Atty. Wm Christopher Penwell

Atty. Wm Christopher Penwell

Wm Christopher Penwell is a lawyer practicing business litigation, commercial litigation, employment law and 3 other areas of law. Wm received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 41 yrs experience 41 year
Call (612) 714-9546 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Wm Christopher Penwell at a glance

Wm Christopher Penwell is a Shareholder based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Siegel Brill, P.A.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on employment, business, ip, construction, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1985). Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1984) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hennepin County and Minnesota State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Wm Christopher Penwell is a lawyer practicing business litigation, commercial litigation, employment law and 3 other areas of law
  • Wm received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Wm practices at Siegel Brill, P.A. in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Wm Christopher Penwell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Wm Christopher Penwell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Wm Christopher Penwell is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Minnesota →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Wm Christopher Penwell is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Minnesota →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Wm Christopher Penwell is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Minnesota →

Construction Law

Wm Christopher Penwell is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Minnesota →

Civil Litigation

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

Wm Christopher Penwell is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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.

Looking for additional Minnesota attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Minneapolis or all attorneys in Minnesota.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Wm Christopher Penwell

Where is Wm Christopher Penwell's law office located?
Wm Christopher Penwell's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Siegel Brill, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wm Christopher Penwell handle?
Wm Christopher Penwell focuses on employment, business, ip, construction, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Wm Christopher Penwell practiced law?
Wm Christopher Penwell has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Wm Christopher Penwell go to law school?
Wm Christopher Penwell earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Wm Christopher Penwell for a consultation?
You can contact Wm Christopher Penwell 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 Wm Christopher Penwell received?
Wm Christopher Penwell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
William Mitchell College of Law
- 1984
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1985

Reviews

5.0
5 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
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.