Licensed to practice law in Minnesota
Scott M. Johnson, Esq.
- Free consultations up to 30 minutes.
- Serving Albert Lea, Austin, Faribault, Mankato, Owatonna, Rochester, St. Peter, and the Twin Cities.
- Direct, plainspoken guidance from the first call through the next step.
About Scott
A courtroom-tested lawyer with a grounded approach.
Scott graduated from the University of Wisconsin La Crosse with honors in Political Science and Public Administration before earning his law degree from Valparaiso University School of Law.
During law school, he worked in the Post-Conviction Clinic representing non-violent drug offenders petitioning the courts for clemency. After graduation, he worked for Thomson Reuters in the Twin Cities, clerked for a judicial officer on the Iron Range, and served as a public defender for five years before opening his own firm.
Hands-on advocacy
Built on clinic work, clerkship experience, and years of public defense.
Clear communication
Clients get practical answers, realistic expectations, and a direct line to the attorney handling the matter.
Southern Minnesota roots
Outside the office, Scott enjoys hiking with his golden retriever Hugo and fishing.
Certifications
Education, licensing, and professional foundation.
Education and Bar Admission
- Bachelor of Science, University of Wisconsin La Crosse, 2013, with honors society distinction.
- Valparaiso University School of Law, 2016, including student attorney licensure in 2014.
- Admitted to the Minnesota State Bar in 2017.
Professional Experience
Scott has worked in post-conviction advocacy, legal publishing, the Minnesota judiciary, and public defense. That range informs a practical approach built for clients who need answers fast and strategy that holds up under pressure.
- Post-Conviction Clinic representation for clemency petitions.
- Thomson Reuters legal work in the Twin Cities.
- Judicial clerkship on Minnesota's Iron Range.
- Five years as a public defender before founding his own firm.
Areas of Practice
Criminal and Driving Matters
- Criminal defense
- DWI
- License revocations
- Traffic tickets
Drug, Violence, and Property Charges
- Drug possession/sales
- Assault crimes
- Theft/embezzlement
- Burglary charges
Internet, Sexual Allegations, and Rights Restoration
- Internet crimes
- Allegations of sexual misconduct
- Expungements
- Gun rights
Planning, Business, and Protective Orders
- Estate planning
- Business law
- HROs
Property, Land Use, and Outdoor Violations
- Zoning law
- Hunting fishing violations
- Landlord tenant issues
If you have a legal issue, please call Scott at 507-475-6380 to schedule a free consultation, up to 30 minutes.
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