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Christina Zauhar
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About Christina
Biography
Christina Zauhar is a defense attorney with the Halberg Criminal Defense law firm in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Passionate about protecting her clients' rights, she works hard to ensure her clients receive a fair trial, aggressively challenging the prosecution's evidence in order to obtain the most favorable outcome possible for those she serves. Through her efforts, she has successfully defended numerous clients against all types of criminal charges, including DWI, assault and domestic assault, malicious punishment of a child, criminal sexual conduct, and murder.
After receiving her Bachelor of Arts in 2009 from Hamline University, Ms. Zauhar attended what is now Mitchell Hamline School of Law, obtaining her Juris Doctor in 2012. The Minnesota State Bar Association admitted her to practice that same year, and Ms. Zauhar joined Halberg Criminal Defense, where she focuses solely on criminal law.
Along with her law degree, she also received her certification in advocacy and problem solving from Hamline University School of Law, enabling her to devise more creative defense strategies and negotiate better terms on behalf of her clients.
Dedicated to her practice, Ms. Zauhar is active in several professional legal organizations, including the Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Minnesota Women Lawyers, the Minnesota State Bar Association, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Recognized for her extensive knowledge of DWI laws, she regularly contributes to Minnesota DWI Deskbook, a comprehensive reference guide used by prosecutors, judges and defense attorneys throughout the state. She is co-author of Minnesota's Rape Shield Law: A Sword for Prosecutors, A Blow to Defendants' Constitutional Rights published in the Mitchell Hamline Law Review. She has also published articles in Attorney at Law Magazine and other legal publications.
An accomplished speaker as well as an author, she has delivered lectures on a variety of legal topics including expungement law, discrimination in the criminal justice system, and the Minnesota "Rape Shield" laws.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Wisconsin for 3 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 2022
No misconduct found
Licensed in Minnesota for 13 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Halberg Criminal Defense
Fax
7900 Xerxes Avenue South, Suite 1700, Bloomington, MN, 55431
halbergdefense.comOnline Presence
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Christina Zauhar's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 18 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | March 2, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Awesome attorney and team
We are so thankful that we hired Christina and her team to defend our son on his DUI and Gun Charge. Christina's team did their research and were able to get the gun charge dropped from a felony to a gross misdemeanor and were able to negotiate a plea deal that was acceptable and fit the crime. Chris...
Posted by anonymous | September 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Felony Prostitution Charge: Unanimous Verdict- NOT GUILTY
Mrs. Zauhar represented me in a felony prostitution charge which I pleaded not guilty. She enhanced my defense with a solid expert testimony that educated the jury about a complex topic and made a passionate argument at trial. I am eternally grateful for her professional and emotional assistan...
Posted by Dorothy | August 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Wonderful representation
Christina has been an awesome lawyer!! She was there for us and stood by us. She treated the case as an individual and not like other cases similar. Very grateful for her knowledge, kindness and understanding. I will definitely return to her if needed. A big thank you to Christina!!
Posted by John | May 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Eleven out of Ten
I hired Christina Zauhar to represent me for a DWI case. An attorney is essential, and as complicated and time consuming as the process is, a paid attorney is better. She was highly recommended, and I enthusiastically add my recommendation to the list. She obtained for me an excellent resolution to ...
Posted by Jeffrey | March 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Peace of mind
Christina has been incredibly helpful from the first phone call until my case was closed. She was able to work out a great deal for my case while being a helpful, informed resource throughout the process. I am very glad I was able to work with her as she provided a lot of peace of mind through the e...
Christina Zauhar's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have recommended numerous clients to Ms. Zauhar, and she has done an excellent job handling their matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. Christina works extremely hard for her clients and does whatever is necessary to attain the best possible outcome."
"Christina is a strong advocate for her clients and is there when they need her most. I would highly recommend Christina."
"I’ve had the pleasure of working with Ms. Zauhar and she is an exceptional lawyer. She is well versed in the law, a great communicator, and best of all a tough advocate for her clients. Anyone stuck in a situation where they need a criminal defense attorney would be lucky to have her on your side fighting for you."
