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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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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
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Posted by Suresh | February 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Residential
One of the best litigation attorney
I had to use Rudolph J Koss on one of the residential house litigation based on the feedback from our friend. Rudolph is amazing and I really like the fact, the way he takes time to understand our issue, verifies the fact first and then advises pros and cons of the issue. Then he explains how he will...
Posted by TANIA DSOUZA | January 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
One of the best Attorneys
I hired Att Rudolph twice. Att Rudolph Kuss is one of the best lawyers to work with. His counsel is sharp, on point, strategic and his expertise is impeccable with procuring evidence. I won both my cases. One of my cases was resolved even before starting a lawsuit. Att Rudolph not only helped with si...
Posted by Mark | October 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Delivered on Excellence
Atty. Kuss discussed the potential for our case in terms my wife and I could understand. He advised us as to exactly what we needed to do in terms of discovery and kept us updated as to status. Atty. Kuss was extremely professional and responsive to all our questions. There was no sugar coating of e...
Posted by anonymous | September 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great help with small case
Attorney Kuss took our case, even though for him, it wasn't going to be a huge payday. But we needed help, and probably couldn't have navigated it without him. He gave us time and attention, and kept us updated via email of how things were progressing. He was also very helpful during our negotiations...
Posted by L | November 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Unhinged, unprofessional and unprepared
I hired Rudy to represent me in a mold case on a contingency fee basis. His moods were incredibly labile, initially being able to fulfill his duties as my attorney, then moving through multiple paralegals and taking his aggression out on me. Rudy identified incorrect witnesses and did not prep me or ...
"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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2024
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
Settled
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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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