Atty. William G. Peterson

Atty. William G. Peterson

William G. Peterson is a lawyer practicing probate and estate administration, estate planning, wills and trusts and 8 other areas of law.

Bloomington Bloomington 57 yrs experience 57 year
Call (320) 299-2339 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William G. Peterson at a glance

William G. Peterson is a Partner based in Bloomington, Minnesota, practicing at Peterson Law Office, LLC. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, criminal defense, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1969), U.S. District Court District of Minnesota (1970), U.S. Supreme Court (1976), and Wisconsin (1983). Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of Law (J.D. Honors, 1969) and University of Minnesota (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Bloomington, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William G. Peterson is a lawyer practicing probate and estate administration, estate planning, wills and trusts and 8 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • William practices at Peterson Law Office, LLC in Bloomington, MN

Practice Areas Explained

William G. Peterson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William G. Peterson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

William G. Peterson is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Minnesota →

Probate

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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.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

William G. Peterson is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Minnesota →

Business & Corporate Law

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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 Bloomington 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 William G. Peterson

Where is William G. Peterson's law office located?
William G. Peterson's law practice is located in Bloomington, Minnesota. The firm is Peterson Law Office, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William G. Peterson handle?
William G. Peterson focuses on trusts, probate, criminal defense, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has William G. Peterson practiced law?
William G. Peterson has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did William G. Peterson go to law school?
William G. Peterson earned their education at (J.D. Honors, 1969); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact William G. Peterson for a consultation?
You can contact William G. Peterson 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 William G. Peterson received?
William G. Peterson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Honors
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
- 1969
B.A.
University of Minnesota
- 1966

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1970
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1976
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court Western District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1997
North Dakota
Admitted: 2012

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