$ 200-275 per hour
Charles M. Penzien
About Charles
Biography
I have been practicing law in the Macomb County Michigan area for more than 15 years. I have extensive business and securities law experience in Southeastern Michigan and throughout the Michigan.
I also have extensive zoning and municipal law experience. I have been a member of the New Baltimore Zoning Board of Appeals for many years and have served in the capacity of Chairman for several years. In addition to my ZBA experience I have also previously served as an assistant city attorney for the City of Mt. Clemens and an assistant village attorney for New Haven in Macomb County.
As for Court experience I have been admitted before numerous federal courts including the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals and the 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals. I have also been admitted to and submitted matters to the United States Supreme Court.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Michigan for 28 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Penzien & McBride, PLLC
32901 23 Mile Road, Suite 170, Chesterfield, MI, 48047
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Charles M. Penzien's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | August 9, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
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No response
My husband and I went for initial consultation with Charles Panzien for some estate planning. I thought it went well but then he never got back to us. After waiting three weeks, I called and left him a message. After a week and no return call I left another message. Waiting another week and left one ...
Posted by Lori | March 9, 2023 | Hired Attorney
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Will
We went to see Charles to have a Will made. Was a very pleasant experience. Charles took his time explaining everything, did not rush us and answered all our questions. I feel very comfortable that all our needs were met. We will recommend Charles to our family & friends.
Posted by Robert & DelMarie | March 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Drafted Will
Charles made us feel very comfortable from the first visit. Took the time to get to know us, our goals, and situation. Helped us in decision making for the type of document best for our situation. Highly recommend!!
Posted by David Denny | October 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Updated Will
We appreciated all the personal assistance we received from Chuck. He went out of his way to set up appointment times that were convenient for us.
Charles M. Penzien's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Charles. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chuck is an extremely intelligent member of our Bar and works diligently for his clients. He is very well respected for not only his intelligence, but also his work ethic and demeanor. A truly invaluable member of our legal community."
Joseph Plawecki
Criminal defense lawyer
Jeffery Cojocar
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Managing Member, Penzien & McBride, PLLC
2010 - 2011
Managing Member, Penzien & Associates, PLLC
2007 - 2010
Managing Member, Penzien Hirzel, PLLC
Associations
2015 - Present
Anchor Bay Chamber of CommerceBoard Member
2008 - Present
City of New Baltimore / Zoning Board of AppealsChairman
2008 - Present
United States Supreme Court BarAdmission
2004 - Present
Macomb County Bar AssociationMember
State Bar of Michigan
Member
2014 - 2015
BNI - Team ReferralPresident
2011 - 2014
Public Investors Arbitration Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2011
BNI - Team ReferralVice President
Sample of Legal Cases
Tkachik v. Mandeville, 487 Mich 38, 790 NW2d 260 (2010)
Remanded to the Macomb County Probate Court for further proceedings
Education
1996
Michigan State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
Wayne State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2000
MICPA - Continuing Education
NASD Arbitration System - What it is and what to look for.
Publications
2010
Michigan Lawyers Weekly
MSC says absent husband must reimburse deceased wife's estate
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
My safe deposit box was mistakenly drilled out by bank and all my personal property and cash was stolen. How do I sue the bank
09 May 2017
Q&A
Mailboxes in front of my property.
13 Nov 2013