Sarah Martha Macgillis

Sarah Martha Macgillis

also known as Sarah MacGillis

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 27 years

Appeals Lawyer at Minneapolis, MN
Practice Areas: Appeals, Administrative Law, White Collar Crime, Criminal Defense

310 South 4th Avenue, Suite 8000, Minneapolis, MN

About Sarah

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Administrative Law 30%

I represent licensed professionals before the Minnesota Board of Nursing, Minnesota Board of Medical Practice, Minnesota Board of Social Work, Minnesota Board of Psychology, and all other licensing boards in defense of their professional license.

30%
Appeals 30%

I represent individuals in state and federal appeals and those seeking post-conviction relief. I have briefed and argued issues before the Minnesota Court of Appeals, Minnesota Supreme Court and Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals.

30%
Criminal Defense 20%

I represent individuals charged with any state or federal offense.

20%
White Collar Crime 20%

Mail and wire fraud, criminal tax evasion, money laundering, theft, embezzlement, criminal RICO violations, criminal antitrust violations, conspiracy to commit any of the above offenses.

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 27 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1998

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

James C MacGillis

310 South 4th Avenue, Suite 8000, Minneapolis, MN, 55415

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Sarah Martha Macgillis's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

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Posted by Lisa | August 03, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Sarah Macgillis is an outstanding attorney!

Sarah Macgillis represented me when I was falsely accused of mistreating a former student. She showed endless compassion, empathy, and support throughout the entire legal process. Sarah immediately helped to calm my nerves and reduce the stress I was feeling as I had never been accused of anything in... my 36 years of teaching. Being new to court proceedings, she was extremely patient and reassuring as she listened to my never-ending questions. Sarah always kept me updated on what our next step would be. She responded quickly whenever I reached out to her and always went above and beyond. Sarah's commitment and professionalism was always very evident. She thoroughly investigated my case, was well-prepared, and was very knowledgeable about my accusations. I am so grateful that Sarah was my attorney. Because of her, my case was dismissed at our pre-trial hearing. I wouldn't have survived those two years without her guidance and support! She even helped me with the entire expungement process to fully clear my name. I would HIGHLY recommend Sarah Macgillis to anyone looking for a top-notch person and attorney. She is the BEST!

Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Education

Professional, Calm and Supportive

Sarah represented me in a false allegation of student maltreatment. From the start she supported me by taking control while sharing the direction of the process. She was always responsive when questions arose and many did, given the newness of the situation to me as an educator of 24 years. The c...ase was investigated, I felt strongly supported and the situation was decided in my favor. The calmness, professionalism and care Sarah showed made this process less stressful for my family. Sarah Macgillis has experience working with educators and I would recommend her to any of my teacher colleagues if law service is needed!

Posted by anonymous | January 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Justice Reigns with Sarah Macgillis

My case was specifically motivated by power, abuse and retribution by administrators that did not care that their negative unfounded actions would destroy an innocent persons career. I was in need of a lawyer who had the depth of understanding required to fight my case and could work with all the n...uances affecting my situation. If not my new hard fought professional career was going to end and I would be personally and professionally affected by the consequences for a very long time. I could not be unemployed as a single mother. Sarah was diligent in helping me gather the necessary critical materials and witness/colleague statements to present the solid evidence that I was wrongly accused and there was no evidence of any wrongdoing. Working with Sarah, Justice was Served. It was an emotionally challenging legal situation and Sarah presented herself professionally at all times, and had the emotional capacity to present the facts in the best way possible. When we won the case, I new I had selected the best person to facilitate the job with the best skills and tools to support me in winning. Justice Reigned!!!

Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Education

Tenacious

Unfortunately I had to retain a lawyer due to an educational maltreatment charge. Although I felt the charges were negatively motivated by a hostile supervisor, nonetheless I had to seek representation. Ms Sarah Macgillis was the number one referral from friends in the field. I can attest to her will...ingness to listen, gather all the information, give sound advice, then bring all the components together to advocate on my behalf. Ms Macgillis is tenacious in her representation and defense. She was willing to go the extra mile to make sure everyone had context and accurate facts. I would retain her again without hesitation. She is simple one of the best in the field!

