Schatz Law Firm - Rochester, MN

Tenacious Criminal Defense and Injury Advocacy in Rochester, Minnesota

Facing criminal prosecution or recovering from a severe physical trauma can instantly disrupt your personal life, family security, and livelihood. Located at 44 4th Street SE in Rochester, directly across from the Olmsted County Courthouse, Schatz Law Firm provides assertive, accessible legal representation throughout Southeastern Minnesota. Founding attorney Michael Schatz, a graduate of Hamline University School of Law with more than a decade of courtroom experience, established the firm to give individuals a genuine trial advocate during high-stakes situations. Alongside trial attorney and former judicial law clerk William Murray, the legal team understands how local prosecutors prepare cases and how insurance claims adjusters attempt to undervalue claims. When you need an attorney who will communicate transparently, explain your statutory rights, and stand beside you before judges and juries, Schatz Law Firm delivers the focused advocacy necessary to secure the best possible outcome.

Vigorous Defense Against Criminal and Traffic Allegations

In Minnesota, criminal convictions carry severe long-term repercussions, including incarceration, heavy fines, loss of civil rights, and a permanent criminal record. Schatz Law Firm scrutinizes police reports, search warrants, and body camera footage to identify constitutional violations and build compelling defenses:

• DUI and DWI defense lawyers advocacy: Challenging blood, breath, and urine chemical test validity, calibration logs, and reasonable suspicion for traffic stops, while aggressively contesting administrative driver license revocations.
• Drug crime defense lawyers counsel: Defending clients facing controlled substance allegations, from simple marijuana and prescription drug possession to felony distribution, manufacturing, and trafficking.
• Violent crime defense lawyers representation: Providing strategic defense against domestic assault, misdemeanor assault, felony battery, disorderly conduct, and weapons charges.
• Theft and burglary defense lawyers services: Representing individuals accused of petit larceny, grand theft, credit card fraud, embezzlement, and commercial burglary.
• Traffic ticket lawyers assistance: Assisting drivers cited for reckless driving, driving after suspension or revocation, excessive speeding, and vehicular offenses.

Dedicated Representation for Accident Victims and Injured Workers

Beyond its criminal defense practice, Schatz Law Firm represents individuals who have suffered debilitating physical harm due to corporate or individual negligence. Navigating Minnesota no-fault insurance statutes and personal injury thresholds can be daunting without experienced counsel:

• Car accident lawyers representation: Investigating multi-vehicle collisions, rear-end accidents, and distracted driving crashes on Highway 52, Highway 14, and local roadways to recover full compensation for medical care and lost income.
• Slip and fall injury lawyers claims: Holding property owners, landlords, and retailers liable for hazardous premises conditions, icy walkways, and negligent security.
• Workers compensation lawyers guidance: Helping injured employees secure wage loss benefits, vocational rehabilitation, and medical care coverage following workplace injuries.

If you are looking to find a lawyer who is deeply invested in your recovery and liberty, Schatz Law Firm offers free initial consultations. When you choose to hire an attorney from this Rochester team, you gain tireless champions committed to protecting your future.