Mark Arneson

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Mark Arneson

5.0
88 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Minneapolis, MN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence ... +2 more

333 Washington Avenue North, Suite 405, Minneapolis, MN

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About Mark

Biography

Former prosecutor with 28+ years of criminal defense experience—Top-rated Minnesota attorney delivering proven results in DWI, DUI & criminal cases.

Relentless criminal defense with proven trial success—protecting your rights, freedom, and future.

Former prosecutor with 28+ years of experience defending DWI & DUI cases—results that protect your license and record.

Compassionate, strategic defense in domestic assault cases—protecting your rights and reputation.

Clear your record, protect your future—trusted expungement representation with proven results.

Discreet, aggressive sex crime defense—experienced trial attorney safeguarding your freedom and future.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 35%

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

29 years

35%
DUI and DWI 35%

29 years

35%
Domestic Violence 10%

10%
Expungement 10%

10%
Sex Crime 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2020 2019 2018
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+ 3
Platinum Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 28 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1997

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Arneson & Geffen

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

www.arnesongeffen.com

Online Presence

Other places you can find Mark online.

Mark Arneson's Reviews

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Posted by Kjell | September 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A fair, honest and effective lawyer

Mark was kind, patient, fair and always took time to hear me. He didn’t make big promises but rather clearly laid out the realities of my situation and then rolled up his sleeves and worked hard to find the best possible outcome for me. My case was in Scott county and he was well acquainted with the ...prosecutors and judges there as well as those in surrounding counties. I appreciate Marks honesty, kind manner and depth of knowledge, I could not have managed this without him.

Posted by Mitchell | November 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Excellent Attorney for DUI / DWI charges

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

Posted by Kristin | January 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Highly Recommended

Hired Mark after a consultation based on a referral from another law firm for a DUI case. He was expedient in his response to scheduling my consultation. Mark provided thorough explanations of the law as it pertained to my case, and was well versed on the recently changed/updated law. Mark was very p...rofessional and honest when going over all possible legal outcomes and repercussions. I was treated with utmost respect throughout the entire process and he responded to any questions I had immediately. He took in to consideration the uniqueness of my case as it pertained to my employment and other matters at hand. Mark was swift in his recommendations to me as his client and in providing resources so that I could take an active role in benefiting my case and myself. Mark's diligence, integrity, and professionalism resulted in charges being greatly reduced/dismissed and the opportunity to move forward from this incident with dignity and without severe employment repercussions. He was fair in the services he provided and did not attempt to "oversell" or provide any false hope. Case closed with much better results than expected.

Posted by anonymous | July 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Great Lawyer for DUI

I hired Mark to help me with a first time DUI arrest. I contacted him the weekend after and he made time to meet with me on that same Sunday (Mother's Day no less). He set up the trial quickly as requested and skillfully guided me through an unfamiliar process. I had my license back 4 days later. We ...discussed the benefits and cost of hiring an expert opinion and he reviewed all the police documents and camera/recorded evidence. In the end he was able to get the charges dropped to a Hazardous Lanes Change charge. I had told him I wanted to be kept in the loop but minimally involved, and there was nothing I felt caught me off guard. I was very pleased with Marks services and the outcome he got for me.

Posted by anonymous | July 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Highly Recommend!

Mark recently helped me with my DWI case. I was facing W plates and ignition interlock. Needless to say I was pretty upset and unsure of what would happen. He helped me understand the process and was always willing to answer any of my questions. In the end Mark found an error that was made during my ...arrest and was able to get my charges reduced. He went above and beyond what I expected and I am so happy we chose Mark to represent me. Thank you!

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Mark Arneson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Other

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

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Gerald Miller

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 10

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"

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Ethan Meaney

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Max Keller

Criminal defense lawyer | May 05

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."

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Kenneth LaBore

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Douglas Kans

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 24

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."

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Todd Kenyon

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 04

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!"

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Maury Beaulier

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Jeffrey Ring

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 20

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"

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Daniel Le

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 18

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."

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Todd Peterson

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 17

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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Gerald Miller

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Judith Samson

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Ethan Meaney

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Douglas Kans

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Todd Kenyon

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Patrick Cotter

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David Valentini

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Christopher Renz

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Maury Beaulier

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Max Keller

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Andrew Pearson

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Jeffrey Ring

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Daniel Le

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Todd Peterson

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Avvo Client’s Choice, Avvo

2025

Platinum Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

AV Preeminent Peer Review Attorneys, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2022

Top 25 Criminal Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2022

Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys Minnesota, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2022

Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2021

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2021

Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2020

Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2019

Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2018

Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2017

Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2013

Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Minnesota, American Society of Legal Advocates

2013

Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys Minnesota, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2013

Top 100 DWI Attorneys in Minnesota, National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2012

Criminal Defense, Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services

2011

Criminal Defense, Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services

2010

Criminal Defense, Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services

2009

Crimianl Defense, Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services

2004

Rising Star, Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine

2004

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2004

Rising Sar, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

2003

Rising Star, Minnestoa Law and Politics

2003

Rising Star, Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine

2003

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Partner, Arneson & Geffen

2001 - 2008

Attorney, Arneson & Associates

1999 - 2001

Associate Attorney, Meshbesher Law Office

1997 - 1999

Prosecuting Attorney, Rajkowski Hansmeier

Associations

2010 - Present

Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

8th Judicial Circuit Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2011

Hennepin County Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2011

Minnesota State Bar Association, Criminal Law Section

Member

2010 - 2011

Hennepin County Bar Association, Criminal Law Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Painter

State dismissed case at trial

State v. Mogendi

Trial Verdict, Not Guilty

State v. Aurzada

Trial Verdict, Not Guilty

State v. Martinez

Case Dismissed

State v. Berreth

Case Dismissed, License Revocation Rescinded

State v Her

Trial Verdict, Not Guilty

State v Kabasso

Case Dismissed

State v. Titus

Trial Verdict, Not Guilty

State v Haaland

Case Dismissed

State v McBorrough

Case Dismissed

State v. P.S.

Case Dismissed

State v. Andersen

Case Dismissed

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Education

1997

William Mitchell College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Minnesota State College & University - Minnesota State University, Moorhead

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

Criminal Justice Institue

DWI Testing

Publications

2010

Minnesota State Bar Association Urine Testing in DWI Cases

Languages

English

Activity

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