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Attorney Patrick Waters is a seasoned trial lawyer with over 17 years of experience, proudly serving clients throughout North Dakota. Based in Bismarck, he focuses on criminal defense and family law, while also offering a wide range of general legal services. Originally from Minneapolis, he studied law in Chicago and began his career in Wisconsin before relocating to North Dakota, where he worked as a public defender and later co-founded Heartland Law Office in 2019 alongside his wife.
Known for his sharp litigation skills and client-centered approach, Attorney Waters continues to serve as a part-time State’s Attorney for Oliver County and is deeply committed to upholding justice across the state. He offers personalized legal strategies tailored to each case, earning a strong reputation for professionalism and results. Contact Heartland Law Office at to schedule your consultation today.
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Chat withState: North Dakota
Acquired: 2016
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State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
418 N 2nd Street, Bismarck, ND, 58504
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Posted by Alicia | July 10, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
I paid $200.00 for what I was told would be an hour appointment. He was in the room a total of 22 minutes. $100/11 minutes. My understanding when setting up the appointment was my questions on what I want to fight for would be answered or if it was possible or what to do from this point on regarding ...
Posted by Ben | June 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney
If you're looking for the best DUI defense attorney in Minot or anywhere in North Dakota, look no further than Heartland Law Office. I can honestly say they are one of the most professional and top-rated lawyers in the state. From the first consultation, I felt like I was in good hands. Patrick Water...
Posted by anonymous | June 6, 2020 | Hired Attorney
He explained everything throughout the process and he got me a great result! I'm very pleased and have referred him to my friends and family!
Posted by Carla | May 1, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Atty Patrick Waters is by far one of the best lawyers based on my firsthand experience when I hired him as my legal counsel. He really takes his time to listen to the client and gives you his knowledge about the case and his expert opinion on it. He doesn't sugarcoat anything so rest assured you will...
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2025
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2024
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2024
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2024
Best Trial Lawyer in America, National Institute of Trial Lawyers
2023
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2023
Lawyers of Disctinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2022
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2021
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2020
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2020
Lawyers of Distriction, Lawyers of Distinction
2019
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2018
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2023 - Present
State's Attorney, Oliver County, North Dakota
2018 - Present
Owner and Attorney at Law, Heartland Law Office, PC
2017 - 2018
Assistant State's Attorney, Burleigh County
2016 - 2017
Lead Attorney, State of North Dakota
2023 - Present
North Dakota State's Attorney's AssociationMember
2016 - Present
State Bar Association of North DakotaMember
2016 - Present
National State's Attorney's AssociationMember
2012 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
2008 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2017 - 2018
Salvation ArmyBoard Member
2015 - 2016
Wisconsin Association of Treatment Court ProfessionalsTreasurer
2015 - 2016
Eau Claire County Allegiance Against Substance UseBoard Member
2015 - 2016
Wisconsin State Public Defender Affirmative Action Advisory CommitteeBoard Member
2013 - 2016
Eau Claire County Mental Health Treatment CourtBoard Member
2008 - 2016
State Bar of WisconsinMember
Won on Appeal
2007
J.D.
1999
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2018
Legal Research
2012
Domestic Violence
English
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