Nick Gegen

Nick Gegen

also known as Nicholas Gegen

4.9
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 35 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Minneapolis, MN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile, Domestic Violence

3109 Hennepin Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN

About Nick

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

35 years | 2,000 cases

40%
DUI and DWI 20%

35 years | 1,000 cases

20%
Domestic Violence 20%

35 years | 500 cases

20%
Juvenile Law 20%

35 years | 150 cases

20%

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 35 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1991

Not Authorized - Deceased - Cle: 1-Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Nick Gegen

3109 Hennepin Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, 55408

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Nick Gegen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

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Posted by Nick | November 03, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great

Nick was great to work with saved me a lot of money and time in jail, Truly wanted the best for me and made everything work out. He's a great guy and now a great friend.

Posted by Anthony | September 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Attourney at a Great Price

I got in trouble for shoplifting. It was under $100 and I had never had any sort of record or commited any crimes other than a few speeding tickets. I knew I didn't have the understanding of our legal system to represent myself but every attourney I called would have cost me thousands. I was weighing... the penalties vs attourney fees based on what I could afford. I was very lucky to find Nick Gegen Lawfirm! Nick represented me for less than half of all the other quotes I got from other Attourneys and quite frankly the end outcome couldn't have got much better. I commited a stupid crime, paid the minimum fee thanks to Nick and won't have a terrible mark on my record for years to come. Good luck changing jobs with a shoplifting charge no matter how petty. If you're in the same boat and you messed up and need an attourney retain Nick Gegen. He's experienced and will represent you at a price that's not intended to aim at only the most wealthy. It's an intimidating experience facing a court date and having to spend days scouring every possible place you can for an attourney. It also makes your heart sink when you hear how much most of them cost. A lot of the ones I called claimed that you need to pay thousands or you will get a lesser attourney and you will not be well represented. Is it worth the risk or gamble? They asked. Well quite frankly I make x amount of dollars a year and can only afford to pay x amount. I was hoping to find an attourney to represent me within what I could afford and wouldn't spend years paying off debts. Nick offered me an affordable price and for that I got the same outcome I would have gotten if I paid thousands more. So if you need to be represented retain Nick Gegen with confidence that he has the experience to get the best possible outcome.

Posted by Nathan | August 10, 2015

Biggest bang for your buck1

Nick was excellent. he was very cost efficient but still very effective! I have used him several times and just retained him again this week.

Posted by Ryan | July 31, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Nick he will fight to keep you out of jail

I have use Nick in many different cases and he has fought for me in every case and never left out any details and the cost is the best for how hard he works for u thanks Nick for all the hard work

Posted by Adam | August 12, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Nick Gegen

Nick was great in regards to my case. Always showed up prepared and ready to fight for me against an oddly combative and ornery prosecutor. Nick was hard nosed and tough throughout my case in which I was eventually acquitted.

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Noah Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Nick is a brilliant lawyer and a kind and helpful person. I know from years of working around and with him that he goes above and beyond to help his clients and throws his whole effort into his work. He is a zealous defender and good choice for anyone charged with a crime."

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Thomas Plunkett

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a hardworking lawyer that cares about his clients."

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Shana Buchanan

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I've assisted Mr. Gegen. He is a brilliant lawyer, passionate about obtaining justice for his clients. He is trustworthy and will get the job done. i highly recommend him as a criminal trial lawyer."

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Carolyn Schmidt

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Nick since law school. Nick is a knowledgable and experienced criminal defense lawyer, who is both book and street smart. He is well known and liked in the criminal legal community. I highly recommend Nick. Carolyn Agin Schmidt, Attorney at Law"

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Lucas Wilson

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I've assisted Attorney Gegen with a federal criminal case. Mr. Gegen is truly passionate about his work and does a great job representing his clients."

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David Schoenecker

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Nick Gegen since law school. He's very committed to assuring the best result for his criminal defense clients, is knowledgeable in the law and very capable in Court."

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Larry Leventhal

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Nick Gegen is quite skilled and experienced in the area of criminal law. He has handled a number of complex cases and is skilled in courtroom presentations."

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Lucas Wilson

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2017

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

Work Experience

1991 - Present

Owner, Gegen Law Firm

2007 - 2009

Attorney, Larry Leventhal & Associates

Associations

2015 - Present

Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Memeber

2010 - Present

Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers Minnesota

Member

1990 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

1995 - 1997

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1995 - 2001

Dakota County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Hicks

Not Guilty

State v. Lafontaine

Not Guilty Verdict

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Education

1990

Hamline University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1979

Minnesota State University, Mankato

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2011

Minneapolis South High School Guest Speakers

The Criminal Justice Process and Chemical Dependency coming together.

Languages

English

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