Frederick William Penney
also known as Fred Penny
About Frederick
Biography
Arguably one of the top personal injury law firms in California, almost all of Penney and Associates lawyers are highly rated top personal injury trial lawyers; many of which previously worked for the insurance industry. We believe this gives the lawyers at Penney and Associates a competitive edge. Penney and Associates was founded by Frederick W. Penney in 1992. Frederick Penney was admitted to the California State Bar in 1992. Mr. Penney received his B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1988 in Philosophy. He attended J. Reuben Clark Law School where he received his J.D. degree in 1991.
Following his admission to the bar he briefly worked for a nationwide personal injury firm. Due to numerous requests from potential clients, he opened the law firm of Penney and Associates in 1992. Mr. Penney as a young lawyer was contracted by a national law firm to take a number of their difficult cases to trial. Within six months of passing his bar he was lead trial lawyer in a large Superior Court personal injury case.
Mr. Penney is the author of numerous personal injury articles. He became a member of the California Trial Lawyers Association in 1993. He has been admitted in 1992 and 1993 to the Federal Eastern District Court and the 9th District Court of Appeals. Mr. Penney is also a member of the Washington D.C. bar and also admitted and qualified as an attorney and counselor of the Supreme Court of The United States. Mr. Penney is also a Northern California Super Lawyer Selectee.
The Penney and Associates firm has now expanded to offices in Sacramento, Roseville, Loomis, Chico, Rocklin and Irvine with satellite offices in Fairfield, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, San Francisco and Southern California. Penney and Associates California Personal Injury Lawyers have handled numerous high profile personal injury cases and thousands of personal injury cases which has made his firm arguably one of the most sought after personal injury firms in the state.
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 8 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 33 years
State: California
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Penney & Associates Attorneys At Law
1490 Stone Point Dr, #200, Roseville, CA, 95661
Penney and Associates
2150 River Plaza Drive, Suite 205, Sacramento, CA, 95661
Penney and Associates
5250 Claremont Ave, Suite 130 (satellite), Stockton, CA, 95207
Penney and Associates
5201 Great American Parkway, Suite 320 (Satellite), Santa Clara, CA, 95054
Penney and Associates
6536 Lonetree Blvd., Rocklin, CA, 95765
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18022 Cowan St., Suite 205, Irvine, CA, 92614
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1660 Humbolt Road, Suite 4, Chico, CA, 95928
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1652 W. Texas Street, Fairfield, CA, 95928
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Frederick William Penney's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 10 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Krystle | June 16, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
Referred by 3rd party to this guy. GREAT choice!
Fred himself took the call, and man, it was a pleasure working with this guy. He was professional, quick, patient (even when my ADHD interrupted several times--like it is doing right now), and he guided me in the right direction. I know what I need to do for my case. This guy was way better th...
Posted by Dr, Gerred | November 8, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Auto Accident
I am Dr. Gerred, retired, who practiced Integrated Healthcare in Roseville, California for 27years. Personal Injury cases was a large part of my practice, treating 100’s of injured patients over the years in my medical rehabilitation clinic. This gave me firsthand knowledge and experience how differ...
Posted by Dina | September 23, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
Thankful for an honest and caring attorney!
I want to personally thank Mr. Frederick W. Penney for being an honest and caring individual. He gave me an honest and very informative consultation, even if that meant not hiring him (by the way, I have never met an attorny who rather give me honest advice than to get hired!) he truly cares and goe...
Posted by Jim | September 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Fred Penney has done excellent work
Fred Penney and his team of lawyers has handled a number of personal injury cases for us. Many of these cases that they have handled, they defended us in personal injury cases. They were very professional, excellent lawyers and knew how to handle both sides of the cases. Fred and his partners have ...
Posted by brian | September 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Professional
Our family used Penney and associates for a accident. They were professional and excellent lawyers. I would highly recommend them
Frederick William Penney's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Fred since law school. Since then, he has built a nationwide personal injury practice that that successful served thousands of clients. I can vouch for his character, honesty, integrity and professionalism. Anyone retaining Fred as his lawyer will be well served."
"I have worked together with Fred on numerous cases involving injured people and families. He is extremely diligent and hard working and always has the clients best interest in mind."
"I have worked with Fred on personal injury legal matters since the early 2000's. Fred represents all of his his clients zealously and passionately. He is an outstanding lawyer. I recommend him to anyone seeking an excellent lawyer knowledgeable in personal injury matters."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Fred is a top notch lawyer. He is very experienced, does excellent work, and will obtain the best result possible for any seriously injured individual. I strongly endorse Fred."
"I have known Fred Penney for more than 10 years and have worked jointly with him and his firm over the course of that time. Fred and his firm are not just among the top lawyers in Northern California, they're among the best in the Country. For a great lawyer who is responsive to his clients and who legitimately cares about the people he represents, you need to call Fred Penney."
"I endorse Fred Penney with the highest possible rating. He is a man of integrity, intellect and heart. I trust him and would readily recommend him for any matter for which he feels competent. He has the highest skill set in his chosen area and is an inspired leader. Fred Penney is a great lawyer and a top quality human being. I endorse him completely. Keenan Davis"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Fred for close to five years now. And in the time I have known Fred, he has always struck me as being passionate about his practice and empathetic to those he serves. I have no hesitation in providing a professional endorsement for Fred Penny. I would highly recommend Fred to anyone needing a personal injury lawyer in California."
"I endorse Frederick. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Fred for many years and have worked with him in regard to multiple cases. I highly recommend him as a personal injury attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top 100 lawyers Northern California, America's Top 100 Attorneys
2016
Top Attorneys in Sacramento, Sacramento Magazine
2016
Lifetime Member Best Attorneys of America, Best Attorneys of America
2016
Lifetime member Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2015
Lifetime Member Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, The Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2015
Top Attorneys in Sacramento, Sacramento Magazine
2011
Best of Best Atttorney, Placer Herald and Loomis News
Work Experience
1992 - Present
Managing Partner, Penney and Associates
1992 - 1992
Attorney, Jacoby & Meyers & Associates, LLP
1989 - 1989
Law Clerk, Gassett, Perrry and Frank
Associations
2016 - Present
United States Supreme Court BarMember
2014 - Present
Brigham Young UniversitySacramento Alumni Chair
2014 - Present
Boy Scouts of AmericaBoard Member
1993 - Present
California Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1993 - Present
United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth CircuitMember
2010 - 2014
J. Reuben Clark Law SocietySacramento Chapter President
Sample of Legal Cases
yes
Verdict for Plaintiff
Education
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
2016
Current Legal Issues and Topics
2015
2015
Current Legal Issues and Topics
2014
Current Legal Issues and Topics
2013
Current Legal issues and Topics
2012
Current Legal Issues and Topics
2011
Current Legal Issues and Topics
Publications
2019
1993
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
ACN I sue the newspaper c For the photo they put in it of my sister car wreck ?
13 Feb 2019
Can I sue if my child gets cut from a glass falling on my child ?
14 Feb 2019