Best Criminal Defense Lawyers near Maple Grove, MN

1 of these firms is based in Maple Grove; the others serve Maple Grove from towns including Minneapolis (14 mi), Brooklyn Park (5 mi) and Brooklyn Center (8 mi).

14 open 24/7 · 14 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license

Data verified October 21, 2026

Ruffing Law

Ruffing Law

5.0 6 reviews
“I went through previous attorneys before I was able to find her and I will never have to look again as she is someone I can count on and knows her stuff!!!”
Free phone consultationSince 2014
11670 Fountains Dr Suite 200
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Anderson Law Office, Scott L. Anderson

Anderson Law Office, Scott L. Anderson

5.0 50 reviews
“He was available any time I had questions and was with me every step of the way.”
Free phone consultation3,000+ cases handledBBB accreditedOpen 24 hoursSince 1989
Brooklyn Park, MN · 5 mi from Maple Grove
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Universal Defense

Universal Defense

4.9 49 reviews
“Rick worked quickly and effectively to get the best possible outcome for me and family.”
Serves MinnesotaFree consultationBBB accreditedOpen 24 hoursSince 2022
Otsego, MN · 13 mi from Maple Grove
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Arneson & Geffen

Arneson & Geffen

4.8 38 reviews
“Mark was my attorney, he did a fantastic job from start to finish, and got me the resolution I was looking for.”
Free consultationBBB A+Open 24 hoursSince 2013
Minneapolis, MN · 14 mi from Maple Grove
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F.T. Sessoms, DWI & Criminal Lawyer

F.T. Sessoms, DWI & Criminal Lawyer

4.8 42 reviews
“Not only was FT completely professional and courteous, but he adjusted his schedule to work with mine, explained everything to me in terms that I could understand, and I could not have asked for a more satisfactory outcome!”
Serves Minneapolis, St. Paul, MinnesotaBBB A+Open 24 hoursSince 1985
Minneapolis, MN · 14 mi from Maple Grove
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Gerald Miller P.A.

Gerald Miller P.A.

4.9 50 reviews
“Gave me all the scenario's to be able to make a very informed decision as to which way to proceed.”
Free consultation6 attorneys10,000 cases handledServes Minnesota, Twin CitiesSince 1979Licensed
Minneapolis, MN · 14 mi from Maple Grove
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The 15 firms listed for Maple Grove, MN defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Maple Grove, MN

The 15 firms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 1,407 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (97%), responsiveness (83%) and quality (72%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "communication" and "knowledge". 14 are open around the clock and 14 are open on weekends. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are criminal defense (5), criminal vehicular operation (2), disorderly conduct (2), domestic assault (2) and drug crimes (2). 1 shows a license on its website and 7 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 12 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 41 years. 14 offer urgent consultations and 7 offer a free initial consultation. We have a website on file for all 15 of the firms on this page; 14 publish a contact page and 6 list a public email. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Do any criminal law firms listed for Maple Grove offer free consultations?

7 of the 15 criminal defense firms here state that a first consultation carries no charge. Treat it as a chance to ask how your kind of charge is handled and who would cover your hearings. It is not the moment to describe the facts in detail to several firms in a row.

Appelman Law Firm

Appelman Law Firm

4.9 45 reviews
“If you are seeking criminal representation and want a team that truly cares about your case and well-being, I recommend the Appelman Law Firm.”
Free consultationServes Minneapolis, St. Paul +2BBB A+Open 24 hoursSince 1999
St Louis Park, MN · 12 mi from Maple Grove
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Caplan & Tamburino Law Firm

Caplan & Tamburino Law Firm

4.7 45 reviews
“I recently worked with Joe Tamburino on a rather complicated case, and I have nothing but the highest praises to offer about Joe and the rest of the team at Caplan & Tamburino.”
BBB A+Open 24 hoursSince 2014
Minneapolis, MN · 14 mi from Maple Grove
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Judith Samson, Minneapolis DWI & Criminal Lawyers

Judith Samson, Minneapolis DWI & Criminal Lawyers

4.5 40 reviews
“She took my case which was not an easy one and she got a lot of my charges dismissed and no jail time!”
BBB A+Open 24 hoursSince 2002
Minneapolis, MN · 14 mi from Maple Grove
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Wilson & Clas

Wilson & Clas

5.0 48 reviews
“I found the experience much more pleasant and affordable than I expected.”
Same-day responseServes MinnesotaOpen 24 hoursSince 2019
Minneapolis, MN · 14 mi from Maple Grove
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Karalus Law Firm

Karalus Law Firm

5.0 47 reviews
“I was referred by a friend, and I will continue to refer my friends and family to him as he is a badass attorney.”
Free consultationOpen 24 hoursSince 2008
Minneapolis, MN · 14 mi from Maple Grove
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Lundgren & Johnson, PSC

Lundgren & Johnson, PSC

5.0 49 reviews
“Adam and his team went above and beyond at every turn in my case with a highly successful outcome.”
Free phone consultationFlat feesMinnesota Bar since 2012Super Lawyers 2026Serves MinnesotaSince 2016
Minneapolis, MN · 14 mi from Maple Grove
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Anderson Defense

Anderson Defense

4.9 48 reviews
“She was very accommodating and helpful in my situation and helped get the best option I could get!”
Free phone consultationServes MinnesotaOpen 24 hoursSince 2016
Minneapolis, MN · 14 mi from Maple Grove
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Shek Law

Shek Law

5.0 50 reviews
“He was a one stop shop for everything I needed and made a very unpleasant experience much easier for me!”
Payment plansServes Minneapolis, St. Paul, Greater MinnesotaOpen 24 hoursSince 2021
Minneapolis, MN · 14 mi from Maple Grove
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Milavetz Injury Law

Milavetz Injury Law

4.7 49 reviews
“Barb and her form help me through a hard time in my life and I am better off now than before”
Se habla españolServes MinnesotaSince 1963Open 24 hours
Brooklyn Center, MN · 8 mi from Maple Grove
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Why these companies made our list

What clients say about firms near Maple Grove

  • “From the start Max was very attentive. He got my charges dropped significantly and was truly kind during the process.” — client of Shek Law
  • “Eric and his team provided the support and expertise in the area of criminal defense that was exactly what we needed.” — client of Anderson Defense
  • “Got my charges dropped down a lot! He's super quick to respond to any and all questions.” — client of Gerald Miller P.A.

Excerpts from public reviews of the firms listed on this page.

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