Client Testimonials
Appelman Law Firm has hundreds of satisfied clients. Here are but a few ways those clients have expressed their gratitude for the personal service and knowledgeable representation they received by retaining Appelman Law Firm:

I sought out Appelman Law Firm after being advised by a friend who worked with Avery. I wanted my attorney to have a reputation as a tenacious defender. Avery has this and is the best defense lawyer in the Twin Cities metro area. After being charged with my DWI, I was worried of being wrongfully accused, losing my name and honor, and going to jail. I was pleasantly surprised by the personal engagement process of Appelman Law Firm. Avery quickly called and explained the process and started working immediately to gather facts and build my case. I was able to have confidence in the process and my representation from Appelman Law Firm. We went to a jury trial and I was found not guilty.

Everyone at the firm was completely professional and it felt like my case was the most important issue. I would absolutely recommend Appelman Law Firm to anyone needing representation. Avery helped vindicate my name, reputation, and honor. His commitment, passion, confidence, and professionalism helped establish my innocence.

When we interviewed the jury after trial, they explained that after day one they were positive that I was not guilty. At the end of day two, the jurors explained that they were sorry that I was ever caught up in such a mess in the first place. It was not until Avery cross-examined our witnesses that they were absolutely convinced of my innocence.
Joe T.
Mound, MN

I contacted Avery while in police custody in regards to a DWI charge. We met the next morning and he listened to my story and then clearly outlined the process and steps that would occur during the case.

After the meeting I was still nervous, but comforted by knowing the process and confident that Avery was the right choice. In the weeks leading up to my hearing, Avery had discussions with the PA and collected the various reports and videos. On court dates Avery was very active, and if he felt the assigned Judge was not right for the case he sought a delay and was always able to get one. When we finally had our day in court, Avery was exceptional. He used all evidence at hand and asked tough questions of the officers and made me feel comfortable when it was my time to take the stand. Understanding the process and having confidence in Avery made this potentially scary event very bearable.

We won. The judge ruled that the officers did not have probable cause to pull me over, thus negating my DWI. I cannot recommend Avery enough. This was a fairly long process, yet he charged me a flat rate up front and worked his magic to get the best possible outcome.
John M.
Chaska, MN

I sought out the services of Appelman Law Firm for help with a traffic violation I received in Hennepin County last summer. I was concerned that the ticket would go on my record, that I would have to pay a large fine, and that my insurance costs would go up. When I retained Appelman Law Firm, I was assured that the situation would be handled favorably and I felt instantly comforted knowing that my future was in the hands of Appelman Law Firm. I received benefits such as instant contact with Avery Appelman via phone, and a very quick follow-up by the lawyer assigned to my case. The results were very favorable, as my record remained clear and the costs were minimal.

What I liked most about Appelman Law Firm’s legal services was their hands-on approach and strong communication via telephone and email. I was also very impressed with their highly qualified legal team; knowing I was in such capable hands put me at ease immediately. I would suggest Appelman Law Firm to anyone seeking legal services. In fact, I have already done so multiple times. I can say with absolute certainty that if I find myself in a situation necessitating legal services, Appelman Law Firm will be my first call.
Barb A.
Minnetonka, MN

I sought out the Appelman Law Firm when I was faced with some serious drug charges.  I was concerned that I would be going to prison for up to 10 years.  I retained criminal defense attorney Stacy Kaye and it was very comforting knowing that someone was representing me.  The Appelman law firm was available to me 24/7.  It was nice to be able to find out what was going on with my case when I was feeling anxiety about it.  The staff was very professional and always on top of things.

The results were favorable as Stacy was able to negotiate my sentence down from 84 months to 6 months. She never gave up on my case and fought hard for me until the very end. I would definitely recommend the Appelman Law Firm to anyone seeking help with drug charges.
Phil S.
Big Lake, MN

My husband is an attorney practicing in an area other than Criminal Defense. When I first received my DWI, we did not think that an attorney would be necessary. Even so, we consulted Avery and he strongly recommended that we reconsider. I am very glad that we did.

