Appelman Law Firm
Firm Overview
Appelman Law Firm specializes in DWI, assault, theft, traffic, and drug related crimes. Our services consist not only of getting the best possible results for our clients, but providing support for our clients during this difficult time.
Appelman Law Firm is dedicated to offering our clients personal, compassionate and professional criminal representation. Our attorneys understand how difficult being charged with a crime can be. Clients experience anxiety, fear, and confusion about the legal process as well as their rights and obligations. Our attorneys are available 24-hours a day to answer any questions clients have.
At Appelman Law Firm we are concerned not only about our clientsâ defense, but also each clientâs well being. Core to Appelman Law Firm is the knowledge that there is a reasonable solution to every problem our clients are facing. We work with you to ensure that your fundamental constitutional rights are honored throughout every step of this process.
If you or a loved one has been charged with a crime, please call us at (952) 224-2277. We sincerely appreciate the opportunity to represent you.
6465 Wayzata Boulevard
Suite 120
St. Louis Park
MN
55426
- (952) 224-2277
- (952) 345-0289
Avery Appelman
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Avery's greatest strength is his ability to counsel in a way that assists clients in all aspects of their lives. He works in partnership with clients to streamline the judicial process, thereby enabling individuals to assist in their own defense. Mr. Appelman recognizes the impact of criminal proceedings on those surrounding the accused, which is why he also strives to mitigate the effects on clients' friends and family members.
Avery enjoys coaching soccer as well as reading historical and legal fiction. He also volunteers for many organizations throughout the Twin Cities.
- Bar Number: License to practice
Minnesota , 1996
- University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) , 1993
Minneapolis, MN
- Syracuse University College of Law
Juris Doctor (J.D.) , 1996
Syracuse, NY
Geoff Saltzstein
Geoff Saltzstein is an associate attorney at the Appelman Law Firm. He served three years at the Hennepin County Public Defender's Office writing winning motions and supporting briefs. Upon graduating from the University of St. Thomas Law School, Geoff clerked for the Honorable Phillip Bush in the Hennepin County felony division. He brings his experience from behind the bench to the courtroom, compassionately advocating for his clients' rights. Geoff focuses his practice exclusively on criminal and DWI defense.
In his spare time, Geoff volunteers at organizations throughout the Twin Cities/Metro area. He enjoys spending quality time with his fiancee and two bulldogs named, Happy and Charles.
- Bar Number: License to practice
Minnesota , 2009
- University of Michigan
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) , 2000
Ann Arbor, MI
- University of St. Thomas
Juris Doctor (J.D.) , 2009
Minneapolis, MN
Stacy Kaye
Stacy Kaye worked at Appelman Law Firm for three years as a Law Clerk before joining the team as an associate in October 2010. She is well-versed in the legal process, aggressive, and genuinely passionate about her workall qualities of a great defense attorney.
Stacy graduated Magna Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa from Macalester College. She recently received her J.D. from the University of Minnesota Law School.
- Bar Number: License to Practice
Minnesota , 2010
- Macalester College
Bachelor's , 2004
St. Paul, MN
- University of Minnesota Law School
J.D. , 2010
Minneaplis, MN
Adam Goldfine
Adam Goldfine is the newest associate attorney at Appelman Law Firm. Prior to joining the Appelman Law Firm team Adam was a legal intern at the prosecution firm of Campbell Knutson, and operated a legal clinic for individuals experiencing homelessness. Adam has a great understanding of the criminal justice system and takes pride in being passionate about his clients.
Adam is a Minneapolis native and went to college at the University of Kansas prior to receiving his Juris Doctor from William Mitchell College of Law. When he is not in the office Adam can be found either playing or watching basketball.
- University of Kansas
Bachelor of Science , 2008
Lawrence, KS
- William Mitchell College of Law
Juris Doctor (J.D.) , 2011
St. Paul, MN
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