Atty. William Lawrence Bernard

Atty. William Lawrence Bernard

William Lawrence Bernard is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution, civil litigation, small business transactions and 9 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1989, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Eagan Eagan 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About William Lawrence Bernard at a glance

William Lawrence Bernard is a criminal defense, business, wage & hour, litigation, and government attorney based in Eagan, Minnesota. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1995) and U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1996). Educated at Hamline University (J.D., 1995) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Dakota County Bar Association Minnesota State Bar Association. Serands clients in Eagan, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Lawrence Bernard is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution, civil litigation, small business transactions and 9 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1989, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • William practices in Eagan, MN

Practice Areas Explained

William Lawrence Bernard's Areas of Practice

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

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.

William Lawrence Bernard is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Minnesota →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

William Lawrence Bernard is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Minnesota →

Wage & Hour Disputes

William Lawrence Bernard is one of 4,935 wage & hour attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wage & hour attorneys in Minnesota →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

William Lawrence Bernard is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Minnesota →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

William Lawrence Bernard is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 Eagan 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 Lawrence Bernard

Where is William Lawrence Bernard's law office located?
William Lawrence Bernard's law practice is located in Eagan, Minnesota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Lawrence Bernard handle?
William Lawrence Bernard focuses on criminal defense, business, wage & hour, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has William Lawrence Bernard practiced law?
William Lawrence Bernard has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did William Lawrence Bernard go to law school?
William Lawrence Bernard earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact William Lawrence Bernard for a consultation?
You can contact William Lawrence Bernard 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 Lawrence Bernard received?
William Lawrence Bernard's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Hamline University
- 1995
B.A.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1989

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1996

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