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Sonja Marie Nyberg, Alimony Attorney in St Paul, Minnesota

Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on Alimony, Child Custody, and Child Support

Practicing alimony in St Paul since 2010.

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Sonja Marie Nyberg is an associate based in St. Paul, MN. The practice focuses on Alimony, Child Custody, and Child Support. Sonja has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Collins, Buckley, Sauntry and Haugh, P.L.L.P..

Based in
St. Paul, MN
Experience
over 16 years
Known for
Alimony · Child Custody · Child Support
  • Handles Alimony, Child Custody, and Child Support matters from St. Paul, MN.
  • Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Sonja Marie Nyberg: Sonja Marie Nyberg is an associate based in St. Paul, MN. The practice focuses on Alimony, Child Custody, and Child Support. Sonja has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Collins, Buckley, Sauntry and Haugh, P.L.L.P..

Areas of practice

Legal matters Sonja takes on

Sonja concentrates on alimony, child custody, child support, divorce, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sonja handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Alimony cases in St Paul, Minnesota

Sonja takes alimony matters in St Paul, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sonja agrees to represent you.

Child Custody cases in St Paul, Minnesota

Sonja takes child custody matters in St Paul, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sonja agrees to represent you.

Child Support cases in St Paul, Minnesota

Sonja takes child support matters in St Paul, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sonja agrees to represent you.

Divorce cases in St Paul, Minnesota

Sonja takes divorce matters in St Paul, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sonja agrees to represent you.

General cases in St Paul, Minnesota

Sonja takes general matters in St Paul, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sonja agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Sonja Marie Nyberg — alimony lawyer in St Paul

Sonja Marie Nyberg is an associate based in St. Paul, MN. The practice focuses on Alimony, Child Custody, and Child Support. Sonja has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Collins, Buckley, Sauntry and Haugh, P.L.L.P..

Sonja Marie Nyberg is a lawyer practicing child custody, child support, divorce and 4 other areas of law. Sonja received a B.A. degree from College of Benedict in 2004, and has been licensed for 16 years. Sonja practices at Collins, Buckley, Sauntry and Haugh, P.L.L.P. in St. Paul, MN.

Working with Sonja on a alimony matter

Sonja Marie Nyberg is a lawyer practicing child custody, child support, divorce and 4 other areas of law. Sonja received a B.A. degree from College of Benedict in 2004, and has been licensed for 16 years. Sonja practices at Collins, Buckley, Sauntry and Haugh, P.L.L.P. in St. Paul, MN.

Clients Sonja works with

Sonja reviews new inquiries case-by-case for alimony, child custody, and child support matters in St Paul and the surrounding Minnesota area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Hamline University School of Law

    J.D. · 2010

  • College of Benedict

    B.A. · 2004

Jurisdictions

Sonja's state bar admissions

  • Minnesota

    2010 · ACTIVE

Sonja studied at J.D. in Hamline University School of Law and B.A. in College of Benedict.

Law school and academic background

Sonja completed J.D. in Hamline University School of Law and B.A. in College of Benedict. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sonja runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Sonja's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Minnesota State Bar Association, Family Law Section, 2015-present Hennepin County Bar Association 2015-present Family League, 2011-present Volunteer Lawyers Network Minnesota Women Lawyers, 2017-present

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Locations

Sonja Marie Nyberg's office in St. Paul

Sonja's primary office is at West 1100 First National Bank Building, 332 Minnesota Street, St. Paul, MN, 55120. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Collins, Buckley, Sauntry and Haugh, P.L.L.P.

West 1100 First National Bank Building, 332 Minnesota Street

St. Paul, MN 55120

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Hiring guide

How to hire Sonja Marie Nyberg — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new alimony attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sonja usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Sonja charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sonja's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Sonja will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a alimony attorney in St Paul, Minnesota

A short list to run through before you commit: How many alimony matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Sonja

Sonja discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in alimony practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every alimony matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Sonja confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Sonja's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many alimony practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Sonja Marie Nyberg

  • How much does it cost to hire Sonja for a alimony case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sonja walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Sonja offer a free consultation?

    Sonja charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sonja's office. Some alimony attorneys offer free consults — check Sonja's current terms during booking.

  • How long do alimony cases in Minnesota typically take?

    Simple alimony matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Sonja gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Sonja take my case if I'm outside St Paul?

    Sonja is licensed in Minnesota. Matters governed by Minnesota law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Sonja will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Sonja?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Sonja will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Sonja accepting new alimony clients right now?

    Sonja's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Alimony attorneys serving St Paul, Minneapolis and Edina in Minnesota

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