I had never been in any kind of trouble before so I was, of course, afraid of being involved in the court system. Avery explained the whole process to me, what he expected to happen, and what I could reasonably expect. On the day of court, I was extremely nervous. Avery reassured me that he would do the very best that he could for me. He was honest about what could happen but also calming. As it turned out, the outcome was more favorable than even he predicted. I understood that there would be some consequences, as there should be, but he was able to keep me out of jail and other than some classes and a probationary period, my life was not unduly altered.

The whole experience was disconcerting, but Avery made it a lot less scary. I felt like I truly had an advocate, someone that would guide me through the process. He was attentive and talked me through everything so that I always knew what to expect. Avery did an outstanding job, and I am 100% confident that the outcome would not have been nearly as favorable had we not retained his services. I hope never to hire him again, but I can honestly recommend his service to anyone faced with the same situation.
Cathy B.
Edina, MN

Avery was recommended to me by a friend when I was arrested for a prostitution charge in Hennepin County.  I did not live in Minnesota at the time so I was worried that it would be tricky for me to resolve this while living in another state.  I decided to retain criminal defense attorney Avery Appelman and he immediately went to work on my case.

Working with the firm was a great experience.  Everyone was very helpful and took care of things so I didn’t have to worry.  Avery kept me informed about what was going on with my case and made it much easier for me to live in another state. My case was eventually dismissed.  Avery was great to work with and always kept me at ease with his exceptional sense of humor.  I would recommend the Appelman Law Firm to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney.
Candace P.
Hammond, LA

On the evening of July 2nd, I was arrested for 3rd degree DWI. My first concern was that I had not had anything to drink in a few hours and the arresting officer would not tell me what my field breath test was. My next concern was the fact that there were other licenses that I held that would’ve been greatly affected by a DWI arrest.

I was given Appelman Law Firm’s number from a friend who highly recommended them. They were very patient with me and walked me through the entire process step-by-step. After retaining them, I was able to get out of jail the next day. This would normally be a hassle considering I was arrested on the Friday of 4th of July weekend. They were very informational and reassuring. In the end, all my charges were dropped due to my breath test being under the legal limit. I have known people that have hired lawyers with less experience that basically just walked in and pleaded guilty for them even though they were under the limit. This did not happen with Avery. I highly recommend Appleman Law Firm.
Matt L.
Minneapolis, MN

In June 2008, my life changed forever. I was out with my family celebrating Father’s Day, eating and having some strawberry margaritas. Not thinking I had too many, I said my goodbyes and my ten-year-old daughter and I got into my car to drive home.

When I saw the lights behind me, terror struck, as I knew what was about to happen. Fortunately, I knew of a good lawyer and contacted Avery Appelman. We met the very next week and even though I was an emotional wreck, his calming nature and legal expertise made my mistake manageable. His staff was always available to me and even when he was on a family vacation I was still able to get in contact with him.

I have referred many people to his law firm and have been told numerous times how helpful and compassionate he and his staff are. I am so thankful I had Avery on my side. He turned a horrible situation into something I could deal with and I feel that, in the end, I gained a good friend.
Pam R.
Waverly, MN

I was prompted to seek out the services of Appelman Law Firm because I was wrongly accused of criminal sexual conduct. The company I worked for recommended the firm to me and I retained Avery Appelman as my attorney. He helped me understand the legal process and the firm was very good at communicating each step that needed to be taken. I had a lot of anxiety and fear about the charges brought against me and the possible jail time I could be facing.

Working with the Appelman Law Firm was a really good experience, especially since my case was ultimately dismissed. The attorneys really helped ease my anxiety by explaining things thoroughly and going that extra mile to make sure I got the most favorable result. I would definitely recommend the Appelman Law Firm to anyone in need of a good criminal defense attorney.
P.A.
Minneapolis, MN

I contacted Appelman Law Firm because I’ve known Avery for years and he’s been able to help several of my friends successfully. I can summarize my experience with Avery and Stacy Kaye in two words: effortless results. From the moment I contacted Appelman Law Firm they took the ball and ran with it. I provided them with the information that I had and from that point I sat back and they handled everything, diligently keeping me informed of the progress they were making. Ultimately, my case was settled to my satisfaction with minimal effort on my part. I strongly recommend Appelman Law Firm if you want “effortless results.”
Josh F.
Plymouth, MN