Atty. William O. Bongard

Atty. William O. Bongard

A Minnesota native, William Bongard grew up traveling the world as the son of a professional foreign service worker. His entire 36-year career in has been spent at the law firm of SiebenCarey representing Minnesotans when they experience accidental injury.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About William O. Bongard at a glance

William O. Bongard is a Partner based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at SiebenCarey. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1981). Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1981) and St. Olaf College (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Minnesota State and American Bar Associations Minnesota Association for Justice American Association for Justice Academy of Certified Trial Lawyers of Minnesota. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • A Minnesota native, William Bongard grew up traveling the world as the son of a professional foreign service worker
  • His entire 36-year career in has been spent at the law firm of SiebenCarey representing Minnesotans when they experience accidental injury
  • William is a Board Certified Civil Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy
  • He is also state certified as a Civil Trial Specialist by the Minnesota State Bar Association
  • Most recently, William was selected as a 2017 Super Lawyers honoree
  • In 2008, he was selected by Minnesota Lawyer as one of 15 Attorneys of the Year
  • This award is reserved for a select group of attorneys who distinguish themselves with their exemplary work
  • Honorees are chosen by a panel from the nominations submitted based on procuring a successful result in an important case or business transaction
  • demonstrated leadership in professional associations
  • participation in newsworthy events in the legal community
  • and performing significant public services or in-house legal services
  • During his career, William has recovered millions of dollars in damages for people injured on the road, at work, and at home
  • He shares his legal talents with the community by regularly judging Mock Trial Programs at the high school and college levels
  • William is a vital member of our firm, providing extensive experience and specialized knowledge in the areas of automobile, motorcycle and snowmobile accidents, homeowner, construction site, defective products, wrongful death and no-fault automobile insurance litigation

Practice Areas Explained

William O. Bongard's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

William O. Bongard is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Minnesota →

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.

William O. Bongard is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Minnesota →

Product Liability

William O. Bongard is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 William O. Bongard

Where is William O. Bongard's law office located?
William O. Bongard's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is SiebenCarey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William O. Bongard handle?
William O. Bongard focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has William O. Bongard practiced law?
William O. Bongard has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did William O. Bongard go to law school?
William O. Bongard earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact William O. Bongard for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William O. Bongard received?
William O. Bongard's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
William Mitchell College of Law
- 1981
B.A.
St. Olaf College
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1981

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