Tom Kuesel

Tom Kuesel has served Northern Minnesota as a dedicated criminal defense and personal injury attorney since 1997. Certified as a Criminal Law Specialist by the Minnesota State Bar Associationa distinction earned by fewer than 3% of Minnesota lawyersour practice combines rigorous legal expertise with compassionate client advocacy. With experience handling cases ranging from DWI to First Degree Murder, we prioritize client success through strategic defense and trial readiness. Our personal injury practice focuses on challenging insurance companies to secure fair compensation, demonstrated by a landmark $156,000 verdict against a $2,500 offer. We specialize in wrongful death cases requiring immediate evidence preservation and employ top local investigators to protect client interests.

Our unique criminal defense background provides critical advantages in restraining order cases, whether defending against false allegations or protecting genuine victims. Licensed in Minnesota State and Federal Courts, we serve clients from Bemidji to Duluth, Moorhead to International Falls, maintaining membership in the Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and a Cum Laude record from William Mitchell College of Law. Our commitment to transparency includes flat-fee pricing for criminal cases after initial consultations, ensuring clients understand costs upfront. With a track record of acquittals, dismissals, and successful appeals, we combine legal excellence with community-rooted service.