Business Details
Trusted Criminal Defense and Personal Injury Lawyers in Rochester, MN
At Schatz Law Firm, we specialize in providing comprehensive legal representation for individuals facing criminal charges, personal injury cases, workers' compensation claims, and bankruptcy matters. Our team of experienced attorneys, led by Michael Schatz, brings extensive courtroom expertise and a commitment to protecting clients' rights across Olmsted County, MN, and surrounding areas. With a focus on aggressive advocacy and personalized guidance, we handle complex legal challenges including assault and battery, drug crimes, theft offenses, motor vehicle accidents, and premises liability cases.Our practice also extends to debt negotiation and expungement services, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions for their unique circumstances. Backed by memberships in professional organizations such as the Minnesota Association for Justice and the Olmsted County Bar Association, we maintain a strong dedication to legal excellence and community service. Our office in Rochester, MN, serves as a central hub for clients seeking dependable legal counsel and strategic defense strategies designed to achieve favorable outcomes.
Services
Criminal Defense
Drug Crimes
Theft Crimes
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Workers' Compensation
Bankruptcy
Premises Liability
DUI/DWI Defense
Cannabis Expungement
Settlement Negotiations
Highlights and features
- We offer free initial consultations for all cases
- Our attorneys have extensive courtroom experience in criminal defense
- We serve clients across Olmsted County and surrounding areas
- Our practice covers multiple legal specialties including bankruptcy and expungement
- We provide personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's needs
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice handles assault and battery charges, drug crimes, theft offenses, and related legal matters. We provide aggressive courtroom representation while protecting clients' constitutional rights. Our attorneys develop strategic defense approaches tailored to each case's specific circumstances.
Motor Vehicle Accidents
We represent clients injured in auto, motorcycle, and truck accidents. Our team advocates for compensation covering medical expenses, lost wages, and long-term disability. We handle insurance negotiations and litigation to ensure fair recovery for accident victims.
Workers' Compensation
Our workers' compensation services assist clients with on-the-job injury claims. We guide clients through the benefits process, challenge denied claims, and represent clients in disputes with employers or insurance companies to secure rightful compensation.
Bankruptcy
We provide bankruptcy solutions including Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 filings. Our attorneys help clients eliminate debt, negotiate settlements, and create financial recovery plans while ensuring compliance with federal and state bankruptcy laws.
Premises Liability
Our premises liability practice handles injury cases caused by property owner negligence. We investigate incidents, document evidence, and pursue compensation for medical costs and related damages from negligent property owners.
People
Michael Schatz
Attorney
Michael Schatz has practiced law for over 10 years, specializing in criminal defense, workers' compensation, and personal injury cases. He holds memberships in multiple legal associations and provides free initial consultations for all cases.
Bill Murray
Attorney
Bill Murray focuses on criminal defense and bankruptcy cases, with particular expertise in DWI defense. He received his Juris Doctor from the University of South Dakota and has clerkship experience in Minnesota's Third Judicial District Court.
Elma
Paralegal
Elma manages office operations, assists clients with case documentation, schedules appointments, and coordinates payments. She serves as the primary point of contact for client inquiries and case updates.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve clients in Rochester, MN, and surrounding areas including Olmsted County, Wabasha County, Dodge County, Winona, and Owatonna.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for all criminal defense, personal injury, workers' compensation, and bankruptcy cases.
What practice areas do you handle?
Our firm specializes in criminal defense, personal injury claims, workers' compensation, bankruptcy, premises liability, and cannabis expungement cases.
How experienced are your attorneys?
Our attorneys have combined decades of experience, including trial experience in Minnesota courts and memberships in professional legal organizations.
Reviews (3)
Annie Fossum
Nov 22, 2021
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If you need a good lawyer would highly recommend Mike, very understanding and professional, 100% in your corner and will fight for you every step of the way. A lawyer u can actually trust with your case and have confidence with, could not have asked for a better outcome. Overall good guy in general and easy to work with.
Karl Holladay
Dec 12, 2019
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when I first asked him if he could represent me in a self-defense case. in which they were trying to charge me with a felony. He did not try to BS me or over build my confidence in him. He was very professional and straight to the point.
my case was dropped before it went to court. Thanks Mike for being willing to represent me. Job well done!
my case was dropped before it went to court. Thanks Mike for being willing to represent me. Job well done!
Anh Pham
Nov 27, 2019
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Mike is a very sincere and resourceful lawyer. When he's asked questions, he is inviting and informative rather than holding any judgment for those without legal knowledge. He also considers options out of the norm and is a progressive thinker regarding the legal system and the ways he can make it better.
