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Mark S. Knutson
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About Mark

Advice and Protection During a Difficult Time.

Mark’s practice currently emphasizes divorce and family law, wills and estate planning, business and civil litigation, although his 40 year career has given him broad experience in other areas including personal injury, contracts, criminal and
municipal matters.
 
Presently, in addition to being a Certified Mediator for Family Law and Divorce, Mark represents clients in the following areas:
  • Traditional divorce
  • Collaborative divorce
  • Legal Separation
  • Child support
  • Paternity
  • Maintenance
  • Restraining orders
  • Post judgment matters
Mark has extensive trial experience in matters where an out-of-court settlement cannot be reached.

     Attorney Knutson is admitted to practice in all courts in the State of Wisconsin as well as the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin. He is a member of the Wisconsin State Bar and Waukesha County Bar Associations and is active in several sections.

Contact Mark: [email protected]

Background:

     After graduating from Loyola University of Chicago School of Law in 1978, Mark passed the Wisconsin bar exam and started practicing law in the same year. He began his general practice firm, The Law Offices of Mark S. Knutson, S.C., as a
solo practitioner in 1994.

     Mark is a former Dodge County Assistant Family Court Commissioner and former
Municipal Attorney who advised elected officials and prosecuted civil forfeiture
actions. Mark is also a founding former member of the Wisconsin Association of
Criminal Defense Lawyers. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Pat, their
daughters and their families. When possible, he’s outdoors, gardening or hunting.
He likes spending time with his friends at the Waukesha Gun Club and students
through his involvement with Elmbrook Church’s High School Ministry.

Present and former affiliations:

  • Wisconsin Law Foundation Fellow
  • State Bar of Wisconsin
  • Waukesha County Bar Association
  • Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers
  • The Leander J. Foley Matrimonial American Inn of Court
  • Christian Legal Society
  • Collaborative Law Council, Director
  • Wisconsin State Bar Fee Arbitration Panel
  • Elmbrook Church, Member and High School Ministry Leader
  • Friendship Living Center, Board Chairman
  • Creator and host of the radio talk show “The Word on the Law”
  • Greater Brookfield Chamber of Commerce
  • Waukesha Gun Club
  •  Florentine Opera Club

Practice areas

OtherReal estateEstate planningFamilyDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 40%

  2. Family: 20%

    30 years

  3. Estate planning: 20%

    26 years

  4. Real estate: 10%

  1. Litigation: 10%

    42 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

14170 W Greenfield Ave
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Law Offices of Mark S Knutson Sc

14170 W Greenfield Ave
Brookfield, WI, 53005-7006

Office (262) 785-9000

Website

http://www.knutsonlawfirm.com

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
WIGood Standing197811/17/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2018
BV RatedMartindale Hubble2014
BV RatingMartindale Hubble2013
BV RatingMartindale Hubble2012
BV RatedMartindale Hubble2011
BV RatingMartindale Hubble2010
BV RatedMartindale Hubbell2009
BV RatedMartindale Hubbell2008
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Founder/OwnerLaw Offices of Mark S.Knutson, S.C.1994 - Present
Associate AttorneyDenny & Yanisch Law Offices, LLC1993 - 1993
Associate AttorneyPangman Law Offices1992 - 1993
Associate AttorneyOtjen, Van Ert, Stangle, Lieb & Weir, Sc1989 - 1991
Co-Founder/PartnerBissonnette & Knutson, S.C.1981 - 1988
Associate AttorneyHartman Law Offices1978 - 1981
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
State Bar of Wisonsin Senior Lawyers DivisionMember2008 - Present
State Bar of Wisconsin Fee Arbitration PanelMember2004 - Present
Collaborative Family Law Council of WisconsinBoard of Directors2003 - Present
Society of Family LawyersMember2003 - Present
Greater Brookfield Chamber of CommerceMember2003 - Present
Waukesha County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember2000 - Present
State Bar of Wisconsin, Family Law Section,Member1994 - Present
State Bar of Wisconsin Solo Small Firm & General Practice SectionMember1994 - Present
State Bar of WisconsinMember1978 - Present
Wisconsin Academy of Trial LawyersMember2003 - 2006
Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense LawyersFounding Member1988 - 1990
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Loyola University Chicago School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1978
Saint Mary's University of MinnesotaBA - Bachelor of Arts1978
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Waukesha County Bar Association Spring CLE eventDemise of the Deadman's Statute:R.I.P. Keynote speaker2018
The Word on the LawRadio talk show show host called "The Word on the Law"2007
Legal night: Monthly Chapter meeting for the Elm Grove Chamber of Commerce"Do you know your actual legal drinking limit? You need to know this!"1998

Reviews

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Outstanding Attorney

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Making the decision to file for divorce was the most difficult decision I've ever had to make. It was truly a blessing to me to be able to work with such compassionate and caring people. Mark made sure that I felt very secure in knowing that he was there to protect me. I was very nervous about the entire process, and I had no idea what to expect. He made sure that I understood everything that was taking place by walking me through it, step by step. I trusted him completely, and I would recommend his services to anyone who would be in need of a trustworthy, respectable and caring attorney.

Additional support during collaborative divorce

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When my collaborative divorce process stalled in spite of mediation, my attorney enlisted Mark's assistance to get us unstuck. Mark's counsel and advice enabled me to proceed with confidence, reach a fair settlement, and most importantly, to get on with my life. I'm forever grateful!
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Recommendation

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I am writing to your website on behalf of Atty. Mark Knutson. I have been a member of the Wisconsin State Bar for 33 years and have known Mark for over 20 of those years. Mark has a reputation as a true professional in the legal community. Since one of his specialties is family law, I have had many occasions to recommend friends and family to him and I always do so without reservation, as his office is conveniently located on Greenfield Road and he and his staff are always courteous and professional. You even get a quick call back if there's no one able to pick up a text or call. Finally, since he is familiar with most of the courts in southeast Wisconsin, clients can be confident that they will be well advised if their case needs to be litigated or a settlement needs the approval of a judge or court commissioner. Thank you for this opportunity to comment. I have nothing but praise and confidence that readers who choose The Law Offices of Mark Knutson will receive top-notch legal representation.
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Attorney endorsements

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Rex Anderegg, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 22, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I strongly endorse this lawyer. He is extremely knowledgeable in the area and very conscientious.

Kent Tess-Mattner, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 14, 2019
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I have opposed Mark S. Knutson several times over many years in divorce cases. He is very knowledgeable in family law. Although he is a strong advocate for his clients, he is also willing to negotiate reasonable settlements. I endorse this lawyer.

Erik Krueger, General practice Attorney on Jun 21, 2018
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

Mark has 40 years of experience representing clients during some of the most difficult times of their lives. His style is a blend of prudence and doggedness. He gets results for his clients, often better results than they were willing to settle for.

Jerome Buting, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 19, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I have known Mark Knutson for more than 20 years and worked together for about three years. He has the utmost integrity and treats his clients as real people who need assistance in challenging times. Always a good listener and keeps up on developments in the law.

Jason Heinen, Business Attorney on Jun 19, 2018
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

Mark is one of the most professional attorneys I have ever known and advocates very well for his clients. He is a man of character and I would strongly recommend him to anyone going through a tough season in their family.

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