About Maxwell
Biography
As a passionate professional, nothing makes me happier than delivering advanced DWI legal representation that inspires others to fight for their rights while raising the standards bar along the way. Furthermore, I am devoted to not only being a lawyer but also a mentor, consultant, and friend along the way. My goal is to empower my clients to utilize their rights, enrich them with transparent case/legal knowledge, and unearth gap-proof details, so they are fully prepared to proceed through each step. In the end, regardless of what you may be facing, you can have solidifying confidence that together we will cover your case thoroughly, all of your questions will be answered, and you will be optimally positioned through the plea-bargaining process and if you happen to go to trial.
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
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Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Minnesota for 5 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2020
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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
63 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Debt Collection
Posted by Vladimir | September 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection
Straight shooter, best results
Max handled numerous personal and business disputes for me. He knows how to get the job the done and make people pay what they owe in a timely fashion. I’m amazed with his work for myself and my company.
Maxwell Sander Shek's Lawyer Endorsements
"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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"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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Experience
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 DefenseAttorney Member
2020 - Present
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2020 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2020 - Present
Hennepin County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2020 - Present
Ramsey County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2020 - Present
American Association of Jewish Lawyers and JuristsAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Dismissal
Dismissal after start of trial
Client acquitted
Mistrial
Dismissal
DWI dismissed by State
Acquittal
Dismissal/Plea to Careless
Dismissal with prejudice
Education
2020
JD - Juris Doctor
2020
MBA - Master of Business Administration
2016
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2019
2018
2018
2018
Publications
2021
2021
2021
2021
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Will the courts send my stay of imposition to the DMV?
30 Aug 2025
I wanna take my statment away in a domestic court case, how do I do that?
29 Jun 2025
Warrants in Indiana for level 5 felony dealing in marijuana will i be extradited from minnesota if im pulled over or arrested?
26 May 2025