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  • Minneapolis, MN
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Mark Arneson
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About Mark

Arneson & Geffen, Former Prosecutor Fighting For YOU! Proven Results! $0 Initial Consultation. 612-260-7826

I have been practicing criminal law for over 22 years.  I began my career as a prosecutor and used the experience I gained  to aggressively defend those accused of a crime. 

My philosphy is that everyone is entitled to excellent representation no matter what type of charge they are facing.  I handle all cases from serious felonies to petty misdemeanors.

Named Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney in Minnesota!

Named Top 100 Trial Attorney in Minnesota!

Named "Rising Star" by Minnesota Law & Politics!

"Superb" rating with AVVO!

Successfully Defended Thousands of Criminal Defense Clients!

Proven Results!

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Practice areas

OtherSex crimeDomestic violenceCriminal defenseDUI and DWI
  1. DUI and DWI: 35%

    24 years

  2. Criminal defense: 35%

    Dedicated to defending persons accused of all crimes, including felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor offenses.

    24 years

  3. Domestic violence: 10%

  4. Sex crime: 10%

  1. Expungement: 10%

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Arneson & Geffen

333 Washington Avenue North, Suite 405
Minneapolis, MN, 55401-1370

Website
http://www.arnesongeffen.com 

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      MNAuthorized to Practice199704/14/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers70
      Legal guides0
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2014
      Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers in MinnesotaAmerican Society of Legal Advocates2013
      Top 100 DWI Attorneys in MinnesotaNational Advocacy for DUI Defense2013
      Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers Association2013
      Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys MinnesotaNational Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys2013
      Criminal DefenseSouthern Minnesota Regional Legal Services2012
      Criminal DefenseSouthern Minnesota Regional Legal Services2011
      Criminal DefenseSouthern Minnesota Regional Legal Services2010
      Crimianl DefenseSouthern Minnesota Regional Legal Services2009
      Rising SarMinnesota Law & Politics Magazine2004
      Rising StarSuperLawyers2004
      Rising StarMinneapolis St. Paul Magazine2004
      Rising StarMinnestoa Law and Politics2003
      rising starMinneapolis St. Paul Magazine2003
      Rising StarSuperLawyers2003
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      PartnerArneson & Geffen2008 - 2012
      AttorneyArneson & Associates2001 - 2008
      Associate AttorneyMeshbesher Law Office1999 - 2001
      Prosecuting AttorneyRajkowski Hansmeier1997 - 1999
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2010 - Present
      Hennepin County Bar AssociationMember2010 - 2011
      Minnesota State Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionMember2010 - 2011
      Hennepin County Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionMember2010 - 2011
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      Minnesota State Bar AssociationUrine Testing in DWI Cases2010
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      William Mitchell College of LawN/A1997
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Criminal Justice InstitueDWI Testing2010
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      State v. PainterState dismissed case at trial
      State v. MogendiTrial Verdict, Not Guilty
      State v. AurzadaTrial Verdict, Not Guilty
      State v. MartinezCase Dismissed
      State v. BerrethCase Dismissed, License Revocation Rescinded
      State v HerTrial Verdict, Not Guilty
      State v KabassoCase Dismissed
      State v. TitusTrial Verdict, Not Guilty
      State v HaalandCase Dismissed
      State v McBorroughCase Dismissed
      State v. P.S.Case Dismissed
      State v. AndersenCase Dismissed

      Reviews

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      Review Mark Arneson

      A Pleasure to Work With!

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      I hired Mark in October for a DWI charge and he was fabulous to work with. I made a huge mistake, but he was very compassionate about helping me to rectify it. He answered all of my questions and guided me through the process which I never could have navigated on my own. I was pleased with the outcome he helped to negotiate for me, and I’m so grateful that I chose to hire him. His fee was extremely fair and reasonable as well. I would definitely recommend Mark!
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      Mark was great from the minute we spoke on the phone. He walked me through the process and I learned alot as well. I hope I’m never in trouble again but if I am I have mark on speed dial. He’sa great lawyer and a great person.
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      Best lawyer!

