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Maria Teresa Trafton
also known as Maria Miller
About Maria
Biography
Maria Miller (Trafton) is an attorney licensed to practice law in the State of Minnesota. Maria received her Juris Doctor degree from William Mitchell College of Law in St. Paul, Minnesota where she graduated Cum Laude. She received her undergraduate degree in Global Studies from the University of Minnesota. Originally from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Maria moved to the Twin Cities to attend college. In her free time, Maria enjoys spending time working on do-it-yourself projects, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.
Maria has held numerous legal positions in both immigration and family law. While attending law school, Maria participated in William Mitchell’s Immigration Clinic where she handled a variety of different immigration cases. Maria was also a member of the Re-Entry Clinic where she worked on divorce cases and child custody cases. In addition, Maria was the Family Law Clinic Director for the Self-Help Clinic at William Mitchell College of law. Since graduating from law school, Maria has worked as a volunteer attorney with Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid where she works on immigration and family law cases.
Maria has always had a strong desire to advocate for others who do not have equal access to the legal system. As a student she logged over 500 hours volunteering with the Minnesota Justice Foundation helping low-income clients. Her passion and dedication to helping others will make her fight hard for your case.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Immigration
75%
13 years
Criminal Defense
25%
12 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Minnesota for 11 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2014
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Location
Cundy and Martin, LLC
7900 Xerxes Avenue South, Suite 220, Bloomington, MN, 55431
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Posted by Ashish | October 04, 2018 | Immigration
GREAT ATTORNEY!
I have consulted Maria, and her firm on my Citizenship application. My application needed some research on an issue. Maria dealt with my application in most professional way. She researched the issue, and made application for citizenship. She was present with me at my citizenship interview. When...
Posted by anonymous | May 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Great Experience
Maria was professional, knowledgeable, and approachable. She did a great job of answering questions, explaining things, and ultimately helping me achieve a successful outcome in my situation. I recommend her.
Posted by anonymous | March 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Maria Teresa Trafton is more than a lawyer she is a super lawyer.
My case was combined criminal and immigration. Maria knows what she is doing. The firm where she works charges the amount that you sign to charge no hidden fees (we should learn how to read a document or contract before signed it). It is really sad that some ignorants want to give a bad reputation t...
Posted by karina | April 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
trafton
Went above and beyond! Worked weekends and late nights. Never gave up. Researched and looked for other ways to win the case. Always one step ahead of the game and Always had plan B for all outcomes.
Maria Teresa Trafton's Lawyer Endorsements
"Maria is our firm's primary contact for immigration issues."
"Any inquiry I have regarding immigration law, I contact Maria."
"I had the pleasure of attending law school with Maria and have maintained a professional relationship since that time. Maria is a highly intelligent and caring attorney. Anyone lucky enough to call Maria their attorney is in great hands."
"Maria truly cares about her clients and their unique situations, which is reflected in the outcomes she is able to achieve. A smart and passionate attorney with a strong work ethic."
"I have personally witnessed Maria working tirelessly for her clients. She is well versed in immigration laws and I am more than confident referring clients of mine to her who need immigration assistance."
"Experienced in a wide variety of matters, including removal defense, asylum, and post-conviction relief."
"Maria is a rising star in the field of law. I fully endorse this up and coming attorney."
Nicholas Leverson
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
North Star Lawyers, Minnesota Bar Assoication
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Associate Attorney, Cundy and Martin, LLC
2014 - 2015
Volunteer Attorney, Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid
2013 - 2014
Student Attorney, Ramsey County Public Defender's Office
Associations
2014 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Minnesota Women LawyersMember
2011 - 2014
Minnesota State Bar AssociationNLA: CLE Vice Chair
Sample of Legal Cases
From Deportation to Citizenship
Citizenship
Education
2014
William Mitchell College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers