Atty. Daniel M Scott
Daniel M Scott is a lawyer practicing economic law, federal appellate law, criminal law and 2 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Minneapolis, MN · 53+ Years Experience
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About Daniel M Scott at a Glance
Daniel M Scott is a Partner based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Kelley, Wolter & Scott, P.A.. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and appellate. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1973) and U.S. Supreme Court (1982). Educated at University of Minnesota Law School (J.D., 1973) and University of Minnesota (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Minnesota State Bar Association (Charter Member, Board of Directors, 1984— Executive Committee, Public Law Section, 1995-2000) Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel M Scott
- Daniel M Scott is a lawyer practicing economic law, federal appellate law, criminal law and 2 other areas of law
- Daniel received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Daniel practices at Kelley, Wolter & Scott, P.A. in Minneapolis, MN
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel M Scott handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Minneapolis.
Criminal Defense in Minneapolis
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Appellate Practice in Minneapolis
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Minneapolis
Practicing law in Minnesota. Legal matters in Minnesota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Minneapolis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Minnesota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Minnesota brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Minnesota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Minneapolis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Minneapolis-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Minneapolis Choose Daniel M Scott
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel M Scott's practice in the field of criminal defense and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel M Scott brings 53+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota and U.S. Supreme Court, Daniel M Scott can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense and appellate, Daniel M Scott can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Minneapolis
A Minneapolis-based practice means Daniel M Scott attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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