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.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Minneapolis, MN · 29+ Years Experience
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About Mark Arneson at a Glance
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. Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About 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. 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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Mark Arneson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Arneson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Minneapolis.
DUI / DWI Defense in Minneapolis
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Jurisdictional Context
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 Mark Arneson
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 Mark Arneson's practice in the field of dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, white collar, and dv defense.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Arneson brings 29+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, drug crimes, and criminal defense, Mark Arneson 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 Mark Arneson 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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