Crime & Safety
Minnesota Criminal Defense Attorney Disbarred After Swindling Thousands From Client
Court documents say McNeilly stole the money from her client by telling them the money was needed to bribe government officials.
April 3, 2025
A Minnesota criminal defense attorney who swindled thousands from one of her clients in 2018 has been disbarred.
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The Minnesota Supreme Court disbarred Kristi McNeilly, of Woodbury, from the practice of law after the Office of Lawyers Professional Responsibility filed a petition for disciplinary action against her.
McNeilly was convicted of theft by swindle in October 2021 for taking $15,000 from one of her clients. She was sentenced to 18 days in the workhouse and ordered to pay $15,000 in restitution. She was also placed on probation for three years.
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