Jonathan Matthew Holson

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Jonathan Matthew Holson

also known as Matt Holson

4.7
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 22 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Saint Cloud, MN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, Sex Crime ... +2 more

15 8th Avenue North, Saint Cloud, MN

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About Jonathan

Biography

Protecting Your Rights Under Minnesota Law

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 65%

21 years | 6,000 cases

65%
DUI and DWI 10%

21 years | 2,500 cases

10%
Sex Crime 10%

21 years | 500 cases

10%
Violent Crime 10%

21 years | 3,000 cases

10%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 5%

21 years | 1,500 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2026 2024 2023
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+ 1
Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2025 2024 2023
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+ 5

Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 22 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2003

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Kenneth L. Wilson

15 8th Avenue North, Saint Cloud, MN, 56303

KenWilsonLaw.com

Jonathan Matthew Holson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

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Posted by Dennis Stawski | June 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Criminal Case

Matthew was very professional and knowledgeable when it came time to go to the court dates. Very respectful and straight to the point. Price was more than fair and will recamonded anyone I know to Matt! Thank you again for a great experience!

Posted by Jacob | February 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very thorough

Jonathan represented me last minute for my court case after my previous lawyer took a leave of absence. I was extremely nervous about the situation and the possible outcome but Jonathan was confident and thorough about getting brought up to speed on my case and helped me out immensely. I would not he...sitate to ask him to represent me again if the need ever arises.

Posted by anonymous | February 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Easy to work with

I had a case involving a traffic citation that if it had gone through what it had significant implications for me. He sat down with me explain my options and helps me through the whole entire process answering any questions I had promptly. I would highly suggest him and would use him again although I... hope that i do not need to

Posted by Gary | January 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

Financial Exploitation of a Vulnerable Adult

I was accused of financial exploitation of my Dad who is a vulnerable adult. We met with our attorney 3 times. He was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. Our attorney accompanied us to a meeting with the County social worker to address the issues that I was being accused of. We ans...wered all the questions and it was found that there was no evidence of this accusation. Our attorney provided follow-up documentation in a timely manner.

Posted by anonymous | October 07, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Cookie Cutter Defense Seconded

I found Mr. Holson somewhat competent in his area of expertise but he won’t do one ounce more for your case.The outcome will be the offer you received from the prosecutor before you retained Mr. Holson. Mr. Holson is completely satisfied with that, he is not the go getter fight for your client type o...f attorney. If you want to pay someone for court date reminders he’s the guy for you, as that is about all you get out of him.So keep your $5000 and take the offer from the prosecutor.

Jonathan Holson

Replied last October 08, 2024

I'm sorry if you are unhappy with the outcome of your case. I would be more than happy to discuss your concerns. Please feel free to shoot me a call or an email and we discuss your case.

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Jonathan Matthew Holson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stacy Lundeen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Matt thoroughly reviews his cases for any weaknesses in the prosecution's case. He is very professional and fights hard for his clients to achieve the best outcome."

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Maxwell Shek

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Since joining Avvo, I've come to appreciate all of Jonathon's input in Avvo's Q and A. His responses are thoughtful, on-point, and demonstrate his vast knowledge of criminal law."

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Douglas Carlson

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is well prepared and he fights hard for his clients'. Matt is responsive to his client's needs and is aware that each client and is unique and requires an individual approach. I would not hesitate to have Matt represent me if I were facing criminal charges."

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Luke Neuville

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt really knows his practice, very professional attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Stacy Lundeen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kenneth Wilson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Becky Martin

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Luke Neuville

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Senior Associate, Ken Wilson Law Office

2017 - 2022

Associate, Martin & Wagner

2004 - 2017

Assistant Public Defender, Stearns County Public Defender

2002 - 2004

Law Clerk, Hennepin County District Court

Associations

2004 - Present

Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1999 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Education

2002

University of Minnesota

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

Furman University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Professional Development Weekend

Tips and Tricks for New Attorneys

2011

Trial Practice Institute

Faculty

2011

Sentencing Advocacy Institute

Faculty

2010

Trial Practice Institute

Faculty

Activity

Top Contributor

Jonathan earned significant contribution points in 2025.

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