Edward Randolph Shaw

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Edward Randolph Shaw

also known as Edward R. Shaw, Ed Shaw

4.9
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 31 years

Family Lawyer at Brainerd, MN
Practice Areas: Family, Lawsuits & Disputes, Criminal Defense ... +4 more

722 South 6th Street, Brainerd, MN

Virtual Consultation Available

About Edward

Biography

Serving the Brainerd Lakes area with top quality legal services for 25 years.

Serving the Brainerd Lakes area with top quality Bankruptcy services for 25 years.

Serving the Brainerd Lakes area with top quality Criminal Defense services for 25 years.

Serving the Brainerd Lakes area with top quality Family Law services for 20 years.

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Family 45%

Divorce, child custody, child support, separation, family law mediation, prenuptial agreements, paternity, etc.

31 years

45%
Lawsuits and Disputes 20%

Real estate, land lord tenant issues, civil matters.

31 years

20%
Criminal Defense 15%

Criminal sexual conduct, assault, DUI / DWI, traffic violations, theft, disorderly conduct, misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor and felony charges.

31 years

15%
Bankruptcy and Debt 8%

Chapter 7 and 13, debt relief attorney.

31 years

8%
Estate Planning 5%

Wills, Probate, Trusts, Power of Attorney

31 years

5%
Real Estate 5%

Landlord, Tenant, Deeds, Purchase Agreements

31 years

5%
Personal Injury 2%

Libel and Slander

31 years

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 220-260 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Silver Client Champion
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2016 2015

Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 30 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1996

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Licensed in Wisconsin for 31 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1995

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Ed Shaw Law Office

722 South 6th Street, Brainerd, MN, 56401-4041

edshawlaw.com/

Ed Shaw Law Office

14 Seventh Ave. N., Saint Cloud, MN, 56303

edshawlaw.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Edward online.

Edward Randolph Shaw's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

36 Client Reviews

Posted by Steven | February 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Divorce and custody

My case is still ongoing and Ed Shaw is still representing me! Ed is an outstanding attorney and willing to go the extra mile. When we needed help or had questions after hours/ weekends he did not hesitate to contact me back. Ed is very knowledgeable and professional! I'm very pleased with the out...come so far. If you want to win your case I would highly recommend Ed Shaw.

Posted by anonymous | March 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Review

Attorney, Ed Shaw understood the nuances of the matter immediately and represented us with expertise.

Posted by Marilyn | March 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Divorce

I was treated with kindness and respect at the initial complementary consultation by the office staff and Ed. I felt confidence in choosing Ed after the consultation and appreciated his understanding of my complicated situation and being willing to work on solving it in the best possible way. Thi...s is a very difficult and stressful time for me and I have felt nothing but kindness, care and compassion from the entire staff.

Posted by Ryan | March 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great to Work With (Custody/Child Support)

Ed and his team are very responsive, professional, and I felt extremely comfortable every step of the way. I would recommend Ed to any of my friends and/or family members.

Posted by Samuel | February 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Child Custody Success

My experience with Mr. Shaw and every one in Mr. Shaw’s office has been extremely positive. Always very knowledgeable, accessible, and advocated for what was right. At no time in the last two years of having Mr. Shaw represent me in court was there a question or topic that Mr. Shaw, or someone in his... office, didn’t have the answer to and wasn’t available to answer. I always felt comfortable placing my confidence in Mr. Shaw’s expertise to be able to pursue what was in my best interest and get results. I don't consider a father having success in a child custody case a small success by any means. It was a long hard road, but without Mr. Shaw, I wouldn’t have had the positive outcome that I had.

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Edward Randolph Shaw's Lawyer Endorsements

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Hannah El-Bashir

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Ed has a wealth of experience and has the advocacy skills necessary to help his clients win. He is a smart lawyer and is very skilled at analyzing legal issues involved in a case and developing winning strategies in each case. I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Wipper

Family lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Since I have started working for Ed Shaw I have learned many things about the practice of law - particularly in family law situations. Ed is very knowledgeable and has represented the gambit of clients over his 18+ years of experience in this area. Ed is dedicated to doing the best he can on every case and works hard for his clients, as do the staff in the building. I would endorse Ed to work on any type of family law issue that can come up."

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Max Power

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ed takes the time to stay on top of the law when it comes to bankruptcy. I would want my lawyer to do that same! I believe he works hard for his clients best interests."

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Andrew Wipper

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Green Building Award, Brainerd Main Street Program

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Attorney, Attorney Edward R. Shaw p.a.

1995 - 1996

Judicial Law Clerk, Crow Wing County District Court

Associations

2012 - Present

Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

2011 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2010 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2002 - Present

United States District Court Minnesota

Member

1996 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

1995 - Present

Crow Wing / Aitkin County Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2015

City of Brainerd Walkable/Bikeable Committee

Co-Chair

2010 - 2013

Brainerd Family YMCA

Board Member

2006 - 2010

Brainerd Public Library Board

Chairperson

2003 - 2004

Crow Wing/Aitkin County Bar Association

President

2002 - 2003

Crow Wing/Aitkin County Bar Association

Vice President

2001 - 2002

Crow Wing / Aitkin County Bar Association

Secretary/Treasurer

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Anonymous

Dismissed

State v. DiGiovani

Case dismissed before trial

State v. Hunter

Not guilty verdict after jury trial

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Education

1995

University of Wisconsin

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Uinversity of Wisconsin

MA - Masters

1988

St Lawrence University

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2021

Minnesota State Bar Association Family Law Institute Family Law-How to Respond to and Not Panic If You Receive an Ethics Complaint

2020

Crime Free Multi Housing Training

Landlord/Tenant

2019

Crime Free Multi Housing Training

Landlord/Tenant

2018

Crime Free Multi Housing Training

Landlord/Tenant

2017

Crime Free Multi Housing Training

Landlord/Tenant

2016

Minnesota State Bar Association Family Law Institute Family Law - Ethical Fee Collection

2016

Crime Free Multi Housing Training

Landlord/Tenant

2015

Crime Free Multi Housing Training

Landlord/Tenant

Publications

2020

Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyer VI Trouble In Paradise-A Police State Comes to Northern Minnesota

Languages

English

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