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Appelhof, Pfeifer & Hart, P.A. Pro

3.6
11 reviews

20856 Holyoke Avenue, P.O. Box 369, Lakeville, MN 55044, U.S.A.

Legal Separation, Divorce, Contested Divorce and 21 more

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About Appelhof, Pfeifer & Hart, P.A.

Knowledge. Dedication. Experience.

Appelhof, Pfeifer & Hart, P.A. is a family law firm founded on trust and honesty. We believe in representing each client with steadfast tenacity and reliability. With more than 50 years' combined experience, our attorneys know how to handle tough dissolutions, custody disputes, property divisions and any other family law problems. Don't face an uncertain future alone. Meet with Appelhof, Pfeifer & Hart, P.A. in our Oakdale office to discuss what we can do to protect your best interests and fight for a fair outcome.

Responding to clients' needs since 2008

Our firm was founded by family law attorneys Tori M. Appelhof, Mary A. Pfeifer and Kathy K. Hart for the purpose of helping families overcome legal troubles. We share a singular dedication to our clients and work hard for the best results possible in every case. We understand how emotionally-challenging divorces and family law matters can be. Our up-front communication skills and intuitiveness gives you confidence that we understand what's important to you and that we are ready to advocate for you.

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The four highly skilled attorneys at Appelhof, Pfeifer & Hart, P.A. have more than 50 years of experience, the majority of which has been focused solely on family law and divorce. We enjoy an excellent reputation among our peers for providing intelligent and thorough legal representation for our clients in each and every case. Whether you need a simple dissolution or a complex property division, we have the skills to carefully design and implement a strong legal strategy to achieve the results you want. If you need a skilled ally at the negotiating table or an aggressive advocate in the courtroom, we are ready to help

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Appelhof, Pfeifer & Hart, P.A. serves clients throughout Minnesota, including the Washington County, Dakota County, Burnsville, Eagan, and Woodbury areas, with convenient offices in Oakdale and Braham, Minnesota. We skip to the heart of the matter without wasting your time.

 

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Child Custody
Posted by KATHERINE
January 19, 2025
Hired Law Firm

Working with Tori Appelhof in a Massive Ugly Custody Case as I had to go through against an unmarried ex BOYFRIEND and suppose despicable Parent(aka Supposed Father) more so for the sake f this person(s) financial gain on a minor child than rightful parent for the sake of that Child's Right. I got Tori Applelhof and all Appelhof, Pfeiffer, & Hart P.A. Office to help even when she may or may not have needed time to help in such a despicable display of behavior between more so and by getting his financial gain way by any means!! Such HARD HONESTY, INTEGRITY AND DILLIGANCE ON TIMELY MANNERED 👏 PROFESSIONALISM OF TRUTH SPEAKINGS, based upon facts/findings and ESPECIALLY the RIGHTS of a MINOR CHILD!! Way more than such statements of Financial Gain and trying to shame such A DYNAMITE LAW FIRM!!! Shame on these folks!! Each case as ALL KNOW are purely Individual based!! SPEAK TRUTHS and realize why you ARE REALLY supposed angered or insulted or hmm possibly maybe why such LIES!!

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
August 20, 2018
Hired Attorney Kathy Hart

Kathy did an amazing job helping me obtain a restraining order . She spent one hour and 45 minutes with me when I first met her and also responded to all email inquires before the court date as well as phone calls. Her staff is also responsive, calmed me down a couple of times when I was upset. I felt like I was treated with respect during a really stressful time. Some lawyers don't want to deal with restraining orders but Kathy took this on thankfully.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
February 22, 2011
Hired Attorney Kathy Hart

Excellent attorney.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
August 16, 2010
Hired Law Firm

They always returned an e-mail or phone call within that day. Very understanding about my situation and also gave me some options for consideration.

Business Law
Posted by anonymous
May 25, 2017
Hired Attorney Kathy Hart
Child Custody
Posted by anonymous
February 14, 2024
Hired Law Firm

I wouldn’t recommend this lawyer tori was more bark then bit and her fees are ridiculous everything with her was a plea she not worth the money or the time I felt like I could have done better by myself

Family Law
Posted by Emily
October 06, 2022
Hired Law Firm

Blew me off rude , many people talk of her high prices and questionable billing practices many good people out there why get over billed

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
July 19, 2019
Hired Attorney Tori M. Appelhof

I was referred to Tori Appelhof from a friends trusted attorney (She was honest and told me she was too busy to take on my case). I went to there website and went through all the prompts to set up an appointment - I was never contacted! That's one of the worse parts about trying to find an attorney, if they return you calls. If her or someone in her office can't even respond to a request, why would I trust them to help me when I need them most?

 
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  • Legal Separation
  • Family Law 14
    • Divorce
    • Contested Divorce
    • Alimony / Spousal Maintenance
    • Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
    • Cohabitation Agreements
    • Child Custody
    • Parenting Time / Visitation
    • Child Support
    • Adoption Law
    • Paternity
    • Termination of Parental Rights
    • Child Protection
    • Third Party Custody
    • Relative Caregivers Custody

  • Alternative Dispute Resolution 1
    • Mediation
  • Restraining Orders 2
    • Orders of Protection
    • Harassment Restraining Order
  • Other 6
    • Relocation
    • Division of Assets
    • Complex Asset Division
    • Division of Debts
    • Domestic Abuse
    • Grandparents' Rights

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20856 Holyoke AvenueP.O. Box 369Lakeville, MN 55044U.S.A.

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