Earl Wins
Bio
Earl started Trek and Trust Law with the dream of representing clients the way he would want to be represented. He did not want his clients to feel like they were shopping for a used car when they came in for an initial consult. Instead, Earl committed himself to providing candid, honest feedback even if it is tough for the client to hear. That sometimes means telling prospective clients not to hire him because they don’t actually need an attorney to accomplish their goal.
Earl started his adult life at the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, ND where he earned a double major in Information Systems and Management. After spending a decade in Corporate America, Earl enrolled in graduate school where he earned his Master’s of Business Administration. It was during this degree program that Earl realized he did not want a job that an MBA would get him. He wanted work where he could make a difference in the life of an individual. The summer Earl graduated with his MBA, he immediately enrolled in the law program at William Mitchell (now Mitchell Hamline).
After passing the bar, Earl went to work for a private criminal defense firm in St. Cloud, MN. Shortly after joining that firm, Earl became an assistant Public Defender in Mille Lacs County where he handled hundreds of cases and gained a wealth of trial experience. Earl also began representing parents facing issues with Child Protection and became intimately familiar with that specialized area of law. Earl then branched into family law and found another passion. This blend of experience in areas of law that often overlap can be difficult to find without hiring multiple attorneys.
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
- Criminal Defense
- Child Protection
Bar Admissions
- Minnesota
Education
- William Mitchell School of Law, J.D. 2016, Magna Cum Laude
- Hamline University, M.B.A., 2012
- University of North Dakota, B.B.A. Information Systems, B.B.A. Management, 2008
Testimonials
Earl is a great attorney. He is a wealth of knowledge and incredibly responsive to his client's needs. I would recommend him to anyone.
Maggie K.
Earl has been amazing to work with. He responds very quickly to both emails and phone calls. He was very patient and professional when having to deal with my ex. He will be my first call…
Chris M.
Right out of the gate, Earl was upfront, honest without making promises and he went right to work on my case. He kept in contact as much as he could through email and he did everything…
Joe C.
Earl Wins: the lawyer who'll make you laugh, cry (tears of joy), and maybe even dance with joy. Okay, maybe not that last one, but trust me, he's the goods. Social services didn't stand a chance…
Robin F.
I needed a lawyer for my child custody case. I chose Winslaw after consulting with Earl for almost an hour on the phone, he was easy to talk to and put me at ease throughout the…
Dawna C.
My family cannot thank Earl enough for his work and efforts for our family. From the start, Earl listened to our story, was upfront about what to expect, and outlined all possible outcomes. He was an…
Carissa S.
I can’t say enough positive things about Earl. He is personable, thorough, intelligent, and responsive. He helped me achieve the best possible outcome for my unique case. While the entire situation was very stressful and weighed…
Lindsey
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