Atty. William J Hennessy

Atty. William J Hennessy

William J Hennessy is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution, municipal law. William received a B.A. degree from College of St.

Grand Marais Grand Marais 58 yrs experience 58 year
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About William J Hennessy at a glance

William J Hennessy is a Co. Atty. based in Grand Marais, Minnesota. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and government. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1968). Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1968) and College of St. Thomas (B.A., 1964). Serands clients in Grand Marais, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William J Hennessy is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution, municipal law
  • William received a B.A. degree from College of St. Thomas in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • William practices in Grand Marais, MN

Practice Areas Explained

William J Hennessy's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Government & Administrative 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 Grand Marais 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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Where is William J Hennessy's law office located?
William J Hennessy's law practice is located in Grand Marais, Minnesota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William J Hennessy handle?
William J Hennessy focuses on criminal defense, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has William J Hennessy practiced law?
William J Hennessy has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did William J Hennessy go to law school?
William J Hennessy earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.A., 1964).
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Education

J.D.
William Mitchell College of Law
- 1968
B.A.
College of St. Thomas
- 1964

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1968

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