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Kristine Jean Zajac
also known as Zajac Law Firm
About Kristine
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Minneapolis Family Law and Criminal Defense Attorney
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People need legal guidance during difficult times in life. You may be struggling with the uncertainty of a divorce or child custody dispute. You may be striving to protect your reputation, liberties and immigration status in the face of criminal charges. When such weighty circumstances threaten your peace of mind and future, it is important to seek a strong legal ally who cares deeply about your case.
At the Zajac Law Firm in Minneapolis, Minnesota, family law attorney Kristine Zajac can be that ally for you. She is passionate about helping people like you overcome legal obstacles. She represents clients in a range of practice areas, focusing primarily on family law and criminal defense.
Kristine enjoys spending time with her family, playing basketball and reading.
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Licensed in Minnesota for 27 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 1998
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400 South 4th Street, Suite 1025, Minneapolis, MN, 55415
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Kristine Jean Zajac's Reviews
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Posted by Susset | March 01, 2021 | Child Custody
Kristine Zajac is a very trustworthy attorney!
Kristine handled my divorce in 2013. She is very thorough, very knowledgeable, kind and caring. She did a lot of research on my case and fought so hard to get me everything I asked for in my divorce. I got sole legal and sole physical custody of my son!!! She always kept in communication with me, she...
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Replied last March 01, 2021Thanks, Susset!
Posted by Annette | March 01, 2021 | Divorce & Separation
Thank You is not enough
Kristine & Ryan were there with me every step of the way and genuinely were concerned that I was okay mentally and emotionally. My first meeting with Kristine went well as she gave me advice about what I would need to be prepared for if I chose to go forward with a divorce. Her final piece of advice ...
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Replied last March 01, 2021We both remember you very fondly. Thank you.
Posted by anonymous | March 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
We recommend Ms. Zajac
When our teen made a bad decision and was arrested, Ms. Zajac helped us through the process of going to court and later having his record expunged. She was very responsive to our questions, and clear in her communications. We were very glad to have found her.
Kristine Zajac
Replied last March 01, 2021We're all one step away from a bad decision. Glad it worked-out.
Posted by Devon | March 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Cheers
I got blindsided with a matter regarding child custody and found myself in a seemingly uphill battle. I was very emotional and reached out to Kristine and her colleague Ryan for help. They were able to see things in the case I glossed over or paid no mind, and call upon precedents to aid me in my ...
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Replied last March 01, 2021Glad it all worked-out, Devon!
Posted by anonymous | March 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family
Highly Recommend!
I highly recommend Kristine Zajac, Always responsive and helpful, listens to my needs and desires, provides sound advice and options. Very well educated and experienced in family law.
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Replied last March 30, 2020Thank you!
Kristine Jean Zajac's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Kristine is always well prepared and fair. She does not play games. She is kind and seems to be sincerely aiming for the best outcome for all parties. She displays the proper decorum and professionalism and respect for all participants."
"I have had several cases with Ms. Zajac as opposing counsel. I have found her to be a tough advocate on behalf of her clients. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kristine cares about her clients and does a great job for each of them. I have known her as an Attorney for over a decade and would trust her advice myself if I had a family law issue that I needed to address."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Zajac is an outstanding attorney who provides exemplary advice on Avvo. I would recommend everyone and anyone to him for representation. Even though I have been practicing fo 24 years, as a judge, magistrate, prosecutors, and in private practice, I learn valuable new information from her every day. A superb attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kristine is a great lawyer. Very nice and very good at what she does."
"I endorse this lawyer and have refer cases to Ms. Zajac in criminal defense and family law matters for many years. She is a great advocate, because she has compassion and really listens to her clients. She has success in court because she prepares well seeks the just result in difficult legal situations."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I ave referred her clents and hey have been impresed with her skill and professionalism."
"I endorse this lawyer because I have evaluated her retainer agreements, the close interaction she has with her clients, the positive outcomes she has engineered for her clients, and the very reasonable charges associated with her high quality legal services."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Ms. Zajac as an attorney. Ms. Zajac has a lot experience is handling family law matters. Ms. Zajac's personality and care in handling her matters has earned her a solid client base and loyalty. Ms. Zajac is thoughtful and caring while representing her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kristine Zajac is a talented and devoted lawyer and I would recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who cares about her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kristine Zajac is a great lawyer. She works hard and gets results. I consult her often. I highly recommend her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kristine is an excellent attorney. She is extremely knowledgeable and personable, a hard to find combination"
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Experience
Honors
1998
Cum laude, William Mitchell College of Law
1996
Top 10% of class after First Year, William Mitchell College of Law
1994
Phi Beta Kappa, University of Minnesota
Work Experience
2000 - Present
Attorney/Owner, Zajac Law Firm
1999 - 2000
Attorney, Lanners and Olson, P.A.
1998 - 1999
Law Clerk to Judge Stephen Aldrich, Fourth Judicial District
1996 - 1998
Law Clerk, Hennepin County Attorney's Office
Associations
2000 - Present
Minnesota Hispanic Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2018
Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2003 - 2005
Minnesota Hispanic Bar AssociationBoard Member
2001 - 2001
Sentencing Guidelines Commission BoardChair of Legislative Subcommittee
1999 - 2001
Sentencing Guidelines Commission BoardMember
1998 - 1998
Hispanic Law Student AssociationPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Heather Newman vs. Robert Newman
Affirmed in part, reversed in part, and remanded.
In the matter of: Gayle Cardial, Petitioner, Respondent vs. Paul G. Cardinal, Appellant.
Court upheld the custody determination and the finding that domestic abuse had occurred and remanded the case for findings as to the amount of child support and spousal maintenance.
State of Minnesota, City of Minneapolis, Appellant vs. Peter Alvin Schulze, and Marcie Lynn Simms Respondents.
The case was remanded with the district court to conduct an in camera review to weigh the competing interests in determining discoverability.
Education
1998
William Mitchell College of Law
Juris Doctor
1994
University of Minnesota
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Criminal Law and how it's impacted by immigration issues
Criminal Law and how it's impacted by immigration Issues
Publications
2018
Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Challenger
Expungements for Undocumented Immigrants
2015
Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Challenger
Five Things Criminal Defense Attorneys Should Keep In Mind About Family Issues.
2009
Minnesota Lawyer
Spoofing Defense
Languages
Spanish
English
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Q&A
What happens if you move counties during a child custody case?
13 Apr 2022
Q&A
If a divorce decree says that I will change my name back to my maiden name, do I really have to go to the trouble of doing that?
05 Jun 2013
Q&A
Who pays for supervised visitation?
09 Apr 2013