Atty. Patrick B Hennessy
Patrick B Hennessy is a lawyer practicing business, commercial bankruptcy, consumer bankruptcy and 4 other areas of law. Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Minneapolis, MN · 46+ Years Experience
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About Patrick B Hennessy at a Glance
Patrick B Hennessy is a business, real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Best & Flanagan LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Minnesota U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota U.S. District Court, Western District of Wiscon (1980). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D. Political, 1980) and University of Minnesota (B.A. Political, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hennepin County, Minnesota State and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick B Hennessy
- Patrick B Hennessy is a lawyer practicing business, commercial bankruptcy, consumer bankruptcy and 4 other areas of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Patrick practices at Best & Flanagan LLP in Minneapolis, MN
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick B Hennessy's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick B Hennessy handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Minneapolis.
Business & Corporate Law in Minneapolis
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Patrick B Hennessy is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Minnesota →
Real Estate Law in Minneapolis
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Patrick B Hennessy is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Minnesota →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Minneapolis
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Patrick B Hennessy is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Minnesota →
Creditor Rights & Collections in Minneapolis
Patrick B Hennessy is one of 42,582 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Minnesota →
Civil Litigation in Minneapolis
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Patrick B Hennessy is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Minnesota →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Minneapolis
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 Minneapolis 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 venue, 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.
Minneapolis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Minneapolis-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Minneapolis Choose Patrick B Hennessy
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Patrick B Hennessy's practice in the field of business, real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick B Hennessy brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and bankruptcy, Patrick B Hennessy can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Minneapolis
A Minneapolis-based practice means Patrick B Hennessy attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Patrick B Hennessy Handles in Minneapolis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Patrick B Hennessy has experience with under Minnesota law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Patrick B Hennessy directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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