Steven Kevin Budke

Steven Kevin Budke

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 11 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Eagan, MN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Expungement, DUI & DWI

3435 Washington Drive, Suite 203, Eagan, MN

About Steven

Biography

Practice Areas

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 11 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2014

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Leverson Budke, P.A.

3435 Washington Drive, Suite 203, Eagan, MN, 55122

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Steven Kevin Budke's Reviews

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Posted by Antonio | November 27, 2018 | Criminal Defense

A Little Help Goes a Long Way

In this case, Mr. Budke offered free consultation for those in court on the day I was in court. My case was definitely on the simpler side, but having Mr. Budke guide me through the process made my experience in court go so much smoother. It was my first time in court to fight a conviction, and I w...as definitely nervous about the idea of going it alone. It definitely gave me peace of mind knowing that someone who both listened to what I had to say and understood the system was advocating for me. My case was resolved very much to my satisfaction.

Posted by Tim | September 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Thanks Steve

I hired Steve Budke for two matters due to his diverse background in multiple areas of law and because of the great reviews and awards for Sheridan & Dulas, P.A. He recently represented me on the first matter. Steve paid great attention to detail and went the extra mile on my case. Thanks for great ...legal representation Steve!

Posted by Rachel J | September 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney

I Won My Social Security Disability Claim

And it is all due to Steven Kevin Budke and his staff. He has a good eye for detail and a good memory. He can pick out what is important in your case and use it appropriately. He also has a great way of distilling a lot of information, which can mind numbing, and make it understandable in a minima...l amount of information to the judge. Thank you.

Posted by Jeff | June 17, 2015 | Child Support

Honest, trustworthy, and knowledgeable

Steve was very helpful with our child support case. He was knowledgeable about the statutes. He was also very prompt and took care of all of our needs.

Posted by anonymous | April 01, 2015

Client Review

I am a client of him, he did a great job staying on top of everything. Kept me informed through the whole process and was honest and he has great integrity.

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Steven Kevin Budke's Lawyer Endorsements

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Grant Sackett

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 18

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John Skudlarek

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 11

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"Steven is professional and passionate about the law and providing a strong defense."

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Cody Wright

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 29

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Ambrose

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 06

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shawn Reinke

Family lawyer | Feb 16

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"Steve is an excellent advocate who fights for the rights his clients deserve."

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Nicholas Leverson

Unknown lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve is hardworking and very knowledgeable. He does great work for all of his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

10 Best in Minnesota - Client Satisfaction, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2017

Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

2017

Top Lawyers, Three Best Rated

2017

Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel

2017

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2016

Adjunct Professor of the Year, Mitchell Hamline College of Law

2014

Achievement in Volunteer Public Service, Minnesota Justice Foundation

2013

CALI Excellence for the Future Award (Poverty Law), William Mitchell College of Law

2012

Dean's List, William Mitchell College of Law

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Partner, Leverson Budke, PLLP

2016 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Mitchell Hamline College of Law

2015 - 2016

Adjunct Professor of Criminal Law, William Mitchell College of Law

2014 - 2016

Associate Attorney, Sheridan & Dulas, P.A.

2013 - 2014

Certified Student Attorney, Dakota County Attorney - Criminal Division

2012 - 2014

Certified Student Attorney, Dakota County Attorney - Child Support Enforcement

2012 - 2012

Law Clerk, Legal Assistance of Dakota County

2010 - 2011

Legal Intern, St. Cloud Area Legal Services

2010 - 2011

Gender Violence Prevention Program Coordinator, St. Cloud State University

Associations

2018 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

First District Assembly Delegate

2017 - Present

Dakota County Criminal Defense Panel

Attorney

2014 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

First Judicial District Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Dakota County Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

DWI Dismissal

Dismissed

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Education

2014

William Mitchell College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2010

St Cloud State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Criminal Law

Q&A with a MN Lawyer

2010

Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Preventing Violence Against Women

Languages

English

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