Bad things can happen to good people. When they do, you need a good attorney.

With 40 years of experience as a criminal trial lawyer, David Valentini, selected as one of “The Best Lawyers in America,” handles his clients’ cases with aggressive representation and personal care. David specializes in DUI/DWI defense and has successfully defended thousands of cases.

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Practice Areas

DUI

Our law firm offers dedicated legal representation for clients facing DUI charges, providing skilled defense strategies to challenge evidence, protect your rights, and minimize consequences. We understand the complexities of DUI law and the severe impact a conviction can have on your life.

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Criminal Practice Areas

Our law firm provides comprehensive legal representation across various criminal practice areas, including white-collar crimes, drug offenses, theft, and violent crimes. We combine in-depth legal knowledge with strategic defense tactics to protect your rights and pursue the best possible outcomes.

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Meet the Team

Derek Hansen

Derek Hansen

  • • Recognized as Super Lawyer Rising Star since 2018
  • • Successfully tried homicide, criminal sexual misconduct, and assault cases to jury verdict
  • • Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Board Member

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Isabel McClure

Isabel McClure

  • • Nominated as Super Lawyer Rising Star
  • • Anoka County Drug Court Defense Attorney
  • • Clerked for Supreme Court Justice Margaret Chutich

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David Valentini

David Valentini

  • • Top 40 Criminal Defense Lawyer in Minnesota Law & Politics and Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine
  • • Recognized as a Super Lawyer annually
  • • Former President of Minnesota Association of Defense Criminal and Minnesota Society Criminal Justice

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Deb Unger

Deb Unger

  • • Joined Valentini Law, P.A. in 2000
  • • Over 20+ years of paralegal experience
  • • Paralegal Certificate from Minnesota Paralegal Institute

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What our Clients are Saying

  • “David, you are definitely appreciated. Thanks for saving me. I couldn’t have asked for anything, anyone, better. I’m happy with all results—I can’t believe you got me my license back! Thanks so much.”

    Anonymous

  • “Team Valentini, Big thank you to all of you. I really appreciate the attention to detail and helping me through this process. Given the situation I don’t think it could have worked out any better. Thanks again.”

    D. B.

  • “David, Thank you for your outstanding work on getting my charges reduced. You have certainly earned my trust. Rest assured that I will be recommending your services to my family and friends if they ever get in a ‘pinch.’”

    E. O.

  • “Dear Mr. Valentini, Thank you so much for all of the help this summer. I made a dumb mistake, and without your help it would have stayed with me for the rest of my life. The whole situation turned out as well as I could have hoped. Thank

    N. M.

  • “David, Thank you very much to everyone at your law firm for helping me out with my unfortunate situation. You did an excellent job representing me and also keeping me up to date of my legal situation. I will definitely refer anyone and everyone looking for legal representation to your firm.”

    N. W.

  • “Dear David, I cannot begin to thank you for being with me during one of the most painful experiences of my life. From my initial phone call, you and your firm were there for me. I thank you for your expertise, not judging, and for making me feel everything would work out.”

    Anonymous

  • “David, I would like to thank you for the wonderful job you did with my case. I am so glad that you were able to represent me in such a successful way. I was pretty uneasy about the whole legal process, but thanks to you and your firm all my worries and doubts were eased. You made the whole situation a lot easier on me and I really appreciate it. It was a relief to have representation that I could trust, and one that would actually fight for me. It would be my pleasure to pass your name to anyone that might need your services.”

    J. S.

  • “Dear David, Thank you for the kindness you showed from start to finish. I appreciate the time, effort, and heart that you put into my case and with an end result that couldn’t have been better.”

    R. K.

  • “A friend referred me to Attorney David Valentini. And despite eventually not needing his services he was understanding, personable, helpful & very informational. His staff was professional, thorough & very kind. I think in life you always want to be helpful & do what you can when you can, but when people represent who they work for & do just that, it is very impressive & very much appreciated. It’s things like that that make everyone’s day better. I am inspired to continue to pay it forward. I know I can definitely recommend his firm proudly. And if I need Valentini Law Firm, I WILL meet with them again. Thank you; Kori, Deb & of course David so much for all your help!”

    H. H.

  • “Dear David, Friend to friend, parent to parent, we want to acknowledge your kindness and great skill in representing [our son] last spring. It was grace beyond measure, to a young man in a difficult place.”

    Anonymous

  • “David. You are unbelievable. You are the best of the best in your field. Thank you for the comfort, protection and outcome in the handling of my case. It provided me great comfort after our initial meeting to have you on my side. I’ll always be thankful for the blessing of your talent working on my behalf.”

    N. J.

  • “David, I wanted to thank you for all that you have done for me regarding my recent legal issues. I feel extremely fortunate to have had you in my corner. I cannot express to you my full gratitude. During this process I have gotten to know you as a very caring, honorable and ethical person.”

    B. C.

  • “David, Thank you so much for representing me in my DWI case. You eased my anxiety and got me great results. I have such respect for you as an attorney and of course will highly recommend you to anyone in a similar situation.”

    S. M.

  • “David, I can’t thank you and your firm enough for the fantastic service, counsel and results! I couldn’t imagine having a better experience during what is normally an even more stressful and difficult time. It is always a pleasure to watch a master practice their craft and you are no exception. I recently referred a friend’s family member to you and will continue to do so. You are simply the best!”

    S. A.

  • “David, I wanted to thank you for your help with my DUI charge. It was a pleasure working with you and the results of your efforts went way beyond my expectations.”

    D. W.

  • “David, Thank you, ever so much, for representing me and helping me through this most difficult and embarrassing time in my life. Your kindness and your humor helped me cope, beyond any words I might express to you.”

    Anonymous

  • “Dear David, Thank you again for your expertise and efforts which yielded such an excellent result in my case. Clearly, you’re the best—and I am grateful. Although I believe (hope) that those of my friends who are aware of this situation have learned from my mistake, you can certainly be assured that, if asked, I would recommend you without reservation! Thanks again for all you and your staff did to help me through this.”

    C. B.

  • “David, Thank you so much for your help with [our son’s] case. We ended up with the best possible outcome because of you. But even more, I want you to know how much I appreciate your conversations and advice to [our son]. You talked to him like a dad and he listened! Thanks for everything!”

    Anonymous

  • “Dear David, I wanted to take a moment to once again express my deepest gratitude to you and your staff- Kori especially! As I’m sure you hear a lot, this is troubled territory in which I never expected to find myself. Your confidence, sincerity, concern and extreme capability did so much to help ease my nerves. Thank you is simply not adequate, but thank you. You are a class act, and I am forever grateful.”

    B. R.

  • “Isabel did an amazing job for me. Very professional, and it made me at ease with my process of my case. I would highly recommend her.”

    Kelly

  • “Isabel was so kind, listened to what I had to say & really showed her interest in getting the best outcome for my future! She and her team were extremely easy to work with & made sure to communicate with me as needed!”

    Anonymous

  • “Dear David, I just wanted to say thank you again for representing my case. I truly appreciate all the time you spent in researching the details of the case and to you and Kori for answering my endless questions!”

    J. N.