About
William R. Sieben, a distinguished personal injury lawyer, is a prominent member of Minnesota’s Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben law firm. Mr. Sieben was born into a family with a rich Minnesota law and political heritage. He has continued this legacy with over 40 years of legal expertise, especially in personal injury cases.
Mr. Sieben’s journey in law began after his 1973 graduation from St. Cloud State University. He earned his J.D. from William Mitchell College of Law in 1977. Soon after, he was admitted to practice in Minnesota, the Court of Appeals in D.C., and the District Court in Minnesota. His early career was marked by working with Vice President Mondale. This built a strong foundation for his legal skills and connections.
Mr. Sieben joined his family’s firm in 1980 and has since built an impressive career. He specializes in cases involving car and plane crashes, truck accidents, product defects, and wrongful death. His expertise and commitment to clients have led to multimillion-dollar settlements. These include a $5 million settlement for a high school student injured in a theater accident and a $4.5 million settlement for a college student injured by a defective product.
Mr. Sieben’s legal skill and commitment to justice got him into the elite International Society of Barristers and the American College of Trial Lawyers. His accolades include 1. Induction into the Minnesota Lawyers Hall of Fame. 2. Consistent designation as a Super Lawyer. 3. Recognition as a Top Personal Injury Lawyer in Minnesota from 2001 to 2003.
Beyond the courtroom, Mr. Sieben has played a vital role in community service and philanthropy. He has actively contributed to the Regina Hospital Foundation and supported law students with disabilities through a scholarship fund at William Mitchell College of Law. His career is a testament to his legal skills and his profound commitment to service and advocacy for those in need.
Law Office Affiliations
- Partner, Schwebel Goetz & Sieben
- Member, Minnesota State Bar Association
- Member, Hennepin County Bar Association
- Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers
- Member, International Academy of Trial Lawyers
- Member, Minnesota Association for Justice
- Member, American Board of Trial Advocates
- Member, Association of Trial Lawyers of America
- Member, Douglas Amdahl Inn of Court in Mpls
Licensed State
- California
Education
- William Mitchell College of Law
Juris Doctor (JD)
Awards & Badges





- Animal and dog bites
- Birth injury
- Brain injury
- Car accident
- Litigation
- Motorcycle accident
- Slip and fall accident
- Spinal cord injury
- Wrongful death