At Brevik Law, we are a boutique firm that offers clients exceptional legal assistance in the areas of criminal defense, family law and personal injury. Our comprehensive understanding of the legal system has allowed us to achieve positive resolutions in a number of dire circumstances. Facing criminal charges? An attorney from our firm is a forceful representative for those that are dealing with a misdemeanor or felony charge. We also provide quality service in family law matters, guiding clients through a divorce or other related issue. For the victims of an accident, we will seek compensation for the cost of medical expenses that have been endured, lost wages when you are no longer able to work and any additional pain and suffering you have had to undergo. We are a committed and reliable team that looks to provide a solution in the face of adversity. Call our office to set up a free initial consultation if you are dealing with a legal dispute.
Filing for divorce is only the first step in a process that can be quite lengthy. Throughout the process, you will be best served under the representation of an Anoka County divorce attorney from Brevik Law. By contacting the firm for legal assistance in your case you can rest assured knowing that a professional with well over a decade of experience is on your side, working to ensure that you complete all procedures involved in the divorce process with precision and accurateness. Since 1995, the firm has been serving the needs of divorce and family law clients throughout Minnesota, including the counties of Hennepin, Wright, Sherburne, Chisago, Ramsey, Carver, Washington, Isanti, and Anoka.
Child Support
The provisions of a court order are meant to be strictly adhered, and when they are not the courts will need to be involved. When child support payments are not followed or paid out, there is legal action that can be taken to ensure that you receive the financial assistance you need in order to adequately care for you children. The state and federal governments have designed specific ways to ensure that you are provided with the supportive means you need, and an Anoka County divorce lawyer from our office is prepared to help make sure that the proper provisions are made in order to afford you the financial means necessary to care for your children.
Child Custody and Visitation
In the wake of a divorce, or when a couple was never married to begin with, custody will need to be established if children are involved. When one parent is awarded custody of the child or children, visitation rights for the non-custodial parent will often be provisioned by the courts. Visitation rights may also be given to the grandparents of a non-married couple with children, and the best way to establish said rights is with the help of an Anoka County divorce attorney at Brevik Law. Here, we will be able to help you create a visitation schedule that works best for both parents involved (as well as any grandparents that may be interested in obtaining such rights). At all times, these matters will be conducted with the best interests of the children in mind.
Adoption
Paternity
While every child has a biological father, not every child has a "legal father." Under Minnesota law, if a child's mother and father are not married to each other when their child is born, the father is not recognized as the child's legal father until legal steps have been taken to recognize his paternity. A biological father has no legal rights or responsibilities to support his child, even if his name is on the birth certificate. In the absence of marriage, the birth certificate is not enough to establish a child's legal father under Minnesota law; therefore, paternity actions are very common, especially when unmarried couples split up.
Spousal Support
Under the guidance of an Anoka County divorce attorney, you can approach your divorce case with confidence that all matters involved in the process will be handled appropriately, from the filing of papers all the way to matters of spousal support. As you proceed through the process, the courts will review your case and determine whether or not support is necessary, and if so, what kind of support you should receive (or pay out, depending on which side of the financial fence you are sitting). State courts can award maintenance (i.e. spousal support) on either a temporary or permanent basis, depending on your specific needs. In order to determine if spousal support is needed in the wake of a divorce, the courts will look at the following factors...
At Brevik Law, we are dedicated to making sure you are treated fairly. Our criminal defense law firm wants to stand by you every step of the way. Criminal Defense
DUI/DWI
In Minnesota, you can be charged with a DUI or DWI (driving while intoxicated), if you are driving over the legal limit of intoxication.
Traffic Violations
If you were arrested and charged with DWI, it's essential that you get help from an experienced DWI lawyer from our firm. Unlike a standard traffic ticket, a conviction for DWI can have serious consequences, especially if you were involved in an alcohol-related collision or if this is your second or subsequent DWI. Your best solution is to hire an attorney from our firm who is knowledgeable in Minnesota's state laws and all possible defenses that may get your sentencing and penalties reduced if not dropped.
Sex Crimes
Those who are facing criminal accusations in sex crimes are in serious trouble; there is little doubt that these types of offenses will have an impact that will last a lifetime. A large number of sex offenses will require registration as a sex offender for years or for life, no matter where in the country you move to. If you fail to register, you can be charged and taken into custody. You could be restricted from living in certain areas, being employed in certain jobs, and lose professional licensing, as well as having your name, photo, address and the crime involved posted for anyone with a computer or even a smart phone application to access. Get legal representation that will protect you at every step, and will be supportive, respectful and committed to you and your cause.
Fraud
If you are facing charges related to sex crimes, the danger to your future freedom is extreme. Many sex crimes will require sex offender registration after a conviction, with a terrible and permanent impact on every facet of your life, including where you can work, where you can live and where you are legally allowed to be present. If you are accused of rape, possession or distribution of child pornography or any other sex crime, get in touch with our firm at once. You have an uphill battle, and the fight for justice begins early. In cases of criminal accusations of theft crimes, there are a wide range of charges, from misdemeanor shoplifting through to burglary and robbery. The penalties that could be imposed are significant, and some felony theft crime convictions can have years in a state correctional facility as part of the penalty imposed by the court, as well as restitution, as well as the possibility of having your personal assets seized. Our firm should get involved as early as possible in your case. We also defend all types of white collar crimes, including credit card fraud, embezzlement, forgery and other types of financial crimes.
Robbery
Rape will generally fall in the category of sex crime, but can also be considered a violent crime since it will typically be done with force or violence. This can be especially true when the force is significant enough that it causes a death. Robbery is also a crime that can involve the use of violence and those that the crime is against may be seriously harmed or fear the use of a weapon against them.
