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I am a partner at Carson, Clelland & Schreder and have been practicing law for eleven years. I started my law career working in criminal prosecution, which brought me to the Courtroom 3-4 days per week, giving me a unique comfort appearing in front of the bench that many civil practioneers do not gain. My practice has now transitioned and focuses primarily on families and their legal issues.
Working in family law my desire is to advocate for my clients, applying a sensible, pragmatic and cost-effective approach. The goal is for clients to have control of the outcome of their legal matters, which is espcially important in family matters where the legal issue is their homes, children and financial livelihood. However, I am still able to leverage my courtroom experience when settlement isn't possible and Court involvement is required. I regularly participate in mediation with the goal of minimizing legal costs while still obtaining the outcome my clients desire. My primary areas of practice are divorce, custody and parenting time matters, child support, post-decree issues, and paternity matters. I am also a Rule 114 Qualified Neutral and offer family mediation services.
When I am not working, I enjoy spending time outdoors or chasing my two children. Having a family of my own, enables me to understand how vital the issues my clients are facing.
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Posted by Josh | November 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Dawn is an Amazing Lawyer! She is very knowledgeable and explains everything in a way that people like me who are not familiar with the legal system can understand. She is caring, compassionate while also being a realist. I have already recommended a few friends to her and will continue to for anyone...
Posted by anonymous | April 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Dawn was excellent to work with in my divorce. I felt that she knew the law and what the realistic outcome would be up front which I appreciated. She's also understands financial portfolios very well and works very efficiently. I always felt confident she would get the results I wanted and she did. ...
Posted by Denise | October 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Dawn was so prepared for every meeting and I felt like her insight and direction were invaluable to me. She made the process so easy and made me feel so comfortable and at peace with the decisions we made together. I would recommend her to ANYONE!
Posted by Cheryl | May 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Dawn represented me in a divorce case. I always felt protected by the proceedings as you need an attorney that notices all the small things. None of the items in your divorce are small. Dawn has also prepared a will and healthcare directive for me. I have referred her to numerous people who have all ...
Posted by Mark | May 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Knowledge of practice: Dawn is very knowledgeable in her area of divorce and child custody. This is her professional focus and she does it extremely well. Oral and written representation of your case: Dawn did a great job of collecting necessary information and structuring that data to provid...
"I worked with Dawn Speltz as opposing counsel on a custody matter. She was a strong advocate for her client and we were able to reach an amicable solution that worked for both clients."
"I have worked on several cases with Dawn. She has always been a skilled and zealous advocate for her clients, while also being personable, professional and courteous to the other side. I endorse this attorney."
Divorce and separation lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Estate planning lawyer
Family lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2016 - Present
Partner, Carson, Clelland & Schreder
2005 - 2015
Attorney, Carson, Clelland & Schreder
2002 - 2005
Law Clerk, Carson, Clelland & Schreder
2005 - Present
Hennepin County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Anoka County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2014
Anoka County Prosecutors AssociationSecretary
2005
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English
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