer Lawyers NetworkVolunteer Attorney
Favorable Settlement - Terms are Confidential
Plea Negotiation - Misdemeanor Offense, no prison, 30 days with work release.
Successfully diverted - charges dismissed after waiting period
Trial - Acquittal - Case Dismissed
Stay of Adjudication - Dismissed
Plea Negotiation - Case vacated and dismissed after probation.
Dismissed
Continued for dismissal - dismissed
Reduced to petty misdemeanor, 99 in a 55. This prevented him from losing his license for 6 months per the statute.
Stay of Adjudication - Dismissed
Continued for dismissal - Dismissed
Continued for dismissal - dismissed
2007
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
2006
Intellectual Property - Current Landscapes
2006
English
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