Avery Appelman is a criminal defense lawyer and the founder of Appelman Law Firm in St. Louis Park, MN. His practice is primarily recognized for its work with Minnesota drunk driving and related offenses, but he has 20 years of experience working with clients on drug, assault, theft, traffic, criminal sexual conduct, and prostitution charges in Minnesota. He represents clients throughout the entire Twin Cities metro area, as well as greater Minnesota.
Avery counsels in a way that helps his clients in all aspects of their lives. He partners with clients to streamline the criminal defense process, enabling individuals to assist in their own defense.
Avery enjoys coaching soccer and reading historical / legal fiction. He also volunteers for many organizations throughout the Twin Cities.
Education:
- J.D., 1996, Syracuse University College of Law
- B.A., 1993, Criminology, University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
Organizations:
- 2003-Present – Youth Soccer and Hockey Coach (St. Louis Park Youth Soccer Association, Plymouth Soccer Association, Fusion Soccer Club, Maplebrook Soccer Club, Osseo-Maple Grove Hockey Association)
- 2004-2005 – Chair – Tzedakah Bowl – Minneapolis Jewish Federation
- 2005-2009 – President – Woodland Creek Homeowner’s Association
- 2005-2011- Programming Chair – Young Leadership – Minneapolis Jewish Federation
- 2007 – Chair – Young Men’s Networking – Minneapolis Jewish Federation
- 2007-2013 – Board Member, Pool Chair – Oak Ridge Country Club
- 2010 – Chair – Casino Night – Minneapolis Jewish Federation
- 2011-Present – Osseo-Maple Grove Hockey Association – Board Member: Mite Director, Marketing Director and Junior Gold Director
Continuing Legal Education
- Instructor – Everything but the Trial School 2014, 2015, 2016
- Chair – Chemical Dependency and Criminal Law 2016
American Bar Association Member