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arim El-Ghazzawy is the founder and principal of El-Ghazzawy Law Offices, LLC, located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Focusing his practice exclusively on family law, including both litigation and alternative dispute resolution, he concentrates on high-asset divorce cases and serves clients in the Twin Cities area and throughout the state in matters involving prenuptial agreements, spousal maintenance claims, complex custody issues, business valuations and property distribution. Mr. El-Ghazzawy has significant appellate experience.
Mr. El-Ghazzawy has been practicing law for over three decades. He graduated from Washington University in St. Louis with a Bachelor of Arts in history and Spanish before earning his Juris Doctor at the University of Minnesota Law School. His results-oriented approach has been instrumental in notable verdicts regarding the legality of foreign marriages, opposition to out-of-state relocation by custodial parents, and vacation of an Antenuptial Agreement.
Admitted to practice in Minnesota, Mr. El-Ghazzawy is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit. In recognition of his outstanding legal skills and high ethical standards, Mr. El-Ghazzawy has earned an AV Preeminent* peer-review rating through Martindale-Hubbell along with recognition from Minnesota Monthly and U.S. News & World Report.
*AV Preeminent and BV Distinguished are certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the confidential opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell ratings fall into two categories: legal ability and general ethical standards.
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Acquired: 1986
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309 Clifton Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55403
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Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Karim El-Ghazzawy was calm, composed, and exceptionally steady throughout my arduous divorce process. He navigated opposing counsel’s aggressive tactics with precision while providing clear, grounded counsel during emotionally charged moments. His work was consistently knowledgeable, thorough, and ad...
Posted by Jill | December 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney
From the very beginning, my experience with Karim was nothing short of exceptional—he was a true lifeline during one of the most difficult and prolonged periods of my life. Karim is a brilliant divorce attorney whose command of the law was evident at every stage of my case. He navigated an incredi...
Posted by Joseph | February 4, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Mr, El-Ghazzawy always looked out for my best interest advocating on my behalf. His professionalism in all matters and ability to work with opposing council enabled the process to always move forward. He has an outstanding professional staff that communicated with clarity and was always helpful, no ...
Posted by Zelda | June 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Karim El-Ghazzawy is not just a lawyer; he is a calming force in what can often be a tumultuous legal process. Having utilized his services on two occasions, I can confidently attest to his unique blend of wisdom, empathy, and strategic acumen. What sets him apart is his ability to see beyond immedia...
Posted by Zack | May 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I found Karim through an acquaintance of a family member. I can’t write enough good things about Karim and his team here. My priorities were securing a future with my infant son, and I am so happy with how everything was handled! Not only was Karim very professional and responsive throughout the enti...
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1991 - Present
Principal, El-Ghazzawy Law Offices, LLC
1986
J.D.
1982
B.A.
Spanish