David John Risk

David John Risk

4.9
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 26 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Bloomington, MN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

7900 Xerxes Ave South, Suite 1700, Bloomington, MN

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 26 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1999

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Halberg Criminal Defense

7900 Xerxes Ave South, Suite 1700, Bloomington, MN, 55431

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David John Risk's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Adam | April 22, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Superb Lawyer

I was represented by Mr. Risk in a matter that thankfully didn't end up in court. I was very impressed by Mr. Risk's knowledge and an immediate game plan for defending my rights and innocence. I was innocent of the allegations against me and I have no doubt Mr. Risk's aggressive defense and game pl...an even in the investigative stage assisted in my being exonerated. I very much recommend Mr. Risk and his firm if you are in need of top notch criminal defense.

Posted by Vicki | April 13, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Most honorable attorney I've ever met.

I found myself in a situation where I needed the best of the best attorney. Dave was understanding, knew every aspect of the law. Worked very hard to get me out of the situation which he succeed 100%. Since I am a slower learner I ended up in the same situation a 2nd time. Dave's first response to me... was "Vicki I do not like repeat business. I like referrals. Again, his knowledge, compassion and hard work helped me once again. Dave was a key person to me getting my life on track. Not to get me out of trouble but to keep me out of trouble. I am proud to call Dave ever year on April 14th starting with the year 2008 to let him know I have yet another year of sobriety. By the grace of God it will be 8 years in 3 days. Dave has gone above and beyond for me. Again, he saved my life in more ways than one. I have such respect and admiration for this man. Please believe every word I say. When you are in need of an attorney I highly recommend Dave Risk. Thank you Dave for all that you have done for me.

Posted by Justine | March 18, 2011 | Criminal Defense

Thanks David for defending my case!

Dear Dave Risk, an excellent Minneapolis criminal lawyer and DWI attorney. Just a big note of thanks for all your help with my daughter’s case. You did a great job, well worth my saying it. I wish you and yours the very best.

Posted by anonymous | April 27, 2010 | Drug Crime

Technically knowledgeable and very friendly

Dave represented me on a drug case. He is knowledgeable on the technical aspects of the law. Constitutional rights issues and so forth. My case did not offer much wiggle-room for him to work with as an attorney, but I was impresses at how many different avenues he explored in trying to get the case d...ismissed. As the case panned out, I chose to take a plea deal in my best interest. (the alternative was much less appealing) The plea deal wasn't as good as I have seen in other cases, BUT I need to say I don't know if this was because of shortcomings on Dave's part in negotiating - or simply a tough prosecutor who wouldn't back down. Dave is a wonderfully friendly guy who doesn't shy away from constant communication and questions from his client. I bugged him with calls and questions all the time and he was always happy to answer. He is the type of attorney I might even invite to my own back yard barbecue and enjoy his company.

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Tina Appleby

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Dave Risk to anyone because of his experience and intellectual approach to everything --- he's an attorney who often thinks of something that another attorney has not --- which often results in fantastic victories. On top of that, he has a calm, stable, strong presence that anyone facing jail time would appreciate. (I'm sure that his wife and their four smart and sweet little girls do also!)"

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Lee Orwig

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dave has one of the sharpest legal minds out there. His ability to understand the law allows him to find legal issues that other lawyers would most certainly miss and use those issues to get very favorable results for his clients."

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Jeremy Kaschinske

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dave is, without question, the smartest lawyer I know. The knowledge he has about criminal law and DWI law is second to none. His personable approach, effective advocacy and intelligence make him the total package. I don't think there is a problem or scenario that would stump him. Simply amazing-anyone would be lucky to have him in their corner."

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Andrew Wilson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Dave is a phenomenal attorney and advocates tenaciously on behalf of his clients. Dave comfortably handles even the most complicated, nuanced legal issues."

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Andrew Wilson

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2008

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2006

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2004

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

1999

Magna Cum Laude, William Mitchell College of Law

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Partner, Halberg Criminal Defense

2005 - 2013

Attorney, Caplan Law Firm, PA

1999 - 2005

Attorney, Ramsey County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2005 - Present

Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice

Member

2005 - Present

Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2014 - 2015

Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice

President

2013 - 2014

Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice

Vice President

Education

1999

William Mitchell College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Carleton College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

U.S. Supreme Court's Big New Decisions

Cell Phone Searches

2014

DWI Defense A to Z

DWI Defense

2013

The U.S. Supreme Court's Big New Decisions

4th Amendment Consequences of GPS tracking

Publications

2013

The Challenger (MACDL Magazine) Have Faith: Breath, Blood and Urine Tests implicate the 4th Amendment

Languages

English

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