About Frederick William
Frederick W. Penney is the founding partner of Penney & Associates, a prominent personal injury law firm headquartered in Roseville, California. Admitted to the California State Bar in 1992, he quickly established himself as a advocate for clients facing personal injury challenges. Under his leadership, the firm has expanded significantly, now boasting multiple offices across California, including locations in Sacramento, Roseville, Chico, and Rocklin. Additionally, the firm has satellite offices in Fairfield, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, San Francisco, and Southern California, allowing it to serve clients. Mr. Penney earned his Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Brigham Young University in 1988 — He furthered his education by obtaining a Juris Doctor from the J.
Reuben Clark Law School in 1991. Shortly after passing the bar, he became lead trial counsel in a significant personal injury case in the Superior Court, starting a successful career. His expertise spans various high-profile personal injury cases, including product liability, trucking accidents, and aviation incidents. These cases have garnered attention from national and local media outlets, including Forbes and Entrepreneur, showcasing his impact in the field. Throughout his career, Mr. Penney has received numerous accolades for his legal acumen — He holds a 10.0 "Superb" rating from AVVO, evidence of his professionalism and client satisfaction. Furthermore, he has earned an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, which reflects the highest level of legal ability and ethical standards.
These recognitions underscore his commitment to excellence in personal injury law and his dedication to his clients. In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Penney hosts "Radio Law Talk," a nationally broadcast radio show that discusses trending legal issues, providing valuable insights to listeners across the country. He has also authored numerous articles on personal injury law, contributing to the broader legal community. As a member of the California Trial Lawyers Association since 1993, he remains actively engaged in advocating for the rights of injured individuals. Mr. Penney is admitted to practice before the U.S.
District Court for the Eastern District of California (1992) and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals (1993), as well as the U.S. Supreme Court. His experience includes serving as a Settlement Conference Judge (Judge Pro Tem) for the Placer County Superior Court, further demonstrating his commitment to the legal system. Under his guidance, Penney & Associates has become one of California's most sought-after personal injury law firms, recovering over $500 million for clients throughout the state, solidifying his reputation as a leader in the field.
