Atty. Michael Lawrence Garbow

Atty. Michael Lawrence Garbow

Mike was originally born and raised in Bemidji, however, he and his family moved to Oklahoma in 1981. Mike graduated from Northeastern State University (Tahlequah, Oklahoma) in 1993, after serving four years in the United States Navy.

Duluth Duluth 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Lawrence Garbow at a glance

Michael Lawrence Garbow is an Associate based in Duluth, Minnesota, practicing at Falsani, Balmer, Peterson & Balmer. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on personal injury and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1999). Educated at University of Tulsa College of Law (JD, 1998). Serands clients in Duluth, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mike was originally born and raised in Bemidji, however, he and his family moved to Oklahoma in 1981
  • Mike graduated from Northeastern State University (Tahlequah, Oklahoma) in 1993, after serving four years in the United States Navy
  • In 1998, Mike graduated from the University of Tulsa College of Law (Tulsa, Oklahoma)
  • Upon graduation from Law School, Mike moved back to the Bemidji area in 1998
  • Mike has served as a prosecutor for Beltrami County as well as previously serving as the Legal Director for the Leech Lake Bank of Ojibwe
  • Mike has been an adjunct professor for the Law Enforcement Program at the Leech Lake Tribal College for over 10 years
  • Mike is a well seasoned trial lawyer and experienced negotiator
  • Mike's legal experience combined with his solid work ethic, allows him to deliver solid results for his clients

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Lawrence Garbow's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Michael Lawrence Garbow is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Minnesota →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Michael Lawrence Garbow is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Minnesota →

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 Duluth 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Lawrence Garbow

Where is Michael Lawrence Garbow's law office located?
Michael Lawrence Garbow's law practice is located in Duluth, Minnesota. The firm is Falsani, Balmer, Peterson & Balmer. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Lawrence Garbow handle?
Michael Lawrence Garbow focuses on personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Michael Lawrence Garbow practiced law?
Michael Lawrence Garbow has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Michael Lawrence Garbow go to law school?
Michael Lawrence Garbow earned their education at (JD, 1998).
How can I contact Michael Lawrence Garbow for a consultation?
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Education

JD
University of Tulsa College of Law
- 1998

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1999

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