Mark Edward Betters

Mark Edward Betters

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Family Lawyer at Mankato, MN
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense

124 East Walnut Street, Suite 250, Mankato, MN

About Mark

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 35%

Also considered "family law," divorce encompasses property distribution, alimony, child custody, parenting time, as well as restraining orders.

22 years

35%
Family 35%

Family Law: Adoption to Divorce. Includes Custody, Divorce, Child Support, Maintenance (alimony), Parenting time, Restraining Orders, Farm Divorces, and more.

22 years

35%
Criminal Defense 30%

Criminal: DWI to Homicide. Includes Felony/Misdemeanor DWI, Assault, Sexual Misconduct, Theft, Jury Trials, Appeals, Constitutional Rights, and more.

22 years

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 20 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2005

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Betters Weinandt Attorneys at Law

124 East Walnut Street, Suite 250, Mankato, MN, 56001

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Mark Edward Betters's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by Steve | December 01, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Highly Recommended

When I got charged, I feel like I talked to every attorney in Southern Minnesota. Mark was patient from the beginning and was completely open about his fees and his thoughts on the legal process that I would face. I hired him and it was the best decision I made. He found problems with the case tha...t I would have never known about. When there were things that I didn't understand, he took the time to walk me through the explanation. I always appreciated that he wasn't afraid to give me "bad news." Fortunately, he was also able to give me great news when all the charges I was facing were dismissed after a hearing where Mark argued that the charges violated my rights.

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Mark Edward Betters's Lawyer Endorsements

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Penny Ayers

Family lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Attorney Betters took time out of his day to help a potential client, who wasn't paying him, to help figure out a complex jurisdictional matter. I respect his drive to help a client, his dedication and his understanding of the law. I endorse this attorney."

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Jill Baker-Jueneman

Unknown lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elizabeth Weinandt

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"I whole-heartedly endorse this lawyer. He is the ultimate professional; experienced; zealous; and ethical."

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Beth Serrill

Family lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is an excellent attorney and community member. I feel very confident referring clients and friends to him."

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Kellen Fish

Family lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"When an attorney refers an individual to another attorney, they put their own reputation on the line. I have, and will continue to refer individuals to Mark Betters based on his honesty, integrity and care for each client he has."

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Christian Henjum

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is the rare attorney that has a passion for the law, the experience that allows him to win, and the character that protects his clients. In particular, although he practices in many areas of law where clients often are vulnerable, Mark has a reputation of being extremely fair, candid, and ethical. These are traits that -- combined with his wealth of experience and skill -- make Mark an awesome lawyer."

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Wade Abed

Family lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Patrick Casey

Family lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mark is both professional and a zealous advocate. He does a great job for his clients. I endorse Mark Betters."

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William Housley

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tough, talented and thorough litigator."

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Penny Ayers

Child custody lawyer

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James Fleming

Criminal defense lawyer

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Charles Kenyon

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Housley

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Sixth District Bar Association President Recognition, Sixth District Bar Association

2009

Robert Gibson Outstanding Juvenile Lawyer, Fifth District Public Lawyers Office

2005

Graduating Magna Cum Laude, Hamline University School of Law

2004

Award Winning Oral Argument - Regionals, International Jessup Moot Court

2003

Hamline University School of Law - Law Journal, Hamline University School of Law

1996

Student of the Year, University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point, Music/Arts Department

1995

Dean's List - all semesters, University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point

1991

Student Scholarship Recipient, University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Attorney at Law, Betters Weinandt Attorneys at Law

2005 - 2009

Attorney at Law, Manahan & Bluth, Law Office Chartered

2004 - 2005

Law Clerk, Steve Fiebiger and Associates

Associations

2013 - Present

Children's Justice Initiative

Member/Participant

2005 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Sixth District Bar Association

Former President / Current Member

2005 - Present

MSBA - Family Law Section

Member

2005 - 2014

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

DWI - post driving consumption

License reinstated - Charges Dismissed

Grandparent Custody

Successfully obtained child custody

Juvenile Criminal - EJJ

Successful Appeals

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Education

2005

Hamline University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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