Case Results

Another Trial Win for Dan Adkins! A remarkable achievement, as Dan has not lost a contested bench or jury trial since 2013, showcasing his consistent success and expertise in the courtroom.

This particular case revolved around a petitioner who attempted to extend her paranoia to her townhome neighbors. She initially succeeded in obtaining an ex parte order, which meant that she won the first round of the legal battle. However, this victory was merely a preliminary win and did not hold weight in the substantial trial that followed.

Dan Adkins took a strategic and thorough approach during the cross-examination of the petitioner. He patiently and skillfully questioned her, exposing inconsistencies in her claims and arguments. This meticulous approach led to the matter being dismissed from the bench—a rare outcome, as judges generally prefer to deliberate and issue rulings after considering all aspects of a case. This immediate dismissal signifies a resounding victory for Dan and his client.

Stay of imposition plea to an amended count of failing to drive with due care. After the client completes minimal terms of probation, the conviction level will be reduced to a petty misdemeanor - making the end game a petty traffic violation. Mr. Gempeler raised a valid stop-issue argument that led to such an incredible offer. Even though we wanted to bring the fight still, the client simply could not turn down such a fantastic outcome.

Continuance for dismissal. Client and his wife got into a dispute that turned ugly. He knew he was in the wrong and took immediate steps to rectify it. He enrolled and completed multiple therapy sessions designed to address underlying mental health issues that resulted in anger and aggression. His wife remained supportive, understanding that these underlying issues were the cause of what happened. Mr. Gempeler successfully leveraged this into getting this phenomenal plea deal - literally the best plea deal available. Client is thrilled that he can move past this mistake without it jeopardizing his future.

Stay of Adjudication, an inconceivable result, after the complaint was drafted... this gentleman, who was on an epic (and likely life-ending) bender, was confronted by his teenage son, and then five police officers--and he did not react well. The entire event is videotaped, including our man stealing a taser and attempting to further harm an officer. He narrowly avoided a felony complaint, but the city was not happy to receive him... until Dan and the client proved his sobriety, and his commitment to his family, and his career as an E.R. nurse. The result? Staggering success, no jail, no loss of employment, a couple of utterly heartfelt apology letters to the officers (and his son) involved, and another amazing win for North Star.

North Star successfully secured a stay of adjudication for our client, who faced two challenging charges of theft within her family. This outcome was achieved after she demonstrated remarkable dedication by fully pre-paying the required restitution prior to the court proceedings. This case illustrates the importance of perseverance, innovative strategies, and a strong sense of accountability, especially when confronting daunting circumstances. Despite the adverse facts, Dan was able to navigate the situation effectively, delivering results that surpass those achieved by many other national firms handling similar cases. Dan's commitment and creativity in difficult situations truly set us him apart in the legal field.

Another trial win for Dan Adkins! Celebrating an impressive streak, Dan has not lost a contested bench or full jury trial since 2013, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to his clients and his skill in the courtroom.

In this case, Dan successfully defeated a petition for a full Order for Protection (OFP) brought by a seasoned former prosecutor on behalf of the client’s own son. The Court denied the OFP in full, a critical result for Dan’s client—a licensed carry-permit holder—who faced the potential loss of the ability to defend his own homestead with a firearm. An adverse finding could have triggered severe restrictions, jeopardizing not only his Second Amendment rights but also casting a shadow over his personal and professional life. This outcome ensured those rights remained intact and protected his future from far-reaching consequences.

Stay of adjudication to the disorderly conduct charge and the two domestic charges are dismissed. What's more - the terms of probation are merely a small fine and no same or similar - that's it. A truly remarkable outcome for a gross misdemeanor domestic out of Minneapolis. The Judge was even surprised by such an outcome, but these fantastic negotiations are commonplace with the North Star team. The client was nervous as heck leading into the hearing, but beyond relieved walking out, knowing that what happened won't define him or hold him back moving forward.

Plea to two amended counts of gross misdemeanor tax crimes with no time to serve and minimal terms of probation. The client had no real defense to a lengthy history of failing to file tax returns. After years of negotiations, legal arguments, and wearing down of the prosecutor, Mr. Gempeler was finally able to get a non-felony outcome - which the client so desperately wanted to avoid. The tactic that paid off was being on top of case law developments. There is a new case heading to the Court of Appeals that centered on an issue that was highly relevant to this case. Understanding this, new leverage for negotiations led to such an incredible outcome for the client.