Burglary
We represent individuals in the Brooklyn Park area in all types of theft crimes, such as shoplifting, burglary and robbery. You need to ensure you are not railroaded by the legal system and that you have an attorney that knows how to fight back in court. If you are under investigation or have been charged with white collar crimes, we can help. These are complex crimes in many cases, and the supporting evidence could be computer based or related to email or accounting. How the case is defended can greatly impact the decision of the court. Call our firm for information about how your case could be defended, and what strategy could be employed. We stand ready to serve you.
White Collar Crimes
White collar crimes are financially motived, deceitful acts of a non-violent nature that are made specifically to gain some sort of monetary advantage. The most common types of white collar crimes are forms of fraud, such as
Theft
Misdemeanors
If you or someone you love has been arrested and charged with a felony or misdemeanor crime, it is a serious matter that could severely impact your future and freedom. The most important matter at hand is your choice of Coon Rapids criminal lawyer. Your lawyer presents your side of the story, the evidence that supports your defense case, and protects your rights, both in and out of court. At Brevik Law, we take our commitment to our clients very seriously; we know that our actions for them are extremely important and we plan every move we make carefully, with the goal of reaching a positive case outcome. As every case is unique in circumstances, type of charge, and the potential penalty, it is imperative that we evaluate the case as early as possible after the arrest. We urge you to exercise your right to remain silent, and allow our defense lawyer to protect you in any questioning, at any court hearing, and throughout the case.
Embezzlement
Embezzlement, tax evasion and money laundering. However, a whole host of activities exist which fall under the classification of a white collar offense.
Drug Crimes
If your charges stem deeper and include an offense such as cultivation or intent to sell could result in thousands of dollars' worth of fines and possible prison time. The sentencing of a drug crime will depend greatly on the type and weigh t of the drug involved. Prior criminal convictions will also factor into any penalties incurred.
Assault
Assault charges in Minnesota can mean serious trouble for the accused. The degree of trouble can depend on the degree of the crime (first through fifth degree) and on other factors. If you are facing assault charges, it is very important to consult an experienced Anoka County criminal defense lawyer with a background defending violent crimes. At Brevik Law, we have developed numerous strategies that have proven very successful for defending those we represent. Our ultimate goal is the best possible outcome for your case.
Murder
The most serious type of violent crime is murder, as this can be penalized the harshest of them all. When the death of another person is involved in the case, then the results can be life altering. Murder can be in the third, second or first degree. Murder in the first degree may be sentenced with life in prison. Murder in the first degree may include the following...
Juvenile Crimes
If your son or daughter is facing charges in juvenile crimes, we do everything possible to protect them from harm. There are often alternatives that should be sought in cases involving young people and criminal charges. If the situation involves a felony crime, we must fight to keep the case in juvenile court, where there is more leeway and the focus is on rehabilitation as opposed to punishment. Let us help you protect your child.
Homicide
Shoplifting
The firm represents individuals facing charges in all types of theft crimes, from misdemeanor to felony. These can include shoplifting, burglary, robbery or other offense. Our firm can defend complex white collar crimes including embezzlement, fraud and others. These cases require that your defense lawyer has access to top expert witnesses to support the case for your defense; we have developed relationships with some of the most respected professionals to bring to the table to assist in these cases.
Forgery
If you or someone you love is accused of sex crimes, you need to ensure that you are protected by an attorney that knows the criminal justice system intimately. These are dangerous charges with heavy penalties, and we offer the level of legal protection you want on your side. The same is true in all types of theft crimes, and white collar crimes such as fraud, embezzlement or forgery. Call us now for help.
Money Laundering
Extortion
Hit and Run
It is illegal in Minnesota to flee the scene of an automobile accident. Under state law, you are required to stop and provide certain information and to render aid if any person is injured. If you failed to do so in a moment of panic, or made a bad decision, you could be facing charges of hit and run. Penalties are far more severe when bodily injury or death results from the accident.
Our firm also provides legal counsel in all types of personal injury claims. We know how much the amount you get in a settlement or verdict will impact your life, health and future. You can be confident that we will fight for you and your rights, and that we take your case personally. Whether you were injured in a car accident, truck accident, motorcycle accident, in a premises liability case such as a slip & fall or other dangerous situation, we can offer the highest level of client care and service, as well as commitment to you and your case.
Property Damage
Under Minnesota's implied consent law, you are required to take a blood, breath or urine test if you are arrested for DWI. Under the law, if an officer has probable cause to believe that you have been driving or boating while intoxicated, then you consent to taking a chemical test for the purposes of determining your blood alcohol content (BAC). You may also have to submit to these tests if you have not been arrested, or if you have been involved in an accident that had property damage, a serious injury, or death.
More than a fair share of accidents end in injury or death for the individuals involved, and very often there is blame to be placed in these types of incidents. Unfortunately, far too many accidents result not from accidental means, but from some form of reckless or negligent behavior on behalf of one or more individuals involved in an accident. When this is the case, the injuries that result are not only significantly damaging, they are also wrongfully incurred and deserve to be addressed by a legal professional in the field of personal injury law. Therefore, if you were injured in an accident then you should not wait to contact an Anoka County personal injury attorney from Brevik Law for legal representation.
Medical Malpractice
At Brevik Law, we are dedicated to aggressively seeking a successful case outcome for the clients we represent, especially those who have been wrongfully injured in any type of accident. From a car accident to a slip and fall accident to a medical malpractice accident, we are prepared to address any and every injury you may have wrongfully incurred in any type of accident in the state of Minnesota. When you contact our firm, you will be put in contact with an attorney that has been practicing law since 1995, over which time proven strategies and legal methods have been developed to effectively address matters of this nature.