Eric John Nelson

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Eric John Nelson

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

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

7900 Xerxes Avenue South, Suite 1700, Bloomington, MN

Virtual Consultation Available

About Eric

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

100%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2016

Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 18 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2007

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Minnesota for 24 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2001

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Halberg Criminal Defense

7900 Xerxes Avenue South, Suite 1700, Bloomington, MN, 55431-4429

halbergdefense.com

Eric John Nelson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Tony | May 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

AAA+ Defense

Attorney Eric Nelson has been assigned the highest rating based on my interactions with him regarding several legal issues. Attorney Nelson has consistently demonstrated that he has an outstanding knowledge of the law. He communicates very well with his client and is highly responsive. Attorney Nelso...n maintains the highest level of integrity and provides sound advice. He is also empathetic and supportive during difficult and challenging times. Based on past experience the entre Halberg Defense team is very responsive and will leverage peer expert resources that cover all aspect of criminal law. I have no reservation about Attorney Nelson's ability to provide excellent counsel for his clients. I highly recommend Attorney Nelson to anyone who is considering him as their attorney.

Posted by Gary | November 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

THE VERY BEST!!!

My family and I have retained Eric many times over the last 10 years. I've been exposed to many lawyers in my career, but Eric has always stood out as the best. Think well trained pit-bull crossed with Einstein. He's tenacious, smart and tireless. He always keeps you informed, involves you in str...ategic choices and never sways from his zealous advocacy of you - seemingly the most important person in his life. He knows when to go to trial, when to settle, and when to plea bargain. One of the smartest people I've ever met. He has my highest and most enthusiastic recommendation. You'll never regret retaining him.

Posted by anonymous | November 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Always have the best in your corner!

No one ever wants to be in court. Well reality is that it can happen to you. I have been fortunate enough to have had Eric represent me. He saved me from facing some charges that I can say that I am ashamed of. If you want someone to look out for your best interest then get Eric in your corner.

Posted by Chris | October 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great lawyer, great person

I hired Eric after my arrest on controlled substance theft. I had gotten addicted to painkillers and then obtained some illegally. Eric was very professional, always available to my wife and to me when we had questions. He got me the best outcome I could have expected. He is a great lawyer. In addit...ion, he is a great person. As you might expect, this was a really terrible time for me and for my family. He helped me to get help for my addiction and was very comforting and reassuring to my family during the months of the arrest and trial. My wife and I felt that we were in good hands the whole time. I hope your life never takes the turn mine did, but if it does, I highly recommend Eric as a great lawyer and a great person to have by your side.

Posted by Mike | October 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Eric Nelson review

Eric did an outstanding job handling my case. He took a personal interest in my case and my life, and I am better off for it. I couldn't of asked for a better lawyer, or a better outcome. Thank you Eric.

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Eric John Nelson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tina Appleby

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Eric Nelson his entire legal career and have witnessed him blossom into what is absolutely one of the top-tier courtroom litigators in the State of Minnesota. He has excellent advocacy and trial skills and is very bright. Eric Nelson is also a great husband, father and son --- he has all the qualities that any accused person could want in their lawyer."

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Lee Orwig

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Eric cares a lot about his clients. He is one of the hardest-working lawyers in the community and prepares diligently for each and every case. He is an excellent trial attorney and negotiator."

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Jeremy Kaschinske

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I absolutely endorse this lawyer. In person I witnessed one of the best closing arguments I have ever seen in a high profile murder case. He achieved Not Guilty verdicts on all counts. It was incredible. Numerous other examples but that one comes to mind first. Excellent attorney!"

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Andrew Wilson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Eric is easily one of the top criminal defense lawyers in Minnesota. He is tenacious and an incredible advocate. Would highly recommend to anyone in need of criminal defense."

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Derek Patrin

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've worked in the same firm with Eric and seen him in action. He cares about his clients with a passion you don't see often in defense attorneys. Eric is also well liked by his peers, by opposing attorneys, and by judges. His integrity shines through and it carries over to his clients. A great family man and a great friend. I highly recommend Eric Nelson."

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Willow Anderson

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Lee Orwig

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Debbie Lang

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeremy Kaschinske

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christina Zauhar

Criminal defense lawyer

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Andrew Wilson

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2018

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

Hanson Memorial Advocates Prize, Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2013

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2012

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2011

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2010

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2009

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2008

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2007

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2006

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2005

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Founding Partner, Halberg Criminal Defense

2001 - 2005

Attorney, Allan Caplan & Associates

2001 - 2001

Judicial Law Clerk, First Judicial District, State Of Minnesota

Associations

2015 - Present

Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2012 - Present

Douglas K. Amdahl American Inn of Court

Member

2011 - Present

Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2005 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Wisconsin v. Acre-Kendall

Not Guilty

State of Minnesota v. Amy Senser

Guilty

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Education

2001

Hamline University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Eastern University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Douglas K. Amdahl American Inn of Court

Direct Examination Topics Panel Discussion

2014

Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice

Cell Site Analysis

2012

Criminal Justice Institute

Wisconsin OWI Law

2008

Criminal Justice Institute

SDP/SPP Civil Commitment Overview

2007

Criminal Justice Institute

Manufacture of Methamphetamine

Publications

2003

DWI Deskbook Drug Recognition Experts

Languages

English

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