William C. "Charlie" Penick IV
About William C. Penick IV
William C. Penick IV is a lawyer based in Jackson, MS and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2016. William C. Penick IV is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Jackson, Mississippi
- Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
- Corporate Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Nonprofit / Charities Law
- Tax Law
- Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: Brunini, Grantham, Grower & Hewes PLLC
Education: University of Miami School of Law, LL.M, graduated 2002, University of Mississippi, J.D., graduated 2001, University of Mississippi, MA, graduated 1998, and University of Mississippi, BA, graduated 1997
Location: Jackson, MS
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