We have happily been using Mr Manson for years. He is super dependable, professional and reliable in the family law area. He works really hard for his clients. read more

The mother of my kids and her mother tried to paint me as a horrible person. I didn't know who to turn to and I found Robert Manson. He was honest and upfront not only about his price but even worked with me to make it affordable to hire him for his assistance. After a year in court, I came out on top and now I have custody of my 3 boys and I feel amazing. A 7 long year battle finally ended in 1 year. He has a great team especially Amber. Those two alone gave me not only confidence that we can win but also a sense of comfort. This man has YEARS of experience, and it shows. Hire him! read more

You would be better off representing yourself. This attorney does not communicate your case with you. In court he would rush the judge so he could get to another client. He would often change or cancel appointments. My case was a fairly simple divorce case and by having Robert Manson represent me caused me to loose every case and have rapist put on my record. He then sends you a over inflated bill for his lack of service. AVOID THIS ATTORNEY AT ANY COST... read more

I was referred to Mr Manson by a friend. He was willing to meet with me on the weekend. He didn't rush me, and made me feel like he could handle my case. I've been extremely happy with his follow through. I would recommend him to others. A sincere Thank you! read more

I worked with Robert as my attorney for the last 2 years for my custody case. As a unmarried father in Minnesota, the odds are definitely against you. Robert was there for me through and through, and he wouldn't quit fighting for me to have equal parenting time with my son. We just recieved the good news, after going to trial, that we won! I was awarded joint physical/legal custody with my son! I couldn't have done it without him! He's made a bigger impact in my life than he knows! I can't wait to spend quality time with my boy. A special shout out to his assistant Amber as well. If I ever had a question about the small details, she was always there to answer it for me. Thanks again guys!! If you want an attorney that will fight for what you deserve, I'd definitely recommend Robert Manson Law. read more

I hired Mr. Manson to represent me at mediation for a custody issue. He got on great with my boyfriend at the time, comparing stories about the military. My ex even called him and got an immediate response both times. After I broke up with my boyfriend, and after I had given Mr. Manson his flat fee, it was as though I didn't exist. One time I left early for an appointment with him. He walked out 10 minutes late and took back a man who was in the waiting room without so much as acknowledging me Granted, with the level of interaction I had with him after he got his money I would give him the benefit of the doubt that he had no idea who I was. I had to show the woman who worked there an email chain with another employee to prove I had an appointment so that I could see him! I supplied everything that the opposing counsel required as quickly as possible. Financial history, bank statements, social security statements, health records, and the psychiatric evaluation I had agreed to and done the prior year. I would be copied on multiple requests for things I had already submitted. Then I would have to reach out to his office and tell them I had already provided the information. I would then (repeatedly) be told they were "behind on filing" and would take at least a day to confirm they had it. I faxed the information over, primarily, but they also managed to lose hard copies I had brought in. The day of mediation he sends a lawyer I have never met to unexpectedly handle the mediation. She apparently hadn't been briefed at all, because she believed opposing counsel that I never had the exam and asked me about it like I was some crackhead on Judge Judy. Then SHE had to call the office and WAIT while they "found" my files. Everything was there. No agreement could be arrived at during mediation (the judge has repeatedly required mediation and recommends his former law partner). When Mr.Manson came to the hearing with me he effectively didn't say anything. More requirements were stacked on me, including child support and bills. Opposing counsel said my exam was inadmissible because I didn't use my ex husband as a "collateral witness". I had a signed letter from the doctor who ordered the exam stating they do not utilize collateral witnesses whom they gave not also treated. The judge believed every horrible thing my ex husband said about me because Mr. Manson was negligent in his representation. After the hearing I remember sitting across from him over a small table in an adjacent room. I was crying and asked him "I don't understand, what am I supposed to do?" He just shook his head, said "I don't know", and told me he would need more money to do anything else. Don't ever pay a flat fee, folks. Once you do that an attorney has no incentive to work your case. In hindsight, I would have been better off giving my ex-husband the 3 grand directly and cut off the middle man. It's been 4 years and things have been tainted for me with the judge, who has no concern for even *pretending* to be impartial. Some day maybe I will able to afford a competent lawyer. With the cost of child support and non-covered psych exams and $40/hr for supervised visitation that is not looking likely. All because my ex was able to paint me as an unfit parent because I sought treatment for postpartum depression. He makes twice what I do. So he makes sure I never have them even 25% of the time. There is nothing just about any branch of the court system. The person who can afford the best lawyer wins. That said, Mr. Manson is a horrible lawyer who is waiting out his time til retirement. He probably would have already done so if his dog didn't get cancer. I guess, that's the saving grace. At least my hard-earned money went, presumably, to the fight for his dog's life. Save your money and don't hire this man. He preys on people who can't afford better, look up "affordable attorney MN" and he is one of the first people to pop up. Desperate times, like a divorce and custody battle, call for desperate measures. And there are always people who profit off of the hopelessness of others. Please learn from me. read more

Robert Manson was referred to me by a very good friend of mine. She was extremely satisfied with his work with her brother's divorce proceedings. Based on that referral, I had the utmost pleasure in meeting with Robert Manson to discuss my divorce issues. Immediately it was evident that he was focused on what was fair and reasonable for me and my son in the divorce. He was able to provide a safe space for me to discuss my issues, what my goals were and allow me to ask for the things that were needed in making sure I was able to get through the divorce proceedings fairly with his ongoing support. His knowledge and experience of Family Law is invaluable. Especially since he has sat in front of so many Family Law Judges, he really has a wealth of experience in what to expect when there are issues that are being argued between parties in Court. He also was always available when any emergency occurred. He knew exactly what to do, took the appropriate action and was able to advise me on what my next steps were to be. He validated my concerns throughout the process. He also never compromised the safety of myself or my son in any decisions that were made throughout the proceedings. In a time that was very stressful, he made it so much more tolerable. I would recommend Robert Manson anytime for any Family Law issues that one may have. You will be extremely satisfied during a tough season of high stress. read more