Overall Rating
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This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.
5.0 /5.0
18 Client Reviews
Craig W. Baumann is an attorney licensed in the state of Minnesota and admitted to practice in all state courts as well as Federal U.S. District Court and the U.S. Court of Appeals. Craig began his career in the Woodbury law firm of Steigauf & Baumann in 1986 before starting his own law firm. Clients contacting Craig get the attention of an experienced attorney rather than a paralegal or legal assistant.
Craig has been recognized as an AV Peer Review Rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell. This designation is given only to the top percent of attorneys in the United States. The AV rating indicates an attorney's top professional ability and superior ethical standards.
As an ethics investigator for the 19th District of Minnesota, Craig reviews complaints against area attorneys and reports his findings to the Minnesota Board of Professional Responsibility. After completing his first term as an investigator, the chairman requested Craig to serve a second term.
Mr. Baumann obtained his BA in Political Science from Luther College in Decorah, Iowa, and his Juris Doctor from Hamline University School of Law in St. Paul, Minnesota. He has resided in Woodbury since 1988.
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Practice Areas
41 years
41 years
41 years
41 years | 5,000 cases
$ 275-285 per hour
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Mobile
539 Bielenberg Dr #200, Woodbury, MN, 55125
baumannlawoffice.com/
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Posted by Mark | April 20, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
An exceptional attorney that’s honest, knowledgeable and dependable
I’ve used Craig on a myriad of issues involving real estate transactions and tenant problems. He’s a straight shooter. I’d highly recommend him, if he doesn’t have a solution he’ll find it or refer you to another attorney that can help you.
Posted by Tom | April 19, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Excellent Attorney
I have used Craig for many years, he has done our estate planning created/changed our wills and has also done work with my company. Craig is always very professional, treats us respect and always listens to our needs. He is also very personable and easy to work with! He is definitely an attorney you...
Posted by William | April 19, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Respect and results
Craig is very professional and respectful. He treats everyone equally but knows how to handle situations properly to ensure that you get results with minimal stress and confrontation. I highly recommend him
Posted by Jackie | April 14, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Highly recommend Craig Baumann as your next Estate Lawyer
Craig has done wills for myself and my mother. He is thorough, explains things and answers all our questions, but to me I mostly like his friendly, caring manner in which he does his job. I have highly recommended him to others and will continue, too.
Posted by Dan | April 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Honest, consistent, Professional
My Parents were recommended by their life long friends. I know my mother and father waited a long time to finalize an estate plan and Craig was always available to answer questions and address the concerns they had. He was very patient and explained the importance of having a solid plan in place. Cra...
"I have referred several friends and neighbors to Craig for estate planning work. Each of them was extremely happy with the work Craig did for them and thanked me afterward for my referral. Craig is smart, diligent and professional and I endorse him without hesitation."
"I volunteer with Craig at a free advice clinic in Washington County so I have personally witnessed him give terrific legal advice to clients with complex legal questions. Craig has a lot of experience and I would endorse him in the area of criminal defense."
Family lawyer
2026
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2026
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2025
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1986 - Present
Washington County Bar AssociationMember
1986 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
1986
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
Volunteer
2015
Volunteer
2014
Presenter-Sponsored by Lake Elmo Bank
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