Debra Marie Newel

Debra Marie Newel

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 21 years

Government Lawyer Practice Areas: Government

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Assistant City Attorney for St. Paul, Minnesota

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 21 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2004

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Debra Marie Newel's Reviews

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Posted by Tom | March 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Real Estate Dispute

I hired Debra Newel to represent me in regards to a regulatory complaint. Debra did an excellent job resulting in the dismissal of the complaint. Debra was very knowledgeable on the issues and the manner in which to resolve them. She was prompt and responsive when contacted, which I very much appreci...ated. I would definitely hire Debra again if the need should arise, and would highly recommend her services to others in need.

Posted by Jason | January 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Simply The Best!

The representation that Deb offered to me was not only the best from a lawyer, it was among the best I have ever seen for any business. I was afraid and actually had health issues from the fear of what the Dept. of Commerce would do to me. I had never had any issues ever, but I was accused of a wrong... doing. She spent the time with me looking at my case and explaining what they may be looking to get me in trouble for and how to combat it. When we went in for the hearing I felt confident because she had even told me how they would try to attack me, and they did. In the end her defense and coaching put me in a position to walk-away from the hearing without any issues. I believe without her experience and great coaching the results wouldn't have been the same. I didn't do anything wrong, but it could have been easily misconstrued if she wouldn't have helped me. PS She has super follow-up!

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Debra Marie Newel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nathan Knoernschild

Real estate lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Deb is an excellent attorney. She is an experienced attorney who works extremely hard for her clients."

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Christina Zauhar

Litigation lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Newel is a confident, professional, and zealous advocate for her clients. I would highly recommend this attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2012

Badger of the Year, Wisconsin Alumni Association

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2004

John Wesley Leadership and Service Award, Hamline University

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Assistant City Attorney, St. Paul City Attorney's Office

2018 - 2019

Senior Counsel, LeVander, Gillen & Miller, P.A.

2016 - 2018

Attorney/Owner, Newel Law Firm, PLLC

2015 - 2017

Career Strategist, University of St. Thomas School of Law

2012 - 2016

General Counsel, RE/MAX Results and Home TItle, Inc.

2008 - 2010

Adjunct Practicum Professor for Business Practicum Course, William Mitchell College Of Law

2005 - 2012

Attorney, Thomsen Nybeck, P.A.

2004 - 2005

Law Clerk, Thomsen Nybeck, P.A.

Associations

2014 - Present

Minnesota Association of Realtors, Risk Management Committee

Member

2013 - Present

Minnesota Association of Realtors

Member

2013 - Present

Minnesota Association of Realtors, Professional Standards Policy Committee

Member

2009 - Present

Minnesota State Board of Physical Therapy

Public Member

2004 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Minnesota Women Lawyers

Member

2012 - 2016

Association of Corporate Counsel

Member

2012 - 2012

Minnesota Department of Human Rights

Volunteer Mediator

2004 - 2016

Hennepin County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Hager's of Cohasset, Inc., et al. v. Charles F. Nelson, Lee Marvin Beer, et al., Minnesota Court of Appeals (No. A10-625)

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed the District Court's decision granting summary judgment in favor of Ms. Newel's clients. Accordingly, the seller did not prevail on the breach of fiduciary claim against Ms. Newel's clients.

Jason W. Burmeister, et al. v. Nancy A. Westerhouse, Lori Gustafson, et al., Minnesota Court of Appeals (No. A08-0320)

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed the District Court's decision granting summary judgment in favor of Ms. Newel's clients. Accordingly, the sellers did not prevail on any of their claims against Ms. Newel's clients.

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Education

2008

University of St. Thomas

MBA - Master of Business Administration

2004

Hamline University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

University of Wisconsin, Madison

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Legal Updates

FIRPTA - What Is It and Why Should Realtors Care?

2016

Legal Updates

Top 10 Do's and Don'ts to Avoid Issues with the Department of Commerce

2016

Hennepin County Bar Association, Real Property Section

FIRPTA’s Acronym Soup – What is it? Why should I care? How do I protect my clients?

2015

Ultimate Results

Legal Update - Inspections

2015

Minnesota State Bar Association, CLE Committee

The Residential Purchase Agreement, Addendum and Contingencies: What You Need to Know

2015

Legal Updates

Top 10 Do's and Don'ts to Avoid Issues with the Department of Commerce

2014

Ultimate Results

Legal Tips and Traps

2014

Minnesota State Bar Association, CLE Committee

The Residential Purchase Agreement, Addendum and Contingencies: What You Need to Know

2013

Ultimate Results

Legal Update - The Do's and Don'ts of Marketing Yourself

2013

Minnesota State Bar Association, CLE Committee

The Residential Purchase Agreement, Addendum and Contingencies: What You Need to Know

Publications

Languages

English

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