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Brian F. Laule, Personal Injury Attorney in River Falls, Wisconsin

Over 20 years of legal practice

River Falls, WI

Practicing personal injury in River Falls since 2006.

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Brian F. Laule is an attorney based in River Falls, WISCONSIN. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Brian has over 20 years of legal experience.

Based in
River Falls, WISCONSIN
Experience
over 20 years
Known for
Personal Injury
  • Handles Personal Injury matters from River Falls, WISCONSIN.
  • Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Eau Claire) (2023).

About Brian F. Laule: Brian F. Laule is an attorney based in River Falls, WISCONSIN. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Brian has over 20 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Brian's practice areas in River Falls

Brian concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Personal Injury cases in River Falls, Wisconsin

Brian takes personal injury matters in River Falls, Wisconsin. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.

Biography

Brian F. Laule, personal injury attorney serving River Falls

Brian F. Laule is an attorney based in River Falls, WISCONSIN. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Brian has over 20 years of legal experience. Brian works from River Falls, Wisconsin and takes on personal injury matters across the region.

Brian F. Laule joined the River Falls law firm of Bye, Goff & Rohde in 2007. Licensed in Wisconsin and Minnesota, he practices exclusively in the area of personal injury law and has handled cases across the Midwest. Brian received his law degree cum laude from the University of Minnesota, where he was an Articles Submission Editor of the Minnesota Law Review. He was among the recipients of the Public Service Award for legal work in the community. He received his undergraduate degree, with honors, from the University of Illinois - Chicago. He was born and raised in Joliet, Illinois. Since 2010, Brian has tried over 50 jury trials to verdict, including cases involving medical malpractice, farm injuries and auto collisions. He has handled cases involving severe traumatic brain injury and quadriplegia. Brian has been named a Rising Star by Wisconsin Super Lawyers every year since 2014, he has an AV Preeminent rating with Martindale Hubbell, and is board certified as a Civil Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Brian is active in his community and is a member of the Rotary Club of River Falls, and is a coach with the River Falls Hockey Association. He lives in River Falls with his wife, Sarah, and three boys.

How Brian handles personal injury matters

Brian F. Laule joined the River Falls law firm of Bye, Goff & Rohde in 2007. Licensed in Wisconsin and Minnesota, he practices exclusively in the area of personal injury law and has handled cases across the Midwest. Brian received his law degree cum laude from the University of Minnesota, where he was an Articles Submission Editor of the Minnesota Law Review. He was among the recipients of the…

The kind of cases Brian takes

Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in River Falls and the surrounding Wisconsin area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Brian studied and practices

  • University of Minnesota

    J.D. · 2006

  • University of Illinois - Chicago

    B.A. · 2002

Jurisdictions

Brian's state bar admissions

  • Minnesota

    2006 · ACTIVE

  • Wisconsin

    2006 · ACTIVE

Brian studied at J.D. in University of Minnesota and B.A. in University of Illinois - Chicago.

Law school and academic background

Brian completed J.D. in University of Minnesota and B.A. in University of Illinois - Chicago. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brian runs in Wisconsin is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Brian's legal honors and published work

Brian has received 10 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Eau Claire)

    2023

  • Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Eau Claire)

    2021

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Outstanding Young Trial Lawyer 2017 - Wisconsin Association for Justice

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Top 10 Personal Injury Attorneys Under 40 in Wisconsin

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Legal Public Service Award, Recipient

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating - LexisNexis/Martindale-Hubbell

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Board Certified Civil Trial Specialist by NBTA

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Wisconsin Super Lawyers Rising Star - 2014 to 2018

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Eau Claire) (2023). Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Eau Claire) (2021). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Outstanding Young Trial Lawyer 2017 - Wisconsin Association for Justice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Top 10 Personal Injury Attorneys Under 40 in Wisconsin (2026).

Locations

Brian F. Laule's office in River Falls

Brian's primary office is at 258 Riverside Drive, River Falls, Wisconsin, 54022. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

258 Riverside Drive

River Falls, Wisconsin 54022

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Hiring guide

How to hire Brian F. Laule — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Brian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in River Falls, Wisconsin

A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Brian

Brian discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every personal injury matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Brian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Brian F. Laule

  • How much does it cost to hire Brian for a personal injury case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Brian offer a free consultation?

    Brian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Brian's current terms during booking.

  • How long do personal injury cases in Wisconsin typically take?

    Simple personal injury matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Brian take my case if I'm outside River Falls?

    Brian is licensed in Wisconsin. Matters governed by Wisconsin law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Brian will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Brian?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Brian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Brian accepting new personal injury clients right now?

    Brian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Personal Injury attorneys serving River Falls, Milwaukee and Madison in Wisconsin

Brian handles personal injury matters throughout Wisconsin. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.

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