Overall Rating
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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 Matt | April 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Great Lawyer/Fortunate to have representing me
Craig was very helpful in my situation. Not only was he very informative and made things very clear, he also made me feel comfortable and a priority. He was not judgmental and never put me in a bad situation. You could tell he was very experienced by how he talked to me and how he talked to other...
Posted by Monaie | April 12, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Quick turn around, great service!
I’ve worked with Craig multiple times on estate planning for myself and relatives. He and his firm have worked within my timelines even when they are short. I’ve appreciated the timely attention given to each issue. Highly recommend!
Posted by JT | April 10, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Detail oriented
We had a great experience with Baumann Law. Craig listened to our situation and made solid recommendations for our family estate. He came highly recommended from friends and neighbors.
Posted by Mark | April 10, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Business
Honesty And integrity
I've known Craig for 30 years whenever I message him, he gets right back to me, whether its business related or personal, in fact my wife's family all use him now too. Great guy, sincerely, Mark S
Posted by Kip | April 03, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Outstanding Trust Lawyer
I have dealt with many lawyers over my career. Mt wife and I knew revising and setting up a will and trust would feel overwhelming, but Craig and his staff made the experience incredibly straightforward. They were patient with all of our questions and never made us feel rushed while discussing sensit...
"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
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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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