Atty. Thomas Hagen

Atty. Thomas Hagen

Thomas Hagen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice and DUI / DWI Defense. Thomas, who practices law in Mankato and Rochester, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2024.

Mankato Mankato 19 yrs experience 19 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Hagen at a glance

Thomas Hagen is a dui/dwi and criminal defense attorney based in Mankato, Minnesota, practicing at Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office, CHTD Chtd.. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Admitted to practice in Minnesota, Minnesota State Bar Association (2007) and Minnesota, U.S. Federal Courts (2010). Educated at Ohio Northern University (J.D., 2007). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — DUI / DWI Defense (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serands clients in Mankato, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Thomas Hagen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice and DUI / DWI Defense
  • Thomas, who practices law in Mankato and Rochester, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2024
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Thomas is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
  • Learn more at khmnlaw.com or https://rochesterdwi.com/

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Hagen's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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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 Mankato 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 Thomas Hagen

Where is Thomas Hagen's law office located?
Thomas Hagen's law practice is located in Mankato, Minnesota. The firm is Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office, CHTD Chtd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Hagen handle?
Thomas Hagen focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Thomas Hagen practiced law?
Thomas Hagen has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Thomas Hagen go to law school?
Thomas Hagen earned their education at (J.D., 2007).
How can I contact Thomas Hagen for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Hagen directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Thomas Hagen received?
Thomas Hagen's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice; Best Lawyers in America — DUI / DWI Defense; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — National Trial Lawyers Association: National Trial Lawyer of the Year; Best Lawyers in America — Avvo.

Education

J.D.
Ohio Northern University
- 2007

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — DUI / DWI Defense
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — National Trial Lawyers Association: National Trial Lawyer of the Year
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Avvo
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Client Choice Award
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Minneapolis-St. Paul Magazine
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Rising Star 2012-2022
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — National Trial Lawyers: Top 100
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyer 2023
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Minnesota, Minnesota State Bar Association
Admitted: 2007
Minnesota, U.S. Federal Courts
Admitted: 2010

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