Richard E. Student

Personal Injury & Civil Rights Attorney

Attorney Richard E. Student I believe the best results begin with a collaborative attorney-client relationship and are realized through hard work and perseverance. That is why I take a hands-on approach to my clients' cases from the start and fight until their goals are achieved. My focus at Meshbesher & Associates is plaintiff's-side personal injury and civil rights cases. I have extensive experience in these areas from the pre-claim investigation, through settlement negotiations, litigation, and trial. I attribute my track record of success to dedicated and personalized attention to each case I handle.

I earned my Bachelor's Degree from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, where I double majored in economics and philosophy. I then came home to Minnesota in 2006 and attended the University of Minnesota Law School, graduating in 2009. During law school, I was a staff member and editor of the Minnesota Journal of International Law. I am admitted to practice with the Minnesota State Bar, the Federal District Court in Minnesota, and the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Since joining Meshbesher & Associates in 2012, I have handled hundreds of personal injury and civil rights cases, ranging from small but important claims involving temporary injuries to wrongful death and major civil rights cases, some of which have gained national media and government attention. I am more than happy to speak with you directly about your potential case today.

Areas of Practice

Bar Admissions

Minnesota, 2009
U.S. District Court District of Minnesota, 2010
U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit, 2011

Education

University of Minnesota Law School, Minneapolis, Minnesota: J.D. – 2009; Honors: Article Published: China’s New Anti-Monopoly Law: Addressing Foreign Competitors and Commentators, 17 MINN. J. INT’L L. 503 (2008); Law Journal: Journal of International Law, Note and Comment Editor, 2008 – 2009; Law Journal: Journal of International Law, Staff Member, 2007 - 2008
Miami University: B.A. - 2006

Professional Associations and Memberships

Minnesota State Bar Association
Hennepin County Bar Association

Pro Bono Activities

Volunteer Lawyers Network, Formerly

Contact Meshbesher & Associates online or by phone at (612) 200-1526 to discuss your situation with a personal injury attorney in Minneapolis today.

Client Testimonials

“Following my son being arrested I called Steve Meshbesher on a Saturday afternoon. We met an hour later at his office. Steve and his staff at Meshbesher & Associates were very helpful and organized. Steve is an incredibly talented criminal defense attorne”
Connie
“The team at Meshbesher and Associates helped me get through the rough road and I was treated like family not a client. They helped me every step of the way, whenever I had concerns or questions they were always there for me and I never forget that.”
Robert
“Steve Meshbesher and his supportive staff at Meshbesher & Associates brought a happy ending to one of the worst nightmares of my life.”
Donald
“Rich Student provided the legal guidance I needed during my recovery. Rich settled my claim against the driver who caused the accident for the liability policy limits. He then got me additional compensation”
Tommy
“ I walked away from the case an innocent and free man, and I can now petition the court to seal all of the records related to the charges. Thank you Meshbesher & Associates!”
Blake