Catherine Turner Criminal Defense – Minneapolis, MN

Catherine Turner: Fearless Federal and State Defense

Catherine Turner is a powerhouse in the Minnesota legal community, known for her tenacity and ”badass” approach to criminal defense. Practicing exclusively in criminal law since 2005, she is one of the few attorneys to be a Certified Criminal Law Specialist by the Minnesota State Bar Association. Catherine began her career as a public defender and has since tried over 50 cases to a jury verdict. If you need to find a lawyer who actually enjoys cross-examining police officers and dismantling prosecution theories, Catherine Turner is the advocate you want in your corner. ⚖

Specialized Defense Expertise

Catherine’s practice is focused on serious felonies and complex federal cases. Her key areas of expertise include:

• Federal Defense: Handling high-stakes conspiracy, fraud, and trafficking cases in U.S. District Court.
• Sex Crime Defense: providing aggressive representation for criminal sexual conduct charges, often achieving dismissals or acquittals.
• Drug Crime Defense Lawyers: Defending against manufacturing, distribution, and possession allegations. 💊
• Domestic Violence Lawyers: Protecting clients from the collateral consequences of domestic assault charges.
• Violent Crime Defense: Representing individuals accused of murder, manslaughter, and assault.

A Trial Warrior

Catherine Turner describes herself as a trial attorney first and foremost. She does not look for the easy way out; she prepares every case for battle. Her experience teaching trial skills to other lawyers across the nation speaks to her mastery of the craft. When you order a lawyer from her firm, you are getting a legal strategist who understands how to connect with a jury. If you urgently need a lawyer because you are under investigation by the FBI or facing serious state charges, Catherine’s fearless representation offers your best chance at preserving your freedom. 💼

Elite Recognition

Catherine has been recognized as a Super Lawyer and an Elite Lawyer, honors reserved for the top attorneys in the field. Her background includes working on high-profile cases, including assisting in the defense of Brandon Mayfield. She is deeply committed to criminal justice reform and regularly testifies before the Minnesota Senate. Her clients value her for her directness, her empathy, and her refusal to be intimidated by the power of the state.