Douglas T. Kans
If you’ve been charged with a crime, your choice of lawyer may just be the most important decision you’ll ever make. It is important to note, then, that Douglas T. Kans established the Kans Law Firm, LLC with only one goal – to defend individuals charged with criminal offenses and provide them with the best possible defense.
Mr. Kans is highly respected among his peers in the legal community. He is often sought for his opinion by the media on various legal topics relating to DWI and Criminal Defense. Quite often, he is asked to lecture or speak at seminars for other lawyers on various topics pertaining to criminal law or drunk driving related issues. He has also been selected as a “Top 100” trial lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers.
For more than 25 years, Douglas T. Kans has devoted his law practice to DWI defense, defending individuals who have been charged with crimes. Over this extended period of time, he has litigated and negotiated countless criminal cases throughout his career, thus garnering a remarkable reputation and earning the respect of fellow colleagues, prosecutors, and even judges from all over the state of Minnesota. While he has numerous achievements to be proud of, none of them is as important as the sense of personal satisfaction he receives from working hard and helping his clients achieve positive, advantageous results.
Mr. Kans, a former prosecutor, previously prosecuted countless criminal offenses. It is these experiences that have given him the ability to look at all his cases through the eyes of a prosecutor, thus helping him create the best legal strategies possible in defense of the firm’s clients.
Mr. Kans also maintains close, quality relationships with the clients he works with, treating every single one with respect and integrity with regard to their objectives, goals, and needs. He listens and communicates openly with his clients, and explains to them everything they need to know about state and federal laws, as well as the unique challenges of Minnesota DUIs.
Douglas T. Kans studied at the University of Maryland at College Park, graduating in 1989 from the prestigious Robert H. Smith School of Business with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management, and then earning his Juris Doctorate from the William Mitchell College of Law in St. Paul. He is licensed in both Federal and State Court, and is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the National College for DUI Defense, and the Minnesota State Bar Association.
Brady Cysiewski – Attorney at Law
Brady Cysiewski studied at Hamline University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies. In his time at Hamline, he competed in the American Mock Trial Association. After graduating he went on to earn his Juris Doctor at Mitchell Hamline School of Law in St. Paul, Minnesota. He is currently licensed in the State of Minnesota, and the Federal Courts United States District Court of Minnesota.
While in law school, Brady worked at a private firm, assisting in criminal defense matters throughout Minnesota. Following graduation from Mitchell Hamline, Mr. Cysiewski continued working with the private firm, representing a range of clients from misdemeanor charges to felony charges.
Brady works to provide the best representation possible through clear and honest communication. He applies his experience in criminal defense to inform his clients of possible outcomes, their legal challenges, and ways to get the best outcome possible.
When away from the office, Mr. Cysiewski enjoys spending time with his wife and kids, playing board games, and card games.
Gerard Mannion – Attorney at Law
Gerard W. Mannion is a criminal defense attorney who cares deeply about the well-being of his clients. With every case he works, Gerard fights tirelessly to ensure that his clients achieve the best outcome possible while establishing lasting connections with everyone involved.
Originally from Billings, Montana, Gerard has legal experience spanning across three states that includes judicial clerkship, federal criminal defense, and civil litigation. Gerard also spent multiple years in the banking and restaurant industries before moving to Minnesota to join the firm.
Gerard earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Montana State University – Billings before earning his Juris Doctor from the University of Wyoming College of Law. He is currently licensed in Minnesota and a member of the Minnesota State Bar Association.
When not at the office, Gerry enjoys spending time with his friends, dog and enjoying the great outdoors. He loves to hike, fish and he enjoys everything football. His greatest claim to fame is, while hiking in Montana, coming face to face with a very surprised and very large Brown Bear and her cubs. We are very happy that Gerry survived that encounter to become the zealous advocate that he is for our clients.
