Atty. Dwight James Penas

Atty. Dwight James Penas

Dwight James Penas is a lawyer practicing general practice, family law, small business law. Dwight received a B.A. degree from Concordia College in 1972, and has been licensed for 35 years.

St. Paul St. Paul 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Dwight James Penas at a glance

Dwight James Penas is a family law and business attorney based in St. Paul, Minnesota. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1991). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1991) and Concordia College (B.A. University, 1972). Serands clients in St. Paul, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Dwight James Penas is a lawyer practicing general practice, family law, small business law
  • Dwight received a B.A. degree from Concordia College in 1972, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Dwight practices in St. Paul, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Dwight James Penas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dwight James Penas handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

Practicing law in Minnesota. Legal matters in Minnesota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Paul are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Minnesota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Minnesota brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Minnesota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Dwight James Penas

Where is Dwight James Penas's law office located?
Dwight James Penas's law practice is located in St. Paul, Minnesota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dwight James Penas handle?
Dwight James Penas focuses on family law, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Dwight James Penas practiced law?
Dwight James Penas has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Dwight James Penas go to law school?
Dwight James Penas earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A. University, 1972).
How can I contact Dwight James Penas for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1991
B.A. University
Concordia College
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1991

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