Kristi Ann Fox

Kristi Ann Fox

also known as Kristi Kruger

4.9
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 17 years

General practice Lawyer Practice Areas: General Practice, Employment & Labor, Family ... +2 more
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Reason: Not Practicing

About Kristi

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes

Pro bono

50 %


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 17 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2008

Disability Inactive

No misconduct found

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4.9 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 24, 2022 | Child Support

Good but watch your step

Kristi was open to a payment plan and accepted a down payment and post dated checks which she said would be cashed only after a phone call or email from her. She finished half our agreement for a child support and visitation matter and cashed checks, without my OK. This cost me over $200 in overdraft...s. She would not answer phone calls and emails for over 3 weeks and communication ceased after she was paid with the checks. Grasping at straws, she said I was not ethical with her and wanted to resign.I fired her instead. She seems to have her life in dis-array and it reflects in her work and appearance. Watch your step and get it in writing. P.S. She did get my support reduced, but I was unemployed for over 16 months so it was not hard. She was surprised when the referee sided with her.My visitation still has a court date and I have to hire another attorney and start over.

Kristi Fox

Replied last December 24, 2022

"We're sorry you had a bad experience with our firm. This matter does not sound familiar, and we strive for the utmost client satisfaction in every case. Please contact me directly to discuss your specific concerns."

Posted by anonymous | July 21, 2014 | Domestic Violence

This Dad was able to help his Kids and Kristi got me the rights I never knew I could have !

My Children 5, and 3, were in terrible situations, and going through abuse, in their home environment. As a male, I had no idea what to do, to help my children, or what my rights were. I was being threatened by my ex constantly , whenever I tried to stick up for what was right. I would try to sugges...t carefully that things change in my kids home for there wellfare. I was hung up on , blown off. I was taunted about having no rights when I just wanted to get my children to have redemption for their situations. My ex would say, " yeah right no judge would ever let you have the kids , you don't have any rights " , " I can do whatever, they are my kids ......." I would ask my ex, for my 5 and 3 year old to be protected from people and situations , which I knew were constantly harming my kids . I don't know how many times I was threatened , " you have no say, take me to court then you ******* ". I felt trapped and helpless to help my children while I watched their well-beings suffer, and this was devastating One last night of my ex threatening " you have no rights , take me to court then you son of a *****" , after trying to stick up for the well being of my kids, I was desperate for a resolve for their lives ! I called Kristi , and she made time for me immediately, even though it was clear she was already overbooked. I sat down with Kristi Fox, and for the first time felt hope, and that there was reassurance for my childrens futures, and safety. She sat across the table, believed in me, and educated me, that there was ways to help my kids and what those methods were. While we had a dialogue, I noticed her locking in on my description of my situation, intently. She carefully listened, and knew immediately what suggestions she wanted to make, and pointed out precisely why. After being told things for years, with out consulting good Counsel, “ I had no choice”,” no way to help my kids”,” no say”,” no rights”, I literally believed these, until Kristi Fox gave me understanding that I could help my kids as a male parent, through her counsel. A few things about Kristi. If you’re sitting a crossed a table with her there is specific situations which sincerely need help, and she has concluded she can help you. Chances are you are a good person with a sincere situation who needs counsel, and Kristi has realized this. If she is thinking of working with you, it's because she has decided you are a genuine person, who needs a hand up, not because she needs to hire you. She will work with you if you have the right kind of situation because she identifies with you in some way, and if you are on the side of the right. She will NOT hire you with a mentality of, " here is a new account I can use some more money “. She is meticulous as to who she will pair up with, for clients. If she decides to tell you parts of her own story, she may someday allow you to understand some things about why she takes the untraditional approaches she does, and you will understand why she practices in law for the kind of people she does. There are very relatable things Kristi Fox understands about the people she can help. I can let her expound more on why I say these, more if she chooses with you in litigations. She is also a soccer Mom, and a single parent of 4, very busy, and very involved in many various Community Programs as leadership. If you and Kristi work together on a case, please try to remember that she is a highly involved committed person wearing many hats day to day. You will NOT find a better lawyer at a more reasonable rate. Her rates are more than generous, and the value of her expertise and servitude towards clients strongly outweighs her costs to clients. If you are working with her now you know why I state this. I strongly recommend Kristi! Thank you Kristi, for giving me the ability to help my little ones !!! Thank you for showing me fathers can have rights to help their children, and should !

