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Rick Sand
Biography
Rick Sand is a criminal defense attorney that focuses his practice on representing individuals that have been charged with misdemeanors, felonies, and DUI. A graduate of the University of St. Thomas School of Law, he is a licensed attorney in North Dakota, Minnesota, and Arizona.
Mr. Sand has been recognized by Super Lawyers since 2017. He has also been recognized for his outstanding advocacy by the American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys, the American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys, Lawyers of Distinction, AVVO, Martindale-Hubbell, the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys, the American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys, America's Top 100 Attorneys, and the National Trial Lawyers Association.
During law school, Mr. Sand worked for the Alaska Department of Administration’s Office of Public Advocacy. While at the Office of Public Advocacy Mr. Sand advocated for indigent clients accused of criminal offenses within the Municipality of Anchorage. He has also worked with the Arizona Justice Project in an effort to help inmates overturn wrongful convictions and has worked as contract counsel for the North Dakota Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents.
Mr. Sand has been a coach for Special Olympics, coaching a variety of sports and volunteering for the Special Olympics Winter World Games in Boise, Idaho.
Mr. Sand enjoys hunting and fishing as well as spending time outdoors.
Practice Areas
DUI & DWI
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Medical Malpractice
Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
White Collar Crime
Products Liability
Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Law Clerk Arizona Justice Project
Year: 2010 - 2011
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Law Clerk Office Of Public Advocacy
Year: 2012
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Bar Certified Legal Intern Office of Public Advocacy- Alaska Department of Administration
Year: 2012
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Owner Sand Law, PLLC
Year: 2013 - Current
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Professional Associations
American Bar Association Member (Current)
Arizona Bar Association Member (Current)
Maricopa County Bar Association Member (Current)
North Dakota Bar Association Member (Current)
North Dakota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Member (Current)
State Bar of North Dakota  # 07758 Member (Current)
Publications
Oilfield Injuries | Third Party Liability & Worker’s Compensation Sand Law North Dakota (2018)
The Consequences of Misdemeanor and Felony Theft in North Dakota Sand Law North Dakota (2019)
NORTH DAKOTA FEDERAL CHARGES Sand Law North Dakota (2017)
Awards
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10 Best Client Satisfaction Award
American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys 2016.0
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Top 40 under 40
National Trial Lawyers Association 2016.0
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10 Best Under 40
American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys 2016.0
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Distinguished Lawyer
Lawyers of Distinction 2018.0
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10.0 Rating
Justia Inc 2023.0
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Rising Star
Super Lawyers 2022.0
Note: Selected To Rising Stars: 2017 - 2022
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10 Best for Client Satisfaction
American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys 2016.0
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Top Personal Injury Attorney
America's Top 100 Attorneys 2019.0
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10 Best for Client Satisfaction
American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys 2016.0
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Honoree
American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys 2019.0
Education
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University of Saint Thomas B.S. (2007)
Honors: Studied International Conflict Resolution in London, England and Belfast, Northern Ireland, studied Real Estate Development and Land Use trends in Italy, Real Estate Society member
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Hamline University School of Law (2011) Bioethics & Health Law
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University of St. Thomas, Minnesota School of Law J.D. (2012) | Law Degree
Honors: Bankruptcy Clinic with Hinshaw & Culbertson, Director of the Journal of Law and Public Policy
Speaking Engagements
The Practice of Law in a Rural Setting, University of St. Thomas Out-State Practice Cooperative, 2017
The Practice of Law in a Rural Setting, University of St. Thomas Out-State Practice Cooperative, 2017
Websites
https://www.sandlawnd.com/
Sand Law, PLLC Website
https://www.sandlawnd.com/our-team/rick-sand/
Rick Sand's Website Profile
Sand Law, PLLC
Williston Location
125 Main Street, #215, Williston, ND 58801
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Watford City Location
340 Main St N Suite 209, PO Box 1933, Watford City, ND 58854
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Bismarck Location
1701 Burnt Boat Dr #201, Bismarck, ND 58503
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Minot Location
24 Main Street North, Suite J, Minot, ND 58703
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Fargo Location
1531 32nd Ave S Suite 102A, Fargo, ND 58103
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