About
Andrew C. Wilson is a skilled Minneapolis criminal defense attorney whose courtroom talent emerged before earning his law degree. His early victory in a jury trial set the stage for a career defined by strategic litigation and high-stakes appellate work. Andrew continues to fight for his clients in Minnesota’s jury trials, bench trials, appeals, and Title IX proceedings.
Andrew earned his Juris Doctor from Mitchell Hamline School of Law in 2016, graduating magna cum laude. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Saint Olaf College, completed in 2011. His academic rigor has laid a strong foundation for his accomplished legal career, which has combined theoretical insight with courtroom acumen.
Andrew has represented clients in district courts throughout Minnesota and argued cases before the Minnesota Supreme Court, the Minnesota Court of Appeals, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit. Notably, in 2022, he secured a reversal of a felony assault conviction via stipulation, along with other appellate victories, including overturning Title IX rulings and contesting mandatory life sentences.
Known for his empathy and transparency, Andrew provides strategic, straightforward legal advice to clients facing criminal charges. He focuses on reducing stress with clear communication, personalized defense strategies, and practical guidance at every step of the process. To keep quality representation accessible, he offers free consultations and flexible, customized payment plans.
Recognized as a 2024 Up and Coming Attorney by Minnesota Lawyer, and a SuperLawyers Rising Star since 2020, Andrew has earned numerous accolades, including Top 40 Under 40 in Criminal Defense. He is a frequent guest lecturer and a contributor to Minnesota’s DWI Deskbook, a vital legal resource for practitioners statewide.
Andrew C. Wilson remains committed to high-level defense work, consistently championing the rights of individuals across Minnesota’s legal landscape.
Law Office Affiliations
- Managing Attorney, Wilson & Clas
- Member, Minnesota State Bar Association
Licensed State
- Minnesota
Education
- Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - Saint Olaf College
Undergraduate
Awards & Badges

- Drug Crime
- DUI & DWI
- Expungement
- Juvenile
- Sex Crimes
- Speeding & Traffic Tickets
- Domestic Violence
- Probate




