Michael Dean Schatz

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Michael Dean Schatz

4.8
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 15 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Rochester, MN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation

44 4th St. SE, Rochester, MN

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 65%

65%
Personal Injury 20%

20%
Workers Compensation 15%

15%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023 2022 2020
Silver Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 15 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2010

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Schatz Law Firm

44 4th St. SE, Rochester, MN, 55904

schatzlawmn.com/

Michael Dean Schatz's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

32 Client Reviews

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Posted by nicole | March 21, 2017

highly recommend

mike went above and beyond representing me in my case. i had complete trust in him. i would recommend him to anyone.

Posted by Kent | January 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination

Wrongfully terminated from my Employer

When I was discriminated by my former employer, and let go I didn't know what my options were? I found Michael in the phone book, gave him a call. Michael was very upfront with me on my options. Michael defended my rights, when I didn't know if I had any rights. He was always respectful of my opinion...s, thoughts and beliefs. Michael represented my case with insight and professionalism. Thank You! If you think you have been wrongfully treated, I would recommend Michael Schatz to represent you.

Posted by Serena | December 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Licensing

Daycare License reinstated

Mike helped me get my daycare license back after I accidentally forgot about a child in my care. I was told it would be very difficult but I needed to try, and with Mikes help I am now doing what I love. It will be 39 years soon and it was important and Mike worked hard for me.

Posted by Ellen | November 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

In need of a Compitent, Agressive, Personal Injury Attorney? Use Michael Schatz

Hired Mr. Schatz after working with another attorney for four years, without the expected progress. After just two years, Mr. Schatz was not only able to settle my case, but was able to get me very satisfactory results. This was a difficult case, due to preexisting conditions. Michael Schatz was ...not afraid to hear, take on, or proceed with these challenges at hand. He did more in 3 months, the other guy did in 4 years. I would STONGLEY recommend to anyone who finds themselves in need of a personal injury attorney, NOT to pass this guy up!

Posted by Nikki | January 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Mike Schatz review

Mike was very good about explaining everything. He did so in a way that you didnt have to have a law degree to understand. He explained what your options were and the possible outcome of them. He didnt tell me what I had to do and was very supportive in taking the case to trial. In the end all my ...charges got dropped 4 days before trial! He was very good about returning calls and emails.

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Michael Dean Schatz's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joachim Marjon

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have practice law for the last 10 years in both Minnesota and New Mexico. During this time I have rarely encountered attornies who are as competent and driven to win as Michael Schatz. I recommend him greatly."

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Dana Kinsella

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is a fantastic lawyer who really cares about his clients. I would recommend him to anyone looking for help in the Rochester greater area!"

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Daniel Donnelly

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have known Mike Schatz for several years now. He is a very intelligent and experienced criminal defense attorney."

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William Murray

Criminal defense lawyer

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Dana Kinsella

Criminal defense lawyer

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Adam Houck

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Attorney, Schatz Law Firm

2016 - 2018

Attorney, Donnelly Law Office

2010 - 2010

Certified Student Attorney, Ramsey County Attorney's Office

2010 - 2015

Attorney, Adams, Rizzi & Sween, PA

2008 - 2010

Law Clerk, Walsh Law Firm

Associations

2015 - Present

Olmsted County Bar Association

2012 - Present

Minnesota Association for Justice

2010 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Foundation

2010 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association, 10th District Bar Association

2010 - Present

American Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Minnesota v. Obuey Abella Thowl, A13-1978

Dissmissal after appeal

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Education

2010

Hamline University School of Law

JD

2006

University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire

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