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also known as Rudy Kuss
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I represent homeowners who have purchased a defective property. The most common defects are leaky basements, displaced foundation walls, leaky roofs, moisture intrusion, mold, failed septic systems, flooding, and failed wells. I litigate claims on a contingent fee basis against prior homeowners, realtors, and inspectors. Claims against prior homeowners are the most common because they have a duty to disclose the defects that they learned about from living in the home. I also represent homeowners who have built a new home or who have made improvements to their existing home, pursuing claims against developers, builders, and contractors. Finally, I represent people who want to purchase property, protecting them through drafting contingencies in the offer and negotiating a release when defects are discovered prior to closing.
I was born in Milwaukee, grew up in Wauwatosa, and raised my family in Grafton. I attended the University of Wisconsin on the prestigious Evans Scholarship and marched in the world-renowned Wisconsin Marching Band. I spend time visiting my recent college graduate son and my college junior daughter and adjusting to our empty nest with my wife. I also enjoy attending sporting events and concerts, weightlifting, reading, and volunteering in my community.
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Practice Areas
21 years | 500 cases
21 years | 500 cases
21 years | 500 cases
21 years | 500 cases
33%-40%
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Fax
1025 South Moorland Road, Suite 502, Brookfield, WI, 53005
stevensandkuss.com/Other places you can find Rudolph online.
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Posted by Brad | March 27, 2015 | Real Estate
Wow! All I can say is Wow!
I'm a small business owner in Southern WI so my time is valuable. I tried to work with a local general practice law firm thinking it might be the best way to go trying to settle a residential realestate matter. $3000 and 3 months later I felt overwhelmed and panicked as I could see the local attor...
Posted by Adam | March 27, 2015 | Real Estate
Basement Repair Code Lawsuit
Rudy proved himself to be an excellent attorney for my family. At issue was a matter of justice, being a first time home owner who purchased a property under the promise that basement repairs be performed by a licensed professional according to current WI standards. After discovery that the repairs...
Posted by Sherry | March 25, 2015 | Residential
A lawyer you can trust!
My experience with Mr. Kuss is nothing but wonderful. He is truly a lawyer that works hard for you but also has a big heart. He worked very closely with us. He handled a cae for my daughter and her future husband on a case regarding buying there first home. The seller had sold them a home with a ho...
Posted by Kevin | March 25, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Very satisfied with handling of our case
We were skeptical about hiring a lawyer to begin with. We were unsure what we could do in our situation or if we even had a case. We found Rudy by posting a question on Avvo. After speaking with Rudy we decided to give it a try but we remained skeptical of using a lawyer. Rudy and his team did a grea...
Posted by Bart | March 25, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
What you expect from a top lawyer
Rudy guided us through every step of the process. He was very knowledgeable and we always had the impression that he had been "down this road before" with what ever our case presented. The best decision we made was going to him right away.
"Rudy is a tireless advocate for his clients and I give him my endorsement without reservation. He has a strong command of residential construction and real estate law."
"I never hesitate to refer any real estate or construction issues to Rudy because I know he'll do a fantastic job. I fully endorse him, his services, and his abilities."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
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Real Estate And Construction Lawyers Powerlist, Wisconsin Law Journal
2009
Up And Coming Lawyer, Wisconsin Law Journal
2013 - Present
Shareholder, Stevens & Kuss S.C.
2005 - Present
Associate, Law Office of Daniel W. Stevens
2020 - Present
Wisconsin Association of Foundation Repair ProfessionalsLegal Counsel
2019 - Present
Habitat for Humanity - Ozaukee CountyLegal Counsel
2017 - Present
Village of Grafton Board of ReviewMember / Chairperson
2016 - 2018
Milwaukee Area Youth Lacrosse AssociationGirls' Youth Director
2014 - 2016
Milwaukee Area Youth Lacrosse AssociationBoard Member
2012 - 2015
Boy Scouts of America - Bay-Lakes Council, Kettle Country DistrictFriends of Scouting Chair
2008 - 2011
Boy Scouts of AmericaCubmaster
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2005
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
BBA
2021
English
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Rudolph earned significant contribution points in 2013.
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