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Maxwell Sander Shek

also known as Max Shek

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 5 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Minneapolis, MN
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Criminal Defense ... +4 more

60 South 6th Street, Suite 3740, Minneapolis, MN

About Maxwell

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 25%

Affordable, Comprehensive DWI and DUI representation. I put the work that some attorneys do not to make sure the State understands your arguments before advising any plea.

25%
Drug Crime 20%

Affordable, Comprehensive Drug Crime representation. I put the work that some attorneys do not to make sure the State understands your arguments before advising any plea

20%
Criminal Defense 15%

Affordable, Comprehensive Criminal Defense representation. I put the work that some attorneys do not to make sure the State understands your arguments before advising any plea

15%
Sex Crime 15%

Affordable, Comprehensive Sex Crime representation. I put the work that some attorneys do not to make sure the State understands your arguments before advising any plea

15%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 15%

Affordable, Comprehensive DWI and DUI representation. I put the work that some attorneys do not to make sure the State understands your arguments before advising any plea.

15%
Expungement 5%

Shek Law knows the process, what factors the court will look for, and how to present your argument. Let’s get your record cleaned.

5%
Juvenile Law 5%

When your child is charged with a crime, it can be an emotionally difficult time. My advice is to continue to parent and discipline how you see fit; don’t let the court tell you what’s appropriate for your child.

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 5 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2020

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Shek Law LLC

60 South 6th Street, Suite 3740, Minneapolis, MN, 55402

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Maxwell Sander Shek's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

63 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 10 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by A.D.B. | August 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

I had a million questions. He answered them all

I found myself on the wrong end of a domestic assault charge. Having never been in trouble before, I was nervous and afraid of the potential consequences I was facing. I contacted Max and he immediately went to work on my case without prejudice or bias. We got the BEST possible outcome given the circ...umstances. His rates were more than fair for the amount of service he provided. Give him a call, you won't regret it. Max knows his stuff.

Posted by anonymous | July 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Excellent consultation and hire

Mr. Shek shows his worth right from the consultation. I called Max for a DWI charge and it didn’t take long to hire him. He was very informative during consultation and helped me understand the charges as well as how things work. Not to mention his price is very fair. Upon hire, Max got straight to w...ork on my case, always working towards the best results as possible. Throughout the process Mr. Shek was easy to contact/get a hold of and was always willing to provide extra explanations as needed. The legal advice he has provided has been extremely helpful, providing multiple options to move forward on the matters at hand with my best interests at the center. In my case there was success! Had there been little success, I still would have considered Maxwell Shek a great hire as he did put so much effort into my case and offered great support. Max is your man.

Posted by Josh | July 21, 2021 | Privacy

Privacy Questions

I contacted Max regarding privacy issues for my new company. Max showed impressive off-the-top knowledge. His responses were clear, concise, and easy to understand. He was honest about when it would make sense to retain him. I’ll be sure to contact him in the future if I need help.  

Posted by Shania | June 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Lawyer

Max is a really good lawyer , he works Hard and is good at what he do . He got me the best deal with no jail time . I really appreciate him and I HIGHLY recommend hiring him as your lawyer (:

Posted by Nicholas | June 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Intellectual Property

Highly Recommend Maxwell Shek

In the face of a mounting Intellectual Property dispute, I was introduced to Maxwell through a mutual connection. The first thing that stuck out to me was his attention to detail and transparency (something I really admire; when in the legal field, jargon can run unmatched). Maxwell's expediency was ...also worth noting. Our acquaintance instructed I give Shek a call and what I presumed would be a brief introduction turned into a full assessment of my case. Within a day, Maxwell provided a Formal Letter with detailed evidence supporting our side, as if he had worked overnight preparing the document. Needless to say, the hard work paid off and I'm happy to write we were able to resolve our issues without a courtroom - Maxwell Shek saved me tens of thousands of dollars. I would highly recommend Maxwell Shek as your attorney. Combine his knowledge of the law with his penmanship and the Intellectual Property case is in your favor. Thanks, Maxwell.

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Maxwell Sander Shek's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Kane

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Maxwell gives consistently accurate and analytic answers customized to the needs of Avvo askers. A prospective client would look for precisely these attributes when seeking legal representation"

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Xavier Martine

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. His input in Avvo's Q and A are on point and demonstrate his strong vast knowledge of criminal law."

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Lindsey Haugen

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer after we discussed a criminal matter related to a client's rights and I found Mr. Shek's input to be thorough and correct."

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Jonathan Holson

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers

2024

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2024

Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyers of America

2023

Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

Client's Choice, Avvo

2023

Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyers of America

2022

Best Lawyer, Expertise

2022

Client's Choice, Avvo

2021

Recognition for efforts as a criminal defense attorney, National College for DUI Defense

2021

Client's Choice, Avvo

2021

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2021

Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation, National Trial Lawyers

2021

Best Lawyer, Expertise

2021

Accredited, Better Business Bureau

2020

Pro Bono Award, Minnesota Justice Foundation

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Owner, Attorney, Shek Law LLC

2020 - 2021

Attorney, Wells Fargo Bank

Associations

2021 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Attorney Member

2020 - Present

American Bar Association

Attorney Member

2020 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Attorney Member

2020 - Present

Hennepin County Bar Association

Attorney Member

2020 - Present

Ramsey County Bar Association

Attorney Member

2020 - Present

American Association of Jewish Lawyers and Jurists

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

1st degree Criminal Sexual Conduct charge dismissed

Dismissal

Felony Terroristic Threats dismissed by state after the start of trial

Dismissal after start of trial

Client acquitted on texting while driving charge

Client acquitted

Mistrial granted in Otter Tail County

Mistrial

Felony gun charge dismissed

Dismissal

DWI dismissed by State

DWI dismissed by State

Felony Drug Sale Jury Trial Acquittal

Acquittal

.29 BAC level pled into careless driving in Meeker County, MN

Dismissal/Plea to Careless

Felony Dishonored Check Dismissal in Beltrami County, MN

Dismissal with prejudice

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Education

2020

University of Minnesota Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2020

University of Minnesota

MBA - Master of Business Administration

2016

Michigan State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

Publications

2021

University of Southern California Using A Franks Motion to Defend DWI

Languages

English

Activity

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