Atty. Stephen Ernest Penner

Atty. Stephen Ernest Penner

Stephen Ernest Penner is a lawyer practicing general litigation, family law, personal injury and 10 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.S.M.E. degree from United States Naval Academy in 1971, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Santa Barbara Santa Barbara 49 Years Experience 49 year
Call (805) 818-8661

Profile Summary

About Stephen Ernest Penner at a glance

Stephen Ernest Penner is a Principal based in Santa Barbara, California, practicing at Law Offices of Stephen E. Penner, PC. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in California (1977). Educated at California Western School of Law (J.D., 1977) and United States Naval Academy (B.S.M.E., 1971). Serves clients in Santa Barbara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Stephen Ernest Penner is a lawyer practicing general litigation, family law, personal injury and 10 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.S.M.E. degree from United States Naval Academy in 1971, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Stephen practices at Law Offices of Stephen E. Penner, PC in Santa Barbara, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Ernest Penner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Ernest Penner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Stephen Ernest Penner is one of 94,411 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

Probate

Stephen Ernest Penner is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in California →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Stephen Ernest Penner is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Stephen Ernest Penner is one of 190,900 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in California →

Family Law

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

Stephen Ernest Penner is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Santa Barbara are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Looking for additional California attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Santa Barbara or all attorneys in California.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen Ernest Penner

Where is Stephen Ernest Penner's law office located?
Stephen Ernest Penner's law practice is located in Santa Barbara, California. The firm is Law Offices of Stephen E. Penner, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Ernest Penner handle?
Stephen Ernest Penner focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Stephen Ernest Penner practiced law?
Stephen Ernest Penner has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Stephen Ernest Penner go to law school?
Stephen Ernest Penner earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.S.M.E., 1971).
How can I contact Stephen Ernest Penner for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Ernest Penner 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.

Education

J.D.
California Western School of Law
- 1977
B.S.M.E.
United States Naval Academy
- 1971

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1977

Reviews

These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.