Atty. Mark Arneson
Mark Arneson has been practicing law since 1997 after graduating Magna Cum Laude from William Mitchell College of Law. He began his career in Criminal Prosecution as the lead prosecutor for the Cities of Waite Park, Buffalo, St.
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Mark Arneson is a Senior Partner based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Arneson & Geffen PLLC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, white collar, and dv defense. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1997). Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1997) and Moorhead State University (B.A., 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Stearns-Benton County and Minnesota State Bar Associations Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mark Arneson has been practicing law since 1997 after graduating Magna Cum Laude from William Mitchell College of Law
- He began his career in Criminal Prosecution as the lead prosecutor for the Cities of Waite Park, Buffalo, St. Joseph and Albany
- In 2000, Mr. Arneson took the knowledge he gained as a prosecutor and began practicing in the area of criminal defense
- He has secured numerous acquittals and dismissals for his clients in a variety of cases from Felony to Misdemeanors and has been recognized by numerous organizations for his dedication to criminal defense. • Named Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney in Minnesota! (National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys) • Named Top 100 Trial Attorney in Minnesota! (National Trial Lawyers Association) • Named Top 100 DWI Attorney! (The National Advocacy for DUI Defense) • Named a “Rising Star” by “Minnesota Law & Politics!” • Has achieved a “Superb” rating with AVVO! (Independent Attorney Review Site) • Former prosecutor that has over 23 years of experience dedicated exclusively to DWI/DUI and Criminal Defense! • Has Successfully Defended Thousands of Criminal Defense Clients! • Proven Results!
- Mr. Arneson has a philosophy that everyone is entitled to excellent representation no matter what circumstance they find themselves in
- He works tirelessly for his clients and will do the same for you!
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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 andnue, 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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