Richard LeRoy | Otsego Criminal Defense Lawyer

Richard LeRoy has devoted his career to protecting the rights of those who need it most. A lifelong Minnesotan, Richard has spent nearly 30 years working with clients across the state in cases ranging from low-level drug crimes to first-degree murder.

Before founding Universal Defense, LLC, Richard spent the majority of his career at The Legal Rights Center in the Twin Cities, where he represented a broad range of clients of all ages and backgrounds. It was during his time there that he became a passionate advocate for the basic principle that everyone deserves access to justice.

Richard’s experience is deep and broad. His approach is a blend of thoughtful counsel, aggressive advocacy, and practical considerations. He has extensive experience working in Hennepin County Mental Health Court, a specialized forum handling defendants alleged to have mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, and chemical dependencies. In every case, Richard offers real-world advice and clearly explains to his clients what they are facing, including often-overlooked collateral consequences such as loss of driver’s license.

Position	Organization	Location	Duration
Owner	Universal Defense, LLC	Otsego, MN	Present

School	Degree	Major	Graduation
Hamline University School of Law	J.D.	Law School	1991
Macalester College	Bachelors		1983

State / Court	Date
Minnesota	1991

• Minnesota State Bar Association | Member | 1991 - Present
  Federal Bar Association | Member | 1991 - Present

• Client Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2018
  Award of service recognition. | Hispanic and Native American communities.
  

• MURDER
  NOT GUILTY TO MURDER IN THE 1ST DEGREE.

• DWI
  NOT GUILTY ON ALL COUNTS.

• DOMESTIC ABUSE/ STRANGULATION
  DISMISSED.

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Verified Credentials	Date Verified
(1991) Licensed as Attorney in Minnesota. Verified with Minnesota Judicial Branch.	January 24, 2020

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