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Richard D. O'Dea
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Biography
For 30+ years Rich has successfully represented several thousand clients in claims involving serious bodily injury, brain injury, wrongful death, automobile/motorcycle accidents, liquor liability, insurance coverage disputes, sexual abuse, assault/battery, professional negligence, and work-related accidents.
Rich a lifelong resident of the Twin Cities and is licensed to practice law in both Minnesota and Wisconsin. His practice has been built on past successes and "word of mouth." He welcomes the opportunity to assist you in handling your legal issues.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Brain Injury
20%
35 years
Car Accident
20%
35 years
Motorcycle Accident
20%
35 years
Personal Injury
20%
35 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 250-325 per hour
Contingency
30%-35%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Wisconsin for 28 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in Minnesota for 34 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
O'Dea Law Firm, LLC.
4525 Allendale Drive, White Bear Lake, MN, 55127
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Posted by Stian | May 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Personal injury compensation
Working with Rich was a great experience. A devastating car accident left me in a state of shock and pain. I was a teenager when this happened and did not know how I would move forward with a personal injury. However, I felt that I had a right to be compensated for my injuries. When someone I first m...
Posted by Brittany | October 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Highly recommend
I went to Rich when I was being treated for an auto accident. All I wanted was my medical bills to be paid and to be treated back to health. He was very informative and a great communicator throughout the process. He was straightforward with what he thought would happen and was very easy to work with...
Posted by Tracy | February 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Very knowledgeable, honest and no bullshit type of attitude, would 100% recommend
I felt from the very beginning that I was in good hands. Richard never beat around the Bush he was always completely honest about what my options were and what he recommended I do for my particular situation. He also was very helpful in helping make sure I was getting the proper health care for all...
Posted by Edward | September 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Motorcycle accident.
I contacted Richard a few days after my accident. He agreed to counsel me and saw me that very day. He was very upfront about my options and steps that we would need to go threw. Very personal.
Posted by JOHN | January 27, 2013 | Personal Injury
A Satisfied Client
I am grateful that a friend referred Richard D. O'Dea to represent me in a personal injury claim. It was a matter of an uninsured driver. Rich is a very diligent and qualified attorney. All communication we had with him was swift and easily understood. The case was settled out of court.
Richard D. O'Dea's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Rich and I have associated on cases and I know him to be hardworking, organized. He knows the law and a zealous advocate for his clients."
"Rich is a very capable attorney who fights to get people the justice they deserve. He is experienced and very capable!"
"Rich is one of the top personal injury attorneys in Minnesota. He has handled all types of cases with great results for his clients. I have also mediated several cases where Rich represented the plaintiff. He is always well prepared and a zealous advocate for his client."
"I endorse Richard. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Attorney O'Dea for several years. He is very knowledgeable, thorough and effective. Truly a talented trial lawyer. I would highly recommend hiring Attorney O'Dea on any personal injury case."
"I have worked for Richard O'Dea for over 10 years in a variety of capacities. Most recently, Richard has served as a boss and a mentor for me as I have begun my legal career in the practice area of personal injury litigation. In my personal and professional opinion, Richard provides valuable and sound advice to his clients. I strive to develop into an attorney that practices at the level of Richard on a daily basis."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers - Thomsen Reuters
2017
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers - Thomson Reuters
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers - Thomson Reuters
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers - Thomson Reuters
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers - Thomson Reuters
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers - Thomson Reuters
2013
Civil Trial Law Specialist, Minnesota State Bar Association
2013
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Civil Trial Law Specialist, Minnesota State Bar Association
2012
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Super Lawyer, Minneapolis St. Paul Law & Politics Magazine
2011
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated, Marindale Hubbell
2011
Super Lawyer, Minneapolis St. Paul Law & Politics Magazine
2011
Life Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2011
Civil Trial Specialist, Minnesota State Bar Association
2010
Civil Trial Specialist, Minnesota State Bar Association
2010
Super Lawyer, Minneapolis St. Paul Law & Politics Magazine
2009
Civil Trial Specialist, Minnesota State Bar Association
2009
Super Lawyer, Minneapolis St. Paul Law & Politics Magazine
2008
Civil Trial Specialist, Minnesota State Bar Association
2008
Super Lawyer, Minneapolis St. Paul Law & Politics Magazine
2007
Civil Trial Specialist, Minnesota State Bar Association
2007
Super Lawyer, Minneapolis St. Paul Law & Politics Magazine
2006
Civil Trial Specialist, Minnesota State Bar Association
2006
Super Lawyer, Minneapolis St. Paul Law & Politics Magazine
2005
Super Lawyer, Minneapolis St. Paul Law & Politics Magazine
2004
Rising Star, Minneapolis St. Paul Law & Politics Magazine
2003
Rising Star, Minneapolis Law & Politics Magazine
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Owner, O'Dea Law Firm, LLC.
2007 - 2014
Partner and Founder, Palmer - O'Dea, LLC.
2000 - 2006
Partner and Founder, Palmer, Cody & O'Dea, LLC.
1991 - 1999
Owner, O'Dea Law Office
Associations
2011 - Present
Million Dollar Advocates ForumLife Member
2007 - Present
United States District Court for the Western District of WisconsinBar Member
1997 - Present
State Bar of WisconsinMember
1997 - Present
American Arbitration AssociationNo-Fault Arbitrator
1992 - Present
Minnesota Association for JusticeMember
1991 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
1991 - Present
Ramsey County Bar AssociationMember
1991 - Present
United States District Court for the District of MinnesotaBar Member
2011 - 2014
Wisconsin Association for JusticeMember
2008 - 2014
Second Judicial Ethics CommitteeInvestigator
2007 - 2014
American Association for JusticeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Jane Doe v. G.B.
$225,000.00 settlement for client, plus $40,000.00 in no-fault medical expense and wage loss benefits
B.K. v. A.W.
$1,250,000.00 policy limits settlement on behalf of client
M.D. v. Holthus
$680,000.00 Judgment in Favor of Plaintiff
Education
1991
Hamline University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
St John's University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Car crash, got hit by a semi truck, didn't get info from him. We were taken to the hospital, do we need a lawyer?
07 Nov 2020
Q&A
At fault insurance medical adjuster would to meet me in person and talk to me, is it ok to meet with?
23 Dec 2019
Q&A
Geico wants IME but is behind on medical reimbursement. Previous accident, they retroactively denied bills from 2 months b4 IME.
15 Sep 2013