Adam Justinger

Adam Justinger, a criminal defense attorney with SW&L Attorneys, understands the significant challenges individuals face when charged with a crime. He is committed to providing vigorous defense and strives for the best possible outcomes for his clients.

Educational Background
Adam earned a degree in Political Science with a minor in Public Administration from the University of North Dakota. He continued his education at the University of North Dakota School of Law, where he obtained his law degree in 2018.

Bar Admissions
Adam has been admitted to practice law in North Dakota since 2018, with Bar ID number 08635, and in Minnesota since 2018, with Bar ID number 0400351. He is also admitted to the United States District Court for the District of North Dakota since 2018, the United States District Court for the District of Minnesota since 2023, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit since 2022. Adam is not licensed to practice in any other jurisdictions.

Professional Memberships and Certifications
Adam serves as President of the Cass County Bar Association and is a member of several professional organizations, including the North Dakota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, DUI Defense Lawyers Association, State Bar Association of North Dakota, Minnesota State Bar Association, MSBA Criminal Law Section, American Inns of Court, and North Dakota Association for Justice.

Adam has been recognized as a Criminal Defense Top 40 Under 40 by The National Trial Lawyers and named a Great Plains Rising Star by Super Lawyers in both 2021 and 2022.