
Joseph Charles Klausing, Litigation Attorney in Louisville, Kentucky
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability · 4.9/5 rating from 9 verified client reviews
MemberatO'Bryan, Brown & Toner, PLLC
Louisville, KY
Practicing litigation in Louisville since 2004.
- 22+
- Years practicing
- 4.9 ★
- 9 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Joseph Charles Klausing is a member based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Joseph has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Bryan, Brown & Toner, PLLC. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 9 client reviews.
- Based in
- Louisville, KY
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- Litigation · Personal Injury · Product Liability
- Handles Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability matters from Louisville, KY.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Joseph Charles Klausing: Joseph Charles Klausing is a member based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Joseph has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Bryan, Brown & Toner, PLLC. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 9 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Joseph takes on
Joseph concentrates on litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Joseph handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Litigation cases in Louisville, Kentucky
Joseph takes litigation matters in Louisville, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Joseph agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Louisville, Kentucky
Joseph takes personal injury matters in Louisville, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Joseph agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Louisville, Kentucky
Joseph takes product liability matters in Louisville, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Joseph agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Joseph Charles Klausing — litigation lawyer in Louisville
Joseph Charles Klausing is a member based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Joseph has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Bryan, Brown & Toner, PLLC. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 9 client reviews.
Awards
AV Preeminent Peer Rated This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher. About AwardsClient Champion Awards
Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards, based on the quantity and quality of an attorney’s Martindale-Hubbell client reviews, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service. Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.
At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.
At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.
At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.
Martindale Peer Awards
A lawyer who receives a minimum threshold of qualifying responses from fellow attorneys can qualify for one of three prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:
AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.
Mr. Joseph Charles Klausing got this award in 2021
Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.
Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.
Avvo Awards
Avvo Top Contributor: The Avvo Top Contributor Award is granted to attorneys who have earned significant contribution points in a given year on our sister site, Avvo.com. Contribution points are earned by answering questions in Q&A, publishing Legal Guides, and other useful contributions to the Avvo community.
Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.
How Joseph handles litigation matters
About Mr. Joseph Charles Klausing View website Awards AV Preeminent Peer Rated This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher. About Awards Client Champion Awards Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards,…
The kind of cases Joseph takes
Joseph reviews new inquiries case-by-case for litigation, personal injury, and product liability matters in Louisville and the surrounding Kentucky area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Centre College of Kentucky
B.A. Government · 2001
Jurisdictions
Joseph's state bar admissions
Indiana U.S. Distric
2005 · ACTIVE
Kentucky
2004 · ACTIVE
Joseph studied at B.A. Government in Centre College of Kentucky.
Law school and academic background
Joseph completed B.A. Government in Centre College of Kentucky. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Joseph runs in Kentucky is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Joseph has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Joseph Charles Klausing's office in Louisville
Joseph's primary office is at Brown & Williamson Building, Suite 2200, 401 South Fourth Street, Louisville, KY, 40202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
O'Bryan, Brown & Toner, PLLC
Brown & Williamson Building, Suite 2200, 401 South Fourth Street
Louisville, KY 40202
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Client reviews of Joseph Charles Klausing — 4.9/5 rating from 9 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Joseph. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing litigation attorneys in Louisville.
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9 client reviews
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How to hire Joseph Charles Klausing — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new litigation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Joseph usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Joseph charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joseph'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; Joseph will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a litigation attorney in Louisville, Kentucky
A short list to run through before you commit: How many litigation 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 Joseph
Joseph discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in litigation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every litigation 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. Joseph confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Joseph's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many litigation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Joseph Charles Klausing
How much does it cost to hire Joseph for a litigation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Joseph walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Joseph offer a free consultation?
Joseph charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joseph's office. Some litigation attorneys offer free consults — check Joseph's current terms during booking.
How long do litigation cases in Kentucky typically take?
Simple litigation 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. Joseph gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Joseph take my case if I'm outside Louisville?
Joseph is licensed in Kentucky. Matters governed by Kentucky law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Joseph 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 Joseph?
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. Joseph will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Joseph accepting new litigation clients right now?
Joseph's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Litigation attorneys serving Louisville, Lexington and Frankfort in Kentucky
Joseph handles litigation matters throughout Kentucky. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified litigation attorneys in that community.
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