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Charles Raymond Segal
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Biography
Charles has over 25 years of criminal case law experience.
"Properly defending your charges requires more than my thorough understanding of the law. I must tailor your defense to address your specific needs in addition to your specific facts. I need to get to know you and your personal situation before I can properly defend you in court. Proper representation is not measured by wins and losses. It is about getting you the best possible result. Whether a Not Guilty verdict at trial, getting the charges dismissed, or simply advocating and negotiating the best possible outcome to your case, successfully representing you means you are fully satisfied that I did everything possible to get you the best possible result in your case."
Charles has been elected a member of the Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice and and was elected MSCJ President for 2020-21. Charles is a member of the Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (MACDL) and has also lectured for LawReview CLE teaching other attorneys on the basics and intricacies of DWI defense.
Charles has been recognized as one of the Top 100 DWI attorneys in Minnesota by The National Advocacy for DUI Defense, LLC (NAFDD) and was selected as one of the Top 100 Criminal Defense lawyers in the State of Minnesota by The American Society of Legal Advocates (ASLA). He is rated by AVVO™ as a Superb 10.0 Top DUI Attorney.
Charles has handled over a thousand DWI, Traffic, Misdemeanor, and Felony Cases.
Charles grew up in Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada and in 1992 graduated from the University of Western Ontario in London, Ontario, Canada with a degree in Finance and Economics. He currently resides in Plymouth with his wife and two sons.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
75%
31 years | 1,000 cases
Criminal Defense
10%
31 years | 1,000 cases
Contracts and Agreements
5%
31 years | 1,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Minnesota for 30 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Licensed in North Dakota for 30 years
State: North Dakota
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Segal Defense, PA
3800 American Boulevard West, Bell Plaza, Suite 1500, Minneapolis, MN, 55431
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Charles Raymond Segal's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 47 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | March 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Tony
Charles was wonderful to work with! Would pick Charles in a heart beat again!
Posted by anonymous | March 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Fought for the best outcome possible.
Charles was a good lawyer. I felt that he genuinely cared about my case. he was very responsive and prompt in his work. good communicator , and did what he said he was going to do.
Posted by Ross Linnum | March 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Outstanding customer and client support second to none. Highly recommended.
Mr. Charles Segal was and is a phenomenal Attorney and has his clients best interest in mind I can’t say enough of all Charles anytime you have an opportunity to work with him would be well worth it. Respectfully Yours, Ross Linnum
Posted by Kevin | March 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great attorney
Thanks for all of your help Charles! Great advice and wonderful support. I appreciate you helping even after the case was closed. Great above and beyond experience.
Posted by Tim | July 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
I needed help
Charles legal defense helped me to resolve a very difficult situation which I had gotten myself into. He represented me for a gross misdemeanor DWI and shortly thereafter for a domestic arrest in Pine County MN. The domestic was positively resolved as a disorderly conduct and the DWI consequences w...
Charles Raymond Segal's Lawyer Endorsements
"Charles is engaging, smart, creative, well-spoken and keenly aware of his knowledge and circumstances. Charles is a quick study that lets nothing get by him. You will never catch Charles by surprise because he is without exception supremely prepared and able to deftly navigate new circumstances as they develop. Charles is the textbook example of what it really means to zealously represent clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I find Charles to be very quick and intelligent. I have observed him with clients and the understanding he shows to them is very admirable. His knowledge of the law and his quickness in recalling it is amazing. I highly endorse Charles."
"Charles is an excellent DWI practitioner and a true wizard in the area of drivers license law. He does great work for his clients and is an amazing resource for fellow lawyers."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Do not think twice about hiring Charles Segal as your criminal defense attorney. Being charged with a crime is a very serious matter and requires you to have an affordable, competent, smart, and zealous attorney at your side."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Segal is expert in his area of practice. When I speak with him or see him in court, I am always amazed at not only how competent he is, but how innovative. Anyone who retains him will get the best result possible. Jeffrey B. Ring"
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"I endorse this lawyer.Charles is a top notch DUI/Criminal defense lawyer in Minneapolis, MN."
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"I highly endorse this lawyer since I have worked with him for over 16 years and is one of the best DWI attorneys I know. I personally know that he has represented 1000's of satisfied clients."
"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 this lawyer. Tough, talented and thorough litigator."
"I endorse Mr. Segal. He is very respected in the legal community. Charles is a knowledgeable champion for his clients. He has outstanding experience and an excellent reputation in the legal community. Charles communicates with his clients in an understandable way, so that clients can make informed decisions about their cases. I would recommend him to family and friends."
"Charles is an excellent attorney and a strong advocate for his clients. He treats each of his cases as if it were his only case and is determined to obtain the best result possible for every client."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Elected President, Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice
2014
Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers in the State of Minnesota, American Society of Legal Advocates
2014
Top 100 DWI Atorneys in Minnesota, The National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2008
Who's Who in Criminal Defense, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine
2007
Who's Who in Criminal Defense, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine
2006
Who's Who in Criminal Defense, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine
1995
The Order of Barristers, University of North Dakota School of Law
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Attorney, Segal Defense, PA
1998 - 2016
Attorney, Rosenzweig | Segal
1997 - 1998
White Earth Public Defender and Hawley, MN Prosecutor, Zenas Baer & Associates
1996 - 1997
Assistant County Attorney, Cass County Attorney's Office
1995 - 1996
Law Clerk to the Honorable John P. Smith, State of Minnesota Ninth Judicial District
Associations
2015 - Present
Minnesota Society for Criminal JusticePresident ( 2020-21)
2013 - Present
Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (MACDL)Attorney Member
2009 - Present
United States District Court for the District of MinnesotaAttorney
1997 - Present
United States District Court for the District of North DakotaAttorney
2011 - 2012
HCBA - Misdemeanor Defense ProjectAttorney Member
2009 - 2010
Lawyer Referral and Information ServicesAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Minnesota v. Christopher B.
Dismissed by Motion of the Prosecution
Education
1995
University of North Dakota School of Law
Juris Doctorate with Distinction
1992
University of Western Ontario
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
DWI Defense Seminar
DWI Defense
2011
Handling Your First DUI Case
Handling Your First DWI Case
Languages
French
Hebrew
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Very short notice. Trying to leave state for Christmas. Cannot reach Probation Officer. Minnesota DWI probation.
24 Dec 2016
Q&A
Can people with DUI enter Canada...if not, is it just via car or planes and trains. Is there a waiver to enter?
01 Dec 2014
Q&A
What is wrong with Minnesota's stalking law?
29 Nov 2014