Posted by Nathan | December 20, 2011 | Child Custody

HIGHLY recommend this attorney! Digs deep and does her job and beyond

Where to start...Kristi is beyond AMAZING!! Started with a very sad phone call in February. Kristi came right to my house and we talked about my case, talked about a payment plan. Asked me to sleep on it and call her in the morning. Didnt need to sleep on the price (overly fair to me). She imme...dietly got me in on as a party to a CHIPS case. (The county took my son out of my ex's home) She informed me that it might not end there and could turn into a custody case, and she would continue to represent me no matter how long it took. Kristi continued to fight the county in court over and over for months so my son could come home with me. Always keeping me very informed on every detail, either by email or by phone. She was up against not only the county but my ex wife who is a pathological liar and is very manipulative and her 4 different attorneys. Kristi took alot of her time appearing in court on my behalf driving to the cities sometimes 3 times a week. She also met witnesses that would help my case, and may have helped my sons little sister in the process also. I wish I could tell you everything and every detail about my case but I cant. I can tell you that Kristi is amazing, and she fights very hard for you as a client, and talks to you as a friend and leaves out no secrets. Thanks to her I have my son back full time in my house with the rest of my family, including mine and my fiance's children. His mom only gets a few hours every other weekend with him, for his safety. All in time for Christmas! Thank you Kristi!

Posted by anonymous | February 09, 2011 | Child Support

Trustworthy and Affordable

Kristi is not only fair and affordable, she has gone above and beyond to help fight for my cause. When my child support issue turned into a custody battle, she was fair and upfront about the cost and fees involved. She is readily available to answer any of my questions and concerns. She consults with... me before filing any paperwork to make sure I am fully comfortable the wording etc. I would recommend Kristi to anyone going through any family or child support issue.

Posted by anonymous | January 28, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Help we needed

So far we have loved the work Kristi has done for our case. She's been there very time we have needed her to be and she's always willing to answer any question we have.

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Kristi Ann Fox's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matisyahu Wolfberg

Appeals lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Bruce Cameron

Family lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Majeski

Family lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Fox. She consistently produces high-quality answers and comments to questions. She clearly understands both the the law and practical issues those involved with family law disputes must face. Potential clients would be well served by Attorney Fox."

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Top Rated Attorney, AVVO

2015

Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 - Family Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates

2015

Top 10 Attorney Award (Under 40) in Minnesota, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Woman of Outstanding Leadership, International Women's Leadership Association

2015

"10 Best" Attorneys for Minnesota, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2014

Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2014

North Star Lawyer, Minnesota State Bar Association

2014

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

2014

Client's Choice Award - Child Custody, AVVO

2013

Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2013

North Star Lawyer, Minnesota State Bar Association

2013

Featured Child Custody Attorney, AVVO

2013

Top Child Custody Contributor, AVVO

2012

Client's Choice Award - Child Custody, AVVO

2011

Pro Bono Standard Participant, Minnesota Bar Association

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Vice Chair of the Alternative Families Committee, American Bar Association

2009 - 2010

ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR, NAU

2008 - 2009

Attorney, ATTORNEY R. MCDONALD, LLC

2008 - 2019

ATTORNEY/OWNER, Kristi A. Fox, Attorney At Law

2005 - 2006

STUDENT DIRECTOR, MINNESOTA INNOCENCE PROJECT

2004 - 2006

STUDENT CERTIFIED ATTORNEY, FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE

2001 - 2006

LAW CLERK, BETHEL AND ASSOCIATES, PA

Associations

2015 - Present

American Bar Association, Alternative Families Committee

Vice Chair

2014 - Present

MN Judicial Branch CHIPS Attorney Roster

Attorney Panel Member

2014 - Present

Sexual Violence Center

Volunteer Attorney

2014 - Present

Hyatt Legal Plans

Panel Attorney

2013 - Present

Legal Assistance of Dakota County, Ltd.

Voluntter Attorney

2011 - Present

Ramsey County Bar Association Modest Means Program

Attorney Participant

2010 - Present

Ramsey County District Family Court

Attorney Panel Member

2008 - Present

Minnesota State Notary Association

Notary Member

2006 - Present

Minnesota Bar Association

Attorney Member

2006 - Present

American Bar Association

Attorney Member

2006 - Present

Dakota County Bar Association

Attorney Member

2006 - Present

Ramsey County Bar Association

Attorney Member

2010 - 2012

Minnesota Bar Association Wills for Heros Program

Volunteer Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

In the Matter of the Welfare of the Child(ren) of A.N.T. and J.W., Parents

TBD

Representing Custodial Fathers

Justice

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Education

2010

Hamline University Graduate School of Management

MPA - Masters in Public Administration

2007

Hamline University Dispute Resolution Institute

Certificate in A.D.R. - Alternative Dispute Resolution

2006

Hamline University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctorate

2003

Hamline University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Anatomy of an Initial Client Conference

ATTORNEY PRESENTATION PANEL MEMBER

2012

ADJUNCT PARALEGAL PROFESSOR

LEGAL RESEARCH AND WRITING, LEGAL SYSTEMS, LAW OFFICE MANAGEMENT, EMPLOYMENT LAW COURSES

Languages

English

Activity

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