Family Law & Criminal Defense Attorneys | Abedi Hanson Sletten

Mehdi Abedi brings a distinctive perspective to family law, criminal law, and juvenile delinquency cases at Abedi Hanson Sletten PLLC. For Mehdi, legal representation is about more than just navigating the law; it’s about being a steadfast and honest guide for his clients during challenging times.

Having lived in five countries and experienced legal practice from a young age at his father’s law firm in Toronto, Canada, Mehdi offers a truly international and nuanced understanding of legal issues. This rich background means clients at Abedi Hanson Sletten PLLC receive a truly collaborative and empathetic approach.

Mehdi is a graduate of the University of North Dakota School of Law. His career began with invaluable experience as a judicial law clerk in Stearns County, followed by a tenure at Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid where he practiced family law dealing with highly contentious matters involving dissolution, custody, post-dissolution, post-custody, and child support. He is proud to be a member of the Stearns-Benton Bar Association.

Mehdi believes in clear, honest communication with his clients from start to finish. He’s committed to providing his clients with the best representation and results.

Rose Hanson is a founding partner at Abedi Hanson Sletten, PLLC, where she brings exceptional dedication and expertise to Child Protection, Delinquency, Criminal Law, Civil, Family Law, and Immigration services. Rose’s practice is distinguished by her skillful representation in Child in Need of Protection or Services (CHIPS) and Permanency Petitions, including complex matters such as Transfer of Custody and Termination of Parental Rights. Her criminal defense work spans a broad spectrum of cases, ensuring clients receive thorough and compassionate advocacy.

In Family Law, Rose guides clients through divorce, child support, custody disputes, non-marital property division, spousal maintenance, and Orders for Protection, always striving to achieve outcomes tailored to each family’s unique needs. She also provides immigration services and select civil legal work, customizing her approach to the specifics of every case.

In 2015, Rose began her career as a crime victims advocate and soon after as a prosecutor, gaining firsthand experience in supporting victims and upholding justice. Her legal journey started as an assistant county attorney in Mahnomen County, followed by prosecutor roles in Otter Tail and Becker counties. In 2020, Rose transitioned to a Judicial law clerk position during the COVID-19 pandemic, where she deepened her knowledge of civil and family law while working on high-stakes civil litigation, including cases with claims exceeding $3 million, and acquired knowledge about how judges evaluate and resolve cases.

In 2022, Rose joined the public defender’s office, initially serving on the felony team and defending clients against serious charges such as attempted murder, aggravated robbery, domestic assault, and criminal sexual conduct. Her commitment to justice led her to the juvenile delinquency team in 2023, where she represented youth facing delinquency charges and adult certification proceedings.

Later that year, Rose teamed up with Mehdi Abedi and Brenda Sletten-Abedi to co-found Abedi Hanson Sletten, PLLC. Together, they deliver comprehensive legal services across family, criminal, delinquency, civil, child protection, and immigration law. Rose is a member of the First District Bar Association and the Minnesota State Bar Association.

Driven by compassion and tenacity, Rose and her partners are dedicated to amplifying their clients’ voices and protecting their interests with meticulous care. When you choose Abedi Hanson Sletten, PLLC, you can trust that your case will be handled with unwavering commitment and personal attention—because every client deserves an advocate who will fight for their rights and future.

Brenda Sletten-Abedi is a founding partner at Abedi Hanson Sletten PLLC and a dedicated advocate for clients navigating criminal, family, and civil legal matters. She provides strategic, compassionate, and results-driven representation across a wide range of cases, from serious felony charges to complex family disputes and high-value civil conflicts.

Her criminal defense practice includes representing individuals facing offenses ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies requiring mandatory imprisonment. In family law, she handles divorce, custody, child support, domestic violence matters, spousal maintenance, and orders for protection. Her civil practice covers property disputes, monetary disputes exceeding $20,000, and harassment restraining orders.

Brenda began her legal career serving as a Judicial Law Clerk for three district court judges across multiple counties. During this time, she gained extensive experience in criminal, civil, family, child protection, and delinquency matters, of which that experience shapes her thorough and well-rounded approach to client representation.

In 2023, Brenda co-founded Abedi Hanson Sletten PLLC with partners Mehdi Abedi and Rose Hanson. The firm provides comprehensive legal services in criminal defense, family law, civil litigation, child protection, delinquency, and immigration law. Brenda remains committed to delivering skilled advocacy, clear communication, and unwavering support to every client she serves.

In 2025, Brenda was recognized by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys as one of the Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys Under 40, an honor that reflects her skill, dedication, and commitment to excellence in the field. She is proud to be a member of the Stearns-Benton Bar Association and the president of the Minnesota Women Lawyers Central Chapter Board.

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