Posted by Anonymous | March 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

APRN

I researched for legal representation for a conference meeting with the MN Board of Nursing and discovered Sarah online and it happened to be a good decision. She was well knowledgeable about the processes I was about to embark on. Her techniques, counsel and methods of approaching this conference pr...oved to be accurate and delivered favorable results.

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Sarah Martha Macgillis's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Liebow

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've been fortunate enough to work with Sarah on a number of cases and have been very impressed by how knowledgeable, skilled, caring, and ethical she has been. I also know several other lawyers who think as highly of her as I do."

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Jean Brandl

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. MacGillis is a dedicated, professional lawyer who achieves impressive results for her clients. She recently won a difficult appeal on a big white collar fraud case."

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Jennifer Macaulay

Appeals lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kenneth LaBore

Unknown lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Macgillis is a well known and respected attorney in Minnesota."

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Herbert Ellis

Unknown lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Timothy Anderson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sarah is an excellent advocate for her clients. We've represented co-defendants in a number of cases, and Sarah always provides intelligent, thoughtful representation to each of her clients. I strongly endorse Sarah. She is one of the finest, most caring lawyers I know."

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Christian Lassen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Great lawyer."

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David Liebow

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jean Brandl

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jennifer Macaulay

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Sicoli

Consumer protection lawyer

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Timothy Anderson

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics

2017

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

2016

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

2014

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

2013

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

2012

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

2011

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

2008

Rising Star, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

2007

Rising Star, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

2006

Rising Star, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

2005

Rising Star, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

2004

Rising Star, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

2003

Rising Star, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

2002

Rising Star, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

2001

Rising Star, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

2000

Rising Star, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

Work Experience

2003 - 2008

, Gislason & Hunter, LLP

2003 - 2007

Adjunct Professor, University of Minnnesota Law School

1997 - 2003

, Thompson & Sicoli, Ltd.

Associations

2014 - Present

Federal Defender Mentor Program

Mentor of new federal criminal defense lawyers

2005 - Present

Minnesota Hispanic Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1998 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

1998 - Present

Hennepin County Bar Association

Member

2004 - 2008

Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Board of Directors

2001 - 2004

Innocence Project of Minnesota

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. S.B.

All charges were dismissed.

State v. H.A.

Case was continued for dismissal. Matter will be dismissed in one year.

United States v. O.A.

10 year reduction in original sentence.

State v. N.L.

Acquitted after a trial.

State v. G.K.

Continued for dismissal. Dismissed

State v. D.R.

Continued for dismissal. Dismissed.

State v. T.K.

Continued for dismissal. Dismissed.

State v. S.B.

Charges dismissed

State v. client

Acquitted after a trial.

State v. Client II

Acquitted after a trial.

Minnesota Court of Appeals and Minnesota Supreme Court Cases

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Federal Appeals

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Education

1997

Hamline University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor, Cum Laude

N/A

Saint Olaf College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Advocacy Before Professional Medical Licensing Boards Minnesota Board of Nursing Defense

2013

Minnesota State Bar Association Criminal Trial School Excellent Sentencing Practice in State and Federal Court

2011

MSBA Criminal Law Section Sentencing Conference Win Your Case When It IS All On the Line

Publications

2017

Star Tribune Star Tribune

2016

Kanabec County Times Felony Charges Dismissed

2014

2012

Litchfield Independent Review Assault Case against Teacher to be dismissed

2012

Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Challenger United States v. Jones: Recalculating Fourth Amendment Jurisprudence

2011

Shakopee Valley News Disorderly Conduct Charges Dropped

2011

Hudson Star Observer Former Red Wing Teacher Sentenced

2011

Red Wing Republican Eagle Educator gets jail term

N/A

Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Challenger Minnesota Appellate Court Legal Summary

Languages

Spanish

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