Atty. Derek Archambault

Atty. Derek Archambault

I spent the majority of my career working as a prosecutor for a private firm. I worked with various counties and cities throughout the greater metro area, gaining experience with many different judges, defense attorneys, fellow prosecutors, and police agencies.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 17 Years Experience 17 year
Call (651) 461-5712

Profile Summary

About Derek Archambault at a glance

Derek Archambault is an Attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Archambault Criminal Defense. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, sex crimes, and theft. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (2009) and United States District Court for the District of Minnesota (2023). Educated at University of St. Thomas School of Law (J.D. Recognized, 2009) and University of St. Thomas (B.A. Political, 2006). Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • I spent the majority of my career working as a prosecutor for a private firm
  • I worked with various counties and cities throughout the greater metro area, gaining experience with many different judges, defense attorneys, fellow prosecutors, and police agencies
  • After doing this for over a decade, I started to lose my passion for the work
  • With such large caseloads, cases - and the real people that they impact - are often just pieces of paper shuffled back and forth
  • Eventually I decided I wanted to use my skills to help people directly
  • I made the change and founded Archambault Criminal Defense because it gives me an opportunity to help the people who find themselves caught up in the criminal justice system
  • Now I get to help people move past their cases and get on with their lives

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Archambault's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derek Archambault handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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Sex Crimes

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Theft & Property Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Derek Archambault

Where is Derek Archambault's law office located?
Derek Archambault's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Archambault Criminal Defense. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Archambault handle?
Derek Archambault focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, sex crimes, theft. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Derek Archambault practiced law?
Derek Archambault has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Derek Archambault go to law school?
Derek Archambault earned their education at (J.D. Recognized, 2009); (B.A. Political, 2006).
How can I contact Derek Archambault for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Recognized
University of St. Thomas School of Law
- 2009
B.A. Political
University of St. Thomas
- 2006

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 2009
United States District Court for the District of Minnesota
Admitted: 2023

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