Virginia Barron

Virginia Barron

also known as Ginny Barron, Virginia Marie Barron

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Westbrook, MN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI

642 7th Street, Po Box 254, Westbrook, MN

About Virginia

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 19 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2006

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Virginia Barron

642 7th Street, Po Box 254, Westbrook, MN, 56183

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Virginia Barron's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

43 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | DUI & DWI

Posted by Brian | June 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Highly Recommend

I was in need of legal help in the spring of 2018 for a dui charge that I had gotten. This was my first legal trouble and was very upsetting as to what was going on. Ginny calmly explained things to me and did her best to make a bad situation a bit easier to go through. Ginny thoroughly looked all th...e evidence over and decided on the best coarse of action to follow, then ultimately gave me the chioce of what we do. We then proceeded and she worked out the best possible agreement with the court and made things as easy on me as possible. She definitely knows what she is doing and I would highly recommend her services !!

Posted by Tyson | November 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Amazing Lawyer

When faced with my first DUI charge, Ginny helped not only to explain each the charges against me, but also the seriousness of each charge and chances of getting it dismissed in court. I chose to go for a plea bargain, and she managed to get the charge dropped down to a mere reckless driving. If you'...re looking for legal help, Ginny is worth every cent and more.

Posted by Thany | November 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Passionate and empathetic

Being a third time DWI offender I was overwhelmed with emotions about the possible outcome. Contacting Ginny after I was release was one of the best decisions of made. She provided clairity with regards to the law and guidence to what I needed to do get my license back. I had no issues communicati...ng via phone, text or email. She did not promise me anything but I felt at ease knowing that she was handling my case.

Posted by Corey | September 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Simply the best

I needed an attorney to help me with a complex DUI case. It was going to be a little tricky since I do not reside in Minnesota. I had contacted several attorney's that either did not return my call, or did not answer me back. When I contacted Virginia, she called me back within an hour and agreed to... consult me on the phone, free of charge, about my case. I didn't want an attorney to tell me what I wanted to hear. Virginia was up front and honest, but was pleasant to put your nerves at ease. I could tell in the short time I talked to her, Virginia was genuinely concerned and helpful for my case. After I retained Virginia, and she had more information, she was very responsive and communicated to me from beginning to end solutions and strategies on how we should proceed. I count my blessings that I didn't go with another attorney because Virginia negotiated the best outcome I could have recieved. She also worked hard for a quicker resolution since I was home for my father's funeral and this would help me financially to alleviate future travel expenses and missing work. I'm grateful for her. If anyone is reading this should know, take it from me, hire Virginia for any type of case you may be involved in. You will have an attorney and the peace of mind knowing you have someone who will negotiate and fight hard for you.

Posted by Jodi | March 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Competent and Experienced

Ginnie was my Public Defender for my 2nd DWI. She was very kind and caring. She also negotiated a plea bargain which helped me repay my debt to society by working community service instead of doing jail time. She was very knowledgeable regarding the statutes which also allowed for me to get the as...sistance I needed, as I did not have the financial means to do so. Ginnie went above and beyond for me and also faxed a document to the DVS so I could get my driver's license back and pay only partial payment of the reinstatement fee up front and then the remaining amount over the next 3 years. The plea bargain for this 2nd DWI was better than the one I received on my 1st DWI. She also advised me regarding what I would have faced and would face if I ever received another DWI, which prompted me to go into alcohol treatment, I am currently 8 months sober and counting! Thank you Ginnie for everything!

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Virginia Barron's Lawyer Endorsements

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Forest Morgan

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ginny is a smart and driven attorney whom I am happy to endorse. Any client would be lucky to have Ginny as their lawyer."

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Steven Forrest

Family lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2013

North Star Lawyer, Minnesota State Bar Association

2006

Law School Public Service Program Certificate, Minnesota Justice Foundation

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Part Time Assistant Public Defender, State Of Minnesota Board Of Public Defense

2012 - Present

Attorney, Barron Law Office

2006 - 2012

Law Clerk, State of Minnesota 5th Judicial District

2004 - 2006

Student Certified Attorney, Office Of The Minneapolis City Attorney

2002 - 2006

Senior Conflicts Specialist, Dorsey & Whitney, LLP

Associations

2015 - Present

American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys

Member

2015 - Present

American Society of Legal Advocates

Member

2014 - Present

The National Trial Lawyers - Top 100 Trial Lawyer

Member

2013 - Present

Westbrook Walnut Grove School Board

School Board Member

2013 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2013 - Present

Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2010 - Present

Westbrook Legal Self Help Center

Founder

2007 - Present

Minnesota Judicial Branch Children's Justice initiative

Team Member

2006 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2014

Minnesota State Bar Association, 13th District Bar Association

President

2012 - 2013

Minnesota State Bar Association, 13th District Bar Association

Vice President

2012 - 2015

Minnesota Cornerstone Drug Court

Team Member

2008 - 2015

Minnesota State Bar Association, 13th District Bar Association, Ethics Committee

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. M.M.

Not guilty verdicts

State v. A.A.

Case dismissed.

State v. L.A.

Case dismissed.

State v. J.B.

plea to a petty misdemeanor

State v. K.B.

Not guilty verdict.

State v. J.B.

Case dismissed.

State v. V.C.

Not guilty verdict on felony charge.

State v. T.K.

Case dismissed.

State v. V.C.

Case dismissed.

State v. B.D.

Case dismissed.

State v. K.D.

Case dismissed.

State v. J.B.

Case dismissed.

State v. R.E.

Case was dismissed

State v. T.P.

Case dismissed.

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Education

2006

William Mitchell College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2008

Crystal Meth Video Project - Westbrook Walnut Grove School District

Crystal Meth

Languages

English

Activity

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