"Christina is amazing. At first I knew her as a very dedicated and diligent researcher and writer. Then I watched as she evolved into a great trial lawyer as well! The woman does not shy away from anything and has received numerous favorable comments from many, including judges that have seen her in action. I have no doubt that Christina will enjoy a quickly-deserved great reputation in the legal community for many many years to come!"
"Christina is a hard-working and diligent attorney. She cares a lot about her clients and does everything that she can to make sure that she obtains the best results possible. She is an excellent trial attorney and has obtained numerous not-guilty verdicts in the courtroom."
"I went to law school with Christina and know that she has a reputation in the community as being an effective advocate for her clients in all matter of criminal disputes."
"Christina is a smart, fierce advocate for her clients. Talented and enthusiastic, Christina is the person to trust when the stakes are highest. I strongly endorse her."
"Ms Zauhar is a very skilled criminal defense attorney. I have worked with her on a number of high level criminal cases. I know she has won numerous jury trials in the last several years. I recently worked with her as co counsel on a criminal sexual conduct case (rape) that she won with the jury returning verdicts of not guilty on all counts."
"I've referred clients to Christina in the past for criminal defense matters; clients who have been very happy with her representation. She is a good attorney."
"Christina was a law school classmate of mine and we have stayed in touch since graduation. She is extremely knowledgeable, a zealous advocate, and as genuine a person as you will find. I have referred her to clients of mine throughout the years and intend to do so for years to come."
"Christina is a tenacious trial attorney and superb advocate for her client's. I whole-heartedly endorse this attorney."
"Christina is a superb trial attorney who has an amazing way with the jury. She takes an energized approach to using every angle to help her clients reach the best possible result. Whether she is negotiating a case with a prosecutor or arguing for a case to be dismissed by a Judge, Christina's command of the courtroom puts her clients in an excellent position."
"Christina is a highly skilled and dedicated attorney. Highly recommended."
"I absolutely endorse this lawyer. She is a fantastic advocate for her clients. I have personally witnessed numerous not guilty verdicts for cases she has taken to trial. Anyone would be lucky to have her in their corner!"
"Christina is an absolutely phenomenal attorney. She is dedicated to achieving the best possible results for every one of her clients. Her writing is fantastic. Easily one of the up-and-coming greats in Minnesota."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2025
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Top Lawyers: Criminal Defense, Minnesota Monthly
2023
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2022
Top Lawyers: Criminal Defense, Minnesota Monthly
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Up and Coming Attorney, Minnesota Lawyer
2017
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2011
CALI Excellence for the Future Award (Arbitration), Hamline University School of Law
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Partner, Halberg Criminal Defense
2012 - Present
Attorney, Halberg Criminal Defense
2011 - 2011
Law Clerk, Michael M. Bader, LLC
2011 - 2012
Law Clerk, Halberg Criminal Defense
2010 - 2010
Independent Research Intern, National Lawyers Guild
2010 - 2013
Guardian Ad Litem, Ramsey County District Court
2010 - 2010
Legal Intern, Thomson Reuters
2010 - 2010
Legal Intern, Walling, Berg & Debele, PA
2009 - 2009
Judicial Intern, Ramsey County District Court
Associations
2025 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2021 - Present
Minnesota Society for Criminal JusticeMember
2012 - Present
Minnesota Women LawyersMember
2012 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2022
Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2012 - 2015
Hennepin County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2010
National Lawyers GuildStudent Member
2009 - 2012
American Bar AssociationStudent Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Acquittal
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Acquittal
Acquittal
Acquittal
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Acquittal
Acquittal
Acquittal
Acquittal
Acquittal
Education
2012
J.D., Certificate in Advocacy and Problem Solving
2009
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2025
2023
2022
Ignition Interlock
2022
2021
Rape Shield Law
2021
Rape Shield Law Update
2019
Ignition Interlock
2018
2018
2017
DWI's in Minnesota
2017
Expungement Update
2016
Discrimination in the Criminal Justice System
2016
Landmines of Expungement
2015
Veteran's Court
2014
The New Expungement Law CLE
Publications
2025
2024
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2020
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2013
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Should the civil forfeiture record get expunged with the criminal record???
08 Jan 2019
How much is a ticket for talking on your phone with a cdl in a commercial vehicle in mn cost?
23 May 2017
This is more of a curiosity, but could Cinderella's stepmother be arrested and jailed for any crimes?
23 May 2017