Atty. Penelope Jane Phillips

Atty. Penelope Jane Phillips

Atty. Penelope Jane Phillips is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law and 2 other areas of law.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Penelope Jane Phillips at a glance

Penelope Jane Phillips is a Shareholder based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Felhaber Larson. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on formation, employment, bankruptcy, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1989), U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1990), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1992), and North Dakota (2004). Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1989) and St. John's College, Santa Fe (B.A. Liberal, 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. Penelope Jane Phillips is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law and 2 other areas of law
  • Penelope received a B.A. degree from St. John's College, Santa Fe in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Penelope practices at Felhaber Larson in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Penelope Jane Phillips's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Penelope Jane Phillips handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

Penelope Jane Phillips is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Minnesota →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Penelope Jane Phillips is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Minnesota →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Penelope Jane Phillips is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Minnesota →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

Penelope Jane Phillips is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Minnesota →

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 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 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 Penelope Jane Phillips

Where is Penelope Jane Phillips's law office located?
Penelope Jane Phillips's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Felhaber Larson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Penelope Jane Phillips handle?
Penelope Jane Phillips focuses on formation, employment, bankruptcy, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Penelope Jane Phillips practiced law?
Penelope Jane Phillips has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Penelope Jane Phillips go to law school?
Penelope Jane Phillips earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A. Liberal, 1985).
How can I contact Penelope Jane Phillips for a consultation?
You can contact Penelope Jane Phillips directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Penelope Jane Phillips received?
Penelope Jane Phillips's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
William Mitchell College of Law
- 1989
B.A. Liberal
St. John's College, Santa Fe
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1992
North Dakota
Admitted: 2004
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2013

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