$ 350-350 per hour
Ms. Clausen dedicates her practice exclusively to family law, providing exceptional representation to clients in Racine, Kenosha, and surrounding counties who are navigating divorce or other significant legal matters affecting their families.
While in law school, Ms. Clausen concentrated her studies on conflict resolution and mediation, earning a Certificate in Alternative Dispute Resolution. Her passion for this area developed through her participation in Marquette’s Mediation Clinic. During her second year of law school, she represented Marquette Law School internationally at the Consensual Dispute Resolution Competition (CDRC) in Vienna, Austria, where she received the award for Best Mediation Management.
As an attorney, she strives to provide the highest level of counsel and support possible through experienced, dedicated and compassionate advocacy. Well-versed in mediation and other alternative dispute resolution techniques, Ms. Clausen is a certified attorney-mediator assisting self-represented parties resolve their conflicts and reach agreements on child custody, property division, maintenance, and other related matters without having to resort to costly, stressful, and adversarial court proceedings.
Highly active in her legal community, Ms. Clausen is a member of the Kenosha County Bar Association, the State Bar of Wisconsin and the current President of the Racine County Bar Association. Ms. Clausen also serves as a board member on the Education Foundation of Kenosha, serving to encourage creativity, innovation and motivation for educators through support grants that infuse a creative dimension for students.
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Acquired: 2020
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913 Main Street, Racine, WI, 53403
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Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney
I had a unique situation that required a deep dive into 20 years of out of state paperwork. Once documents were acquired and reviewed, Jillian contacted the courts and ensured that our objective could be attained. Her diligence was critical as I do not live in WI. Through detailed emails and phone ...
Posted by Luis | August 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I wholeheartedly recommend Attorney Clausen for her outstanding legal representation. From our first meeting, she demonstrated genuine dedication to my best interests, making a complex legal process feel manageable and approachable. Her professionalism, responsiveness, and honesty built a deep sense ...
Posted by Melissa | July 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Jillian is a phenomenal attorney! Not only does she have the expertise of family law, she is extremely compassionate about your case and needs. I couldn’t imagine going through my divorce with any other attorney. I highly recommend! I should note that I consulted/interviewed 4 other attorneys pri...
Posted by Corey | April 9, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I was referred to a different lawyer at the same firm but he wasn’t available when I went for a meeting. The woman at the front office told me that there is another attorney I could meet with if I wanted to. I said ok let’s give it a shot. A few minutes after meeting with Jillian I knew that I wante...
Posted by Jessica | April 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Jillian is an incredible ally to have on your side during a difficult time. She went above and beyond for my case, was very thorough, responsive, and accommodating. You can tell she cares about her clients and is passionate about her work. Working with her gave me the peace of mind I needed and left ...
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Jillian Elise Clausen has proven herself to be a family law attorney who approaches her work with careful preparation, a strong respect for the rule of law, and a commitment to ensuring that everyone who sets foot in her law office is treated with respect and their case gets extra special attention. She combines stellar legal credentials with a proven commitment to international cultural appreciation, community engagement, leadership, and the highest professional standards. Outstanding legal talent."
"Attorney Clausen represents her clients with vigor and responsibility. She approaches representation of compassion and and realistic expectations outside of the courtroom while zealously advocating for her clients in Court. I highly endorse Attorney Clausen."
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2024
Top 10 Under 40 Attorney Award, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys, Inc.
2019
Best Mediation Management Award, IBA-VIAC CDRC VIENNA Mediation and Negotiation Competition
2019
EXCELLENCE FOR THE FUTURE AWARD - Guardian ad Litem Workshop, The Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction (CALI)
2022 - Present
Senior Associate Attorney, Murphy, Johnson & Trampe, S.C.
2020 - 2022
Attorney, Renée E. Mura, S.C.
2014 - 2020
Paralegal, Renee E. Mura, S.C.
2025 - Present
Racine County Bar AssociationPresident
2022 - Present
Racine County Bar AssociationMember
2020 - Present
State Bar of WisconsinMember
2020 - Present
Kenosha County Bar AssociationMember
2023 - 2024
Racine County Bar AssociationBoard of Governors
2020
JD - Juris Doctor
2014
BS - Bachelor of Science
2023
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