Kevin Sieben is a third generation lawyer in the Sieben family from Hastings, Minnesota. From a family steeped in law and politics for over 100 years, Kevin Sieben dedicates his practice to defending those accused.
A graduate of St. John’s University and William Mitchell College of Law, Sieben has worked in Washington, D.C. for Congressman Bill Luther and he has managed legislative campaigns.
Kevin Sieben’s practice has taken him to the four corners of the state representing the accused. In just his first six months in practice he defended an accused in a jury trial that resulted in a not guilty verdict. The jury trials and court appearances have continued. Sieben has helped clients with the most serious felony charges. In 2021/2022, Sieben served as the President of the Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice, an invite only organization limited to 50 lawyers. In 2020, Sieben was selected as Attorney of the year by Minnesota Lawyer for his work helping individuals affected by the pandemic expunge old criminal records. Sieben’s law practice continues to grow and the results stack up.
Kevin Sieben comes from a family of twelve lawyers, numerous legislators, decorated soldiers, mayors, and community activists. His father, Bill Sieben, is a prominent personal injury attorney (Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben). His mother, Joyce, a former educator, is active on the Hastings Public Schools Foundation. His uncle, Harry Sieben, served as Speaker of the Minnesota House of Representatives and as Major General in the Minnesota National Guard. His uncle, Mike Sieben, served in the state legislature for ten years, as did his cousin, Senator Katie Sieben.
His grandfather, Harry Sieben, was appointed U.S. Marshall by President John F. Kennedy and served in the cabinet of Governor Orville Freeman. Kevin’s great-grandfather served as mayor of Hastings, as did his great-great-grandfather, J. George Sieben. Kevin’s great-uncle, James Sieben, was a highly decorated World War II hero (2 silver stars, 2 purple hearts) and served as Adjutant General of the Minnesota National Guard, retiring as a Lieutenant General.
Kevin Sieben is available throughout Minnesota to assist with criminal law matters. Kevin is experienced in Minneapolis Criminal Defense.
“Nothing is more important than protecting our liberties, and I have dedicated my life to doing that.”
- Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice -Past President
- Minnesota State Bar Association
- Assembly Member
- Judiciary Committee
- Dakota County Bar Association – President
- American Bar Association
- Minnesota Supreme Court – Board of Continuing Legal Education
- Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Douglas Amdahl Inn of Court
- Fellow of the American Bar Foundation
- Dakota County Bar Association
- Named a Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters Super Lawyers Publication, 2023
- Received 2022 Top Lawyers award from Minnesota Monthly
- Best Lawyers, 2018- Present
- Selected by Super Lawyers as Rising Star, 2012, 2014 – 2021
- Named Attorney of the Year, Minnesota Lawyer, 2020
- Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition, 2014
Articles
- Kim Potter Could Face Manslaughter Rap in Daunte Wright Shooting: Experts, New York Post, April 2021
- Sieben Edmunds Miller: Triple Advantage Advocacy, Attorney at Law Magazine, January 2020
- Good Question: How Often Do Mistrials Occur, And What Causes Them?, WCCO CBS Minnesota, April 2014
Bar Admissions
- State of Minnesota
- U.S. District Court
Education
- William Mitchell College of Law, JD, 2007
- St. John’s University, BA, 2004
A Note From Kevin…
Being accused of a crime creates great hardship, not only for a defendant, but for the family as well. I not only try to solve problems for those accused, but assist in helping each family cope with the collateral problems associated with accusations.
Recent Blog Posts
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