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Rodd Ahren Tschida
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Biography
I have personally represented hundreds of individuals charged with a crime in the State of Minnesota. My mission from Day 1 has been Results. I do everything I can to make sure that my clients are not subjected to a criminal record, jail or prison time, license withdrawals, asset seizures, and the like.
I have over 15 years in private practice as a criminal defense lawyer, but am still able to keep my fees relatively low because I spend few dollars on advertising, which is not all that common in the industry. I attended the University of Minnesota with a degree in Political Science making the Dean's List multiple times. I obtained my law degree from Hamline University, and graduated near the top 20% of my class. I have spent time teaching law classes at a local college, and am a current member of the Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. I am also the Attorney Speaker at the Hennepin County 1-day DWI Program in Bloomington and Minneapolis.
My strengths as a lawyer are my aggressive style, my ability to focus on the important issues in the courtroom, and my research and writing abilities. In fact, other very experienced attorneys often consult my firm with regard to procedural and constitutional issues in their cases. For a free consultation, feel free to contact anytime, day or night.
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Licensed in Minnesota for 26 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of R.A. Tschida
5775 Wayzata Blvd.,, Suite 700, Minneapolis, MN, 55416
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Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | DUI & DWI
Posted by anonymous | March 26, 2026 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Impressed
Very impressed with this guy. Worked with me on payments and got my dui dropped.
Posted by Stephanie | July 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Attorney
I recently hired Rodd to support me through my DWI case. I felt lost and hopeless. Rodd helped me prepare for my court date and ensured I had the processes for getting my license and all necessary classes completed. Highly recommend!
Posted by Paolo Contreras | January 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Best DWI Lawyer
I unfortunately got into a DWI situation and I originally hired another lawyer that basically told me to plea guilty and move on. I looked for a second opinion and was recommended Rod. The moment I spoke to him he started to look for a defense and a way to make the DWI go away. He very patient and k...
Posted by Rob | December 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Had my DUI charge dismissed
Rodd was able to successfully and professionally give me top notch advice, support, and was able to confidently dismiss my DUI charge. I couldn't have asked for better legal representation, not to mention felt he genuinely cared about me and my opinions thought. Not only did he lend legal advice but ...
Posted by Rachael | October 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
DwI
He was awesome, great at communication and always being in contact with me. Knows the system very well. Helped me get my case to where I would like it to be. Got my charge lowered and get me into classes and my license back. Highly recommend
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Rodd Ahren Tschida's Lawyer Endorsements
"Rodd is one of the best criminal defense attorneys I know. He is intelligent and fights hard to reach favorable outcomes for his clients."
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"Rodd is on the short list of people who I would contact if a ever found myself or a family member needing a strong advocate. As a defense attorney myself, I mean this as high praise. If you talk to Rodd for more than 30 seconds you will see why he is considered one of the better criminal defense attorneys in the Twin Cities."
"Attorney Tschida is highly knowledgeable and experienced and an asset to his clients. I would not hesitate to refer potential clients to him."
"A top notch attorney who has great knowledge of the law. I endorse this lawyer."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I endorse Rodd. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Mr. Tschida is an excellent criminal defense attorney, and I have personally seen him at work in court. I have also had the opportunity to discuss criminal defense issues with him and he has a great ability to think outside the box and get creative in defense of his clients."
"Simply Rod is one of the most knowledgeable criminal defense lawyers in Minnesota. Whenever I have a tough case or issue regarding one of my criminal cases I call Rod for assistance. Anyone in need of criminal represenation in Minnesota should strongly consider hiring Rod."
"I've known Rodd for many years and find him to be an excellent lawyer and zealous advocate on behalf of his clients."
"Rodd is an excellent attorney. I am happy to endorse this lawyer."
"Top-notch lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I have worked with Mr. Tschida and he is a very experienced and knowledgeable defense attorney. He has demonstrated the highest level of professionalism on many occasions. I highly endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Clients Choice Award, avvo
2014
Top Contributor Award, avvo
2014
"10 Best" - Minnesota, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
1999
CALI - Top Student, Hamline University
Work Experience
2001 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of R. A. Tschida
2002 - 2006
Instructor, Globe College
2000 - 2001
Legal Editor, Legal Research Center, Inc.
1999 - 2000
Law Clerk, State Of Minnesota, Judicial Branch
1998 - 1999
Law Clerk, Mudge, Porter, Lundeen & Seguin, S.C.
Associations
2014 - 2026
Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense LawyersPrivate Attorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Ross (DWI search warrant)
Dismissed
State v. Ortiz
DWI dismissed
State v. Thao (acquittal)
Acquitted at Trial
Haase v. Comm'r. of Public Safety (appellate case)
Dismissed
State v. Wagner (appellate case)
Dismissed
Education
1999
Hamline University
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
University of Minnesota
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Hennepin County One-Day DWI Program (Attorney Speaker)
Minnesota DWI Education
2016
Hennepin County One-Day DWI Program (Attorney Speaker)
Minnesota DWI Education
2015
Hennepin County One-Day DWI Program (Attorney Speaker)
Minnesota DWI Education
2014
Hennepin County One-Day DWI Program (Attorney Speaker)
Minnesota DWI Education
N/A
Law Classes
Instructor
Publications
2014
www.mncriminallawyer.com
Advice for the DWI Midnight Caller
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
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Q&A
Arrested for suspected DUI & blood test will come back with fentanyl. What will happen at court?
29 Dec 2025
Q&A
I'm from another state, my license was clipped but not sent back to my state: i can drive in my state . Why?
15 Sep 2025
Q&A
A package full of illegal products was delivered to my home and I was arrested.
16 Aug 2025
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Minnesota's Refusal to Acknowledge the Truth about Refusal to Test
20 May 2014
Legal Guide
Minnesota's Expungement Remedy
09 Apr 2014
Legal Guide
The Right of Silence, How does it Work?
31 Mar 2014