Derek A. Patrin

Derek A. Patrin is a Minnesota attorney and owner who focuses on DWI defense, DUI matters, traffic violations, and criminal law. He has practiced in DWI defense since 2001 and has handled thousands of DWI cases. His work helps clients address criminal charges, license revocation issues, testing challenges, and court procedures that can affect driving privileges, employment, family responsibilities, and future opportunities.

Patrin earned a J.D., cum laude, from the University of Minnesota Law School in 1998. He received a B.S. from the University of Minnesota in 1996, with majors in International Relations and Chinese Language and Literature. His education supports a practice built on legal analysis, advocacy, writing, and careful case preparation. That background helps him evaluate DWI charges, review evidence, and explain legal options clearly.

Patrin began his legal career with Rider, Bennett, Egan & Arundel, a large Minneapolis law firm. He later joined Gerald Miller & Associates, where he handled hundreds of DWI cases. His experience includes DWI license revocation matters, criminal defense issues, and appellate work. Representative cases include Jones v. Commissioner of Public Safety and State v. Brunner, matters involving important DWI-related legal questions.

Derek A. Patrin is admitted in Minnesota and has been recognized by Minnesota Law & Politics as a Rising Star and Super Lawyer in DWI and DUI defense. His DWI license revocation victory in Jones v. Commissioner of Public Safety was featured by Minnesota Lawyer. Patrin helps clients approach DWI and criminal defense matters with focused preparation, courtroom experience, and practical guidance through each stage of the case.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, The DWI Guys, P.A.
• Member, Minnesota State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Minnesota

Education

• University of Minnesota Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Minnesota
  Bachelor of Science (BS)