Carlson & Jones, P.A.

Personal Injury | Serving Buffalo, MN
855-762-6548Experienced Injury, Accident, Family & Criminal Lawyers
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Top Minnesota Personal Injury, Criminal Defense and Family Law Attorneys You Can Turn To With Confidence
When you need a law firm, you want an organization you can trust, one that has the experience and knowledge necessary to protect your best interests and get you the results you need. You want an ally you can turn to with confidence.
At Carlson & Jones, P.A., we are that law firm. With four office locations in Buffalo, Brainerd, Hutchinson, Minnetonka, Minnesota — and lawyers with over 55 years of combined experience — we are the firm clients trust to get the job done correctly. Our comprehensive approach is designed to help clients get the best resolution possible, as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Contact us today if you need legal assistance with any of the following:
- Personal Injury
- Animal Bites
- Birth Injury
- Brain Injury
- Cannabis Law
- Car Accidents
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Criminal Defense
- DUI/DWI
- Divorce
- Domestic Violence & Neglect
- Drug Violations
- Family Law
- Father's Rights
- Nursing Home Abuse
- Premises Liability
- Products Liability
- Same-Sex Family Law
- Sex Offenses
- Trucking Accidents
- While Collar Crimes
- Wrongful Death
- Accidents & Injuries
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
Call 855-762-6548 today to arrange your free initial consultation.
John J. Carlson
Named Best Minnesota Personal Injury Lawyer, John J. Carlson is an experienced, successful trial attorney who has obtained millions of dollars in awards and settlements for his clients. 100% of his practice is devoted to litigation.
Bar Admissions:
- Minnesota, 1989
- U.S. District Court District of Minnesota, 1989
Education:
- University of Minnesota School of Law, J.D.
- Bemidji State University, B.S.
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Minnesota Association for Justice
- Minnesota State Bar Association
- Minnesota Super Lawyer, 2009
- “Who’s Who in Personal Injury” in the Minnesota Law and Politics Magazine
- Member of National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Lawyers in the field of Personal Injury
Robert V. Jones
Minnesota Criminal Defense Lawyer, Robert V. Jones has more than 22 years of experience. He has been extremely successful in trying numerous cases in state and federal courts, both at the appellate and trial levels.
Bar Admissions:
- Minnesota
Education:
- William Mitchell College of Law, St. Paul, Minnesota, J.D.
- Bemidji State University, B.S.
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- National Academy of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- “Minnesota Rising Star”, 2004 – 2007
- “Who’s Who in Criminal Law”
- “America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals”
- Member of National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Lawyers in the field of Criminal Defense
Derek J. Rosso
Minnesota Family Law Lawyer, Derek J. Rosso, practices in the areas of Minnesota Family Law and Minnesota Personal Injury Law. Derek joined Carlson & Jones, P.A., in 2010 and is licensed to practice in Minnesota State Courts, Minnesota Federal Court, Minnesota Bankruptcy Court and North Dakota State Court. Derek remains active in his community, volunteering for the Hanover Athletic Assoc., the Buffalo Youth Hockey Assoc. and Central Minnesota Legal Services.
Before joining Carlson & Jones, P.A., Derek graduated with distinction from the University of North Dakota School of Law and served as a law clerk to the Honorable Daniel J. Crothers of the North Dakota Supreme Court.
Derek practices primarily in the area of Minnesota Family Law and Personal Injury, and he is licensed to practice in Minnesota State Courts. He volunteers for Central Minnesota Legal Services and he is a member of the Minnesota State Bar Association and the American Bar Association.
Bar Admissions:
- Minnesota
Education:
- University of North Dakota School of Law. J.D., 2008
- University of Minnesota, B.S., 2005
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Volunteers, Central Minnesota Legal Services
- American Bar Association, Member
- Minnesota State Bar Association, Member
- Moot Court
- Lead Counsel Rated
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Since 1997, the "Lead Counsel Verified" status has been granted to attorneys who possess:
- The Right Professional Experience
- A Spotless Record
The following attorneys at this firm are Lead Counsel Verified:

Robert V. Jones
This attorney practices in Minnesota and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
Practice Area | Year |
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Criminal Defense | Since 2017 |

John J. Carlson
This attorney practices in Minnesota and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
Practice Area | Year |
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Personal Injury | Since 2017 |

Derek J. Rosso
This attorney practices in Minnesota and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
Practice Area | Year |
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Divorce | Since 2017 |
Family Law | Since 2017 |