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      First I wanna start by thanking mark for his hard work and dedication. I was looking at doing 73+ months in prison but thanks to him I only did 50 days of house arrest he got me a very good deal communication was great, he worked out some payments with me, and the outcome was phenomenal I totally recommend him.
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      Highly recommended.

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      I would recommend Mark without hesitation. We was honest, polite and professional. He would always answer my emails or texts in a timely manner. He is well respected with the prosecuting attorneys. He was able to get my charges dropped.
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      Excellent service

      Posted by

      Mark was very knowledgeable and helpful with everything. He responded in a quick manner and provided the highest quality service. Highly recommend him
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      Top notch

      Posted by

      Mark helped get me the best possible outcome for my case. He always stayed in contact and always explained my options thoroughly. I appreciate your service Mark thanks a lot
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      Best Lawyer in Minnesota

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      I was arrested for my 5th DWI in my lifetime. During this process my mother was very sick until Mark went to bat for me did everything you could call checked up on me he was not only my word he became a very close Confidant. He went to bat for me on numerous occasions during this process my mother passed away. He got everything I asked for and more from the attorneys and had my back during the whole process and kept in contact. He also help me with my fees and was understanding about my situation. I would highly recommend Mark for your attorney reasons and purposes he is the best lawyer in the state of Minnesota. Not only a great lawyer but a great person. I would highly recommend you go with Mark he will go to bat for you and do anything possible for the best possible result.
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      Great lawyer

      Posted by

      Contacted Mark through email and he called me within minutes. From there we went over my case. I hired him and he took over from there. He was able to get charges dropped to a lower charge. Would recommend Mark to anyone.
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      Great Experience

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      Mark was an amazing attorney and worth every penny. He cares about his clients and will go above and beyond to help them get the best outcome possible.
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      Excellent Attorney for DUI / DWI charges

      Posted by

      Mark was very serious with my case from the start and helped bring down my charges . I would recommend him to anyone with any type of case but specifically for DUI or DWI charges he was very good for that . I had another attorney previously on the same case and he didn’t think we could make anything happen and I talked with mark and he said what I wanted to hear and I ended up hiring him and using him and we had Great Results that would not have been able to be done with the old attorney
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      Attorney endorsements

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      Judd Nemiro

      A top notch attorney who has great knowledge of the law. I endorse this lawyer.

      Gerald Miller, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 10, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Mark is a highly knowledgeable and experienced lawyer in the area of criminal and DWI law. His reputation is A+. He zealously represents his clients to the highest degree. I give him my full endorsement

      Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on May 29, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse Mark. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

      Ethan Meaney, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 19, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Max Keller, Criminal defense Attorney on May 5, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Mark is a skilled practitioner who knows the system and the judges. He is often seen in courts across the State. I give him my full endorsement.

      Kenneth LaBore, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 3, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Arneson is a well known and respected Criminal and DUI/DWI attorney in Minnesota.

      Douglas Kans, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 24, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Mark is very experienced in the area of criminal defense and is a zealous and diligent advocate for his clients.

      Todd Kenyon, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 4, 2012
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mark and I see each other in court state wide. I love discussing legal issues with him because he is an excellent lawyer! It is such a luxury in this day and age to work with and deal with a great lawyer like Mark!

      Maury Beaulier, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 28, 2012
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mark is an excellent, aggressive and thorough lawyer. I endorse this lawyer.

      Jeffrey Ring, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 20, 2012
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Arneson stays on top of the cutting edge issues and always conscientiously represents his clients, getting results that most often would not have been possible without his work. I recommend him to anyone who needs criminal help at affordable, reasonable fee rates. Jeff Ring-Attorney

      Daniel Le, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 18, 2012
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse Mark because he has incredible integrity to go along with his excellent legal skills to make sure his clients are represented to the highest degree. Mark is simply a incredible person who is also a phenomenal attorney.

      Todd Peterson, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 17, 2011
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Arneson has extensive experience defending criminal cases. He is well known and respected in the legal community.

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