Travis Craig Thompson

Travis Craig Thompson

4.3
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 19 years

Family Lawyer at Minneapolis, MN
Practice Areas: Family, Domestic Violence, Criminal Defense ... +2 more

60 South Sixth Street, Suite 2800, Minneapolis, MN

About Travis

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 60%

19 years

60%
Business 10%

19 years

10%
Appeals 5%

19 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 19 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2007

Authorized to Practice

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2018

Location

Thompson Law, LLC

60 South Sixth Street, Suite 2800, Minneapolis, MN, 55402

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Travis Craig Thompson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

41 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by Riley | June 09, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Took my money and did not follow through

Worst attorney I’ve ever hired for anything. Hired in December didn’t get me a court date until one magically appeared in June after zero contact from him since February after I made an ethics board complaint. Didn’t file motions that were requested, does not answer his phone in any sort of a timely ...manner, doesn’t take the matters seriously, went on vacation after being paid, then said he was sick and couldn’t get to things until that was over, had a motion filed and it needed a cover page changed to be followed through with which did not happen for months, took my $4000 retainer as fast as possible then his communication disappeared into nothing, this was for a child that needed emergency placement involved. Overall I’d give him a negative star rating if possible. Terrible attorney he’s a good salesman and that’s about it. He is condescending when you ask him questions as well. He did nothing for me and hasn’t followed through with what he was supposed to do. The ethics board is currently investigating him and it isn’t the first time this has happened. I have all the documentation of communication as well as the things he wanted me to confirm I wanted him to file in February which it is now June and hasn’t happened and he sent me a case transfer file with zero communication through a Dropbox notification I got in an email. I didn’t even have a single court case with him yet and he was hired in December. I requested a refund and he has failed to respond.

Posted by Papa Demba Ba | August 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

My savior

I have been going through a very difficult divorce that took six years. I had an attorney representing me, but she just kicked the ball for a temporary Di Novo two years later. Then, after two years, i went back right into a custody battle again. I was emotionally, physically and financially drain f...rom having a temporary custody of my four girls and no child support for a year and a half, mortgage and all the other bills that i had to face. I was desperate, traumatized and alone with my four girls. I tried the best i could, but i was failing miserably in facing all my obligations along with an ex-wife whose life mission was to make me suffer... I contacted many lawyers. But then when Travis came along, he was the answer and the one who helped me get my life back together. He is simply exceptional and handled my case in a way that i didn't think possible, at an affordable price as well. He worked out a payment plan that did not hurt me and my obligations and handled this case as his own. I would definitely recommend Travis to anyone who needs help in a divorce matter, because he will win and help you get your life back for sure. Having him is having certainty and SLEEP on your side.

Posted by anonymous | May 15, 2014

worste experience with a lawyer ever.

Has to be the worste lawyer I ever worked with. Travis is very responsive to initially get the case and your money but after that good luck communicating with him. During my case any time I need to contact him it took several calls, emails and texts for weeks to hear anything. Then he often would ...call contact you the day before a scheduled court date giving you no time to plan. Also wonder about his integrity after the case was over, I requested my remaining retainer and asked for an itemized bill or receipt for his services and never heard from him again. I would stay away from this lawyer.

Travis Thompson

Replied last May 15, 2014

We regret this anonymous poster believes they experienced a less-than-satisfactory outcome with Thompson Law LLC. Please feel free to email me directly at [email protected]; we're always open to discuss your case and heed advice as to how our services can be improved!

Posted by Danielle | December 22, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

You want this guy on your side!

We hired Mr. Thompson to help in a very troubling and complicated divorce/custody case. He has routinely proven that he is insightful, strategic and straightforward, leading us to the best of outcomes in daunting circumstances. Travis is an excellent listener, taking time to truly understand his ...clients. He was willing to work with our many limitations and fearlessly pursue the best possible outcome for our family. He is professional, tenacious and extremely trustworthy. He routinely proved that he had a deep grasp of the law and fearlessness to pursue truth, and not just what was convenient. We will work with him any chance we get and consider ourselves lucky to have found him in the first place!

Posted by anonymous | May 30, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Professional Law Man

Mr. Thompson was always forthright in communication. I could always count on him to keep me informed and he kept me knowing that he was continually on my side no matter the amount of chips stacked against me. If a doctor has an excellent "bedside manner" then Mr. Thompson has a court side one. Lega...l issues are a pain for anyone but to know that someone is diligently working on your side is a comfort you need through those trying times. I would highly recommend him and would hire him again without question should the need arise.

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Travis Craig Thompson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kristin Garland

Family lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Friend

"I have known Travis for sixteen years, as we attended law school together. He was a dedicated student then, and is a compassionate and highly-informed attorney now. When I need to counsel in my practice, whether it be on a legal issue or an office management issue, Travis is the first person I call. If you are looking for a responsive, knowledgeable attorney, that will manage your case with precision and care, then look no further than Travis Thompson."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Whitney Krogman

Unknown lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I worked for Travis for a few years and always found him to be very knowledgeable, hardworking and caring. I would, without a doubt, recommend him to anyone in need of an attorney or to work with!"

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Caitlin Guilford

Family lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"I worked with Travis in a very challenging work setting, and he demonstrated great legal skills, compassion, and leadership. I know he would be a great guiding hand through difficult times for family law clients."

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John Porten

Unknown lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known and worked with Travis for more than four years. He handles each of his cases with great diligence and creativity. I have been impressed by how he presses every angle, every possible claim and defense, until he is either certain that it cannot aid his client or until his argument is as sophisticated and honed as possible. Travis specializes in providing results to "smaller" clients; to businesses and families who want their disputes handled with common sense and compassion as much as by technical legal expertise. He has a touch for bringing a sense holistic justice into the case. This gives judges and mediators the impression that siding with Travis's clients is right thing, rather than simply choosing the cleverest lawyer. In cases about families and their businesses, this is key. Judges frown on trickery in these contexts, so Travis weaves the legal arguments into the whole story of the case. This is a rare skill, and one to be prized by the little guys."

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Thomas Wilson

Family lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Thompson and can say that he is an highly professional and knowledgeable attorney who genuinely cares about his clients."

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Randi Setter

Family lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"I worked closely with Travis and was impressed with his professionalism and demeanor. He understands the law and was able to answer client questions quickly and competently."

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Kristin Garland

Family lawyer

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Eric Parker

Family lawyer

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Whitney Krogman

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Patrick Jarosch

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Thomas Wilson

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Randi Setter

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2018.

Reprimand/Probation issued in MN, 2018

updated on 11/29/2018

Reprimand/probation means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. The State also monitors the lawyer's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2006

Graduate with Honors - Public Service, William Mitchell College of Law

2006

James F. Hogg Scholarship Recipient, William Mitchell College of Law

2005

Moot Court - Negotiation Team, William Mitchell College of Law

Work Experience

2013 - 2014

Judge, Department of Human Services

2008 - 2009

Attorney, Project Manager, Analytics, Inc.

2006 - 2007

Managing Attorney - Family & Civil Law, Centro Legal

Associations

2006 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

2006 - Present

Hennepin County Bar Association

Education

2006

William Mitchell College of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence

1999

University of Northern Iowa

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2008

Continuing Legal Education seminar

Scenes From The Front: Immigration Interdiction and Constitutional Rights In Minnesota

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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