Edward Randolph Shaw, experienced Criminal Defense, Estate Planning attorney in Brainerd, MN with 101 reviews
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Edward Randolph Shaw

722 South 6th Street, Brainerd, MN

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1995:
University of Wisconsin, JD - Juris Doctor
1991:
Uinversity of Wisconsin, MA - Masters
1988:
St Lawrence University, B.A.

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4.7 101 reviews
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Kim hamson

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10 Feb, 2025
Ed Shaw is a wonderful, caring, and smart attorney. His staff of Amanda, Michelle, and Mariah are top notch… I felt like I had the dream team working for me!
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Stacy gahler

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21 Jan, 2025
Allen is a stand up fella! Down to earth, common sense kinda lawyer, what the world needs. Easy to talk to, easy to understand. Gets hard work done!
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Elizabeth

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21 Jan, 2025
I highly recommend Allen Peterson for anyone going through a divorce. Allen was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and supportive throughout the entire process. Allen took the time to explain everything in detail, ensuring I understood my rights and options. Allen’s attention to detail and dedication made a challenging time much more emotionally manageable. Thanks to his expertise, my case was handled efficiently and with a favorable outcome. I am truly grateful for his hard work and would not hesitate to recommend Allen to anyone in need of a skilled divorce attorney.
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Pros
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Knowledgeable, experienced, and dedicated attorneys who fight hard for their clients
“Blake Lubinus represented my entity. He was ABSOLUTELY the right man for the job! Every document he presented to the court was 100% spot on in representing the facts.”
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Excellent communication and responsiveness to client questions and concerns
“Allen was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and supportive throughout the entire process. Allen took the time to explain everything in detail, ensuring I understood my rights and options.”
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Ability to achieve favorable outcomes for clients, even in challenging cases
“Blake took a case that no other attorney was willing to take and got me an outcome that everyone thought was impossible.”
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Personable and caring attorneys who make clients feel supported during difficult legal matters
“Allen was a bulldog that will genuinely fight for you, and if you had to choose one person to represent you, I highly recommend Allen.”
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Reasonable and transparent billing practices
“Ed and his entire office were absolutely wonderful. They were available for any question I had, big or small, and always kept me up to date with the process of filing.”
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A few clients reported issues with attorneys not fully explaining or documenting certain details, leading to misunderstandings
“I would also recommend FULLY reading and understanding retainer agreements and if any questions asking. I think Allen's could be a little more in depth after reading a couple more lawyers agreements.”
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Occasional delays or lack of updates during ongoing legal matters
“I don't believe his keeping the client updated was a little lacking.”

Publications

2020:
Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyer VI, Trouble In Paradise-A Police State Comes to Northern Minnesota

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