Raymond G. Clausen, Civil Rights Attorney in Madison, Wisconsin
Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp
PartneratClausen & Severson
Madison, WI
Practicing civil rights in Madison since 1980.
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- Years practicing
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Raymond G. Clausen is a partner based in Madison, WI. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Raymond has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Clausen & Severson.
- Based in
- Madison, WI
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Personal Injury · Workers Comp
- Handles Civil Rights, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp matters from Madison, WI.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Raymond G. Clausen: Raymond G. Clausen is a partner based in Madison, WI. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Raymond has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Clausen & Severson.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Raymond takes on
Raymond concentrates on civil rights, personal injury, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Raymond handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Personal Injury
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Workers Comp
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Civil Rights cases in Madison, Wisconsin
Raymond takes civil rights matters in Madison, 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 Raymond agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Madison, Wisconsin
Raymond takes personal injury matters in Madison, 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 Raymond agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Madison, Wisconsin
Raymond takes workers comp matters in Madison, 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 Raymond agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Raymond G. Clausen — civil rights lawyer in Madison
Raymond G. Clausen is a partner based in Madison, WI. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Raymond has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Clausen & Severson.
Atty. Raymond G. Clausen is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, civil rights. Raymond received a B.A. degree from Washington University in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years. Raymond practices at Clausen & Severson in Madison, WI.
Raymond's approach to civil rights cases
Atty. Raymond G. Clausen is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, civil rights. Raymond received a B.A. degree from Washington University in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years. Raymond practices at Clausen & Severson in Madison, WI.
The kind of cases Raymond takes
Raymond reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, personal injury, and workers comp matters in Madison and the surrounding Wisconsin area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Emory University
J.D. · 1980
Washington University
B.A. · 1976
Jurisdictions
Raymond's state bar admissions
U.S. Supreme Court
2000 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1989 · ACTIVE
Wisconsin
1980 · ACTIVE
Raymond studied at J.D. in Emory University and B.A. in Washington University.
Law school and academic background
Raymond completed J.D. in Emory University and B.A. in Washington University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Raymond runs in Wisconsin is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Raymond's professional memberships and bar associations
Dane County Bar Association State Bar of Wisconsin Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers Wisconsin Association of Worker's Compensation Attorneys
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Locations
Raymond G. Clausen's office in Madison
Raymond's primary office is at 4510 Regent St., Madison, WI, 53705. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Raymond G. Clausen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Raymond usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Raymond charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Raymond'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; Raymond will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Madison, Wisconsin
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Raymond
Raymond discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights 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. Raymond confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Raymond's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Raymond G. Clausen
How much does it cost to hire Raymond for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Raymond walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Raymond offer a free consultation?
Raymond charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Raymond's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Raymond's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in Wisconsin typically take?
Simple civil rights 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. Raymond gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Raymond take my case if I'm outside Madison?
Raymond 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 — Raymond 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 Raymond?
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. Raymond will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Raymond accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Raymond's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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