$ 480-480 per hour
Daniel J. Krause
also known as Dan Krause
About Daniel
Biography
Army JAG Corps Vet (retired). Board-Certified Specialist (EPLS)*
Estate Planning. Probate and Trust Settlement. Elder Law.
With his decades of experience, Dan Krause is sought after for his ability to make the legal system work for his clients. With understanding, training and experience, he guides his clients through estate planning and probate or trust administration.
Dan is a retired Army Major and JAG Officer and a former Peace Corps Volunteer (Kenya).
Dan has lectured on estate planning throughout the years for classes of civilian and military attorneys and CPAs. He has also contributed content and drafting expertise to four major drafting library packages used by attorneys nationally.
Attending law school on scholarship at NYU Law, Dan graduated in 1999. He also received an M.A. in Philosophy from NYU that year.
Before his legal career, Dan was a US Army Medic and a Peace Corps Volunteer (Kenya).
Dan lives in Oregon, Wisconsin, with his family.
*Estate Planning Law Specialist; certified by The Estate Law Specialist Board, Inc.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Elder Law
40%
27 years | 150 cases
Estate Planning
40%
27 years | 1,000 cases
Probate
20%
27 years | 70 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Illinois for 6 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Licensed in Wisconsin for 26 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Licensed in Minnesota for 26 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Krause Estate Planning & Elder Law Center, a Friendly Law Firm LLC organization
116 Spring Street, Oregon, WI, 53575
Krause Estate Planning & Elder Law Center, a Friendly Law Firm LLC organization
Lafayette Bldg, Suite 207, 313 Price Place, Madison, WI, 53705
Krause Estate Planning & Elder Law Center
15850 W Bluemound Rd, Suite 314, Brookfield, WI, 53005
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Daniel J. Krause's Reviews
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Posted by Justin | April 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Fantastic, very happy with his work and with Krause-Donovan Estate Planning
I've worked with Dan four times over the past ten years to create and adjust my estate plan. Each time, he's been attentive to my detailed requests, and always takes the time to explain my options and answer any questions I have about them. One of these adjustments happened just before my (unexpec...
Daniel Krause
Replied last April 18, 2019Thanks, Justin! We are very fortunate to have clients like you.
Posted by Victoria | March 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Estate Planning
My husband and I went to Dan to help plan our estate. He and the folks at Krause Donovan were very professional, friendly, and efficient. Dan is fluent in what he practices. He was able to guide us through this process with a thorough understanding of what decisions we needed to make to create clear ...
Daniel Krause
Replied last March 13, 2019Thank you, Victoria! Your kind words bring joy to me and our staff!
Posted by Kris | February 5, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Working with Krause Donovan
My husband and I needed a will and turned to Krause Donovan for their help after the firm had invited us to a "what is estate planning all" about dinner/meeting. Having a will was something we knew we needed, but kept putting it off. Krause Donovan was wonderful...they asked all the right questions...
Daniel Krause
Replied last March 13, 2019Kris, thank you for the kind words! We endeavor always to live up to your belief in us!
Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Job Dan & Team
We worked with Dan to draft our estate planning documents. He was very thorough and helpful during the process. His team did a great job making sure everything was taken care of for us from beginning to end.
Daniel Krause
Replied last March 13, 2019It is a pleasure and an honor to help you and your loved ones!
Daniel J. Krause's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Dan Krause, he is an excellent estate and elder lawyer, and a great human being. He is not only capable, he is also, compassionate, and committed to his client's best."
"Daniel’s knowledge and compassion make him an easy lawyer to endorse. He listens; he is concerned about making his clients leave with a complete estate plan. He is dedicated and forward thinking. You are in good hands with Dan."
"Dan Krause is a fantastic attorney. He is very knowledgeable. My favorite thing about Dan is that he is patient with his clients, yet aggressive with his problem solving strategy. I endorse his work."
"Dan is one of the most knowledgeable, gracious, and understanding lawyers you will ever encounter. His entire practice has been designed to make the client feel comfortable while being the center of focus for the entire firm. If you have an estate planning issue, you can be assured Dan will find the solution for you. I have known Dan for the past 5 years through both state and national organizations."
"I have known Dan for several years and highly, highly recommend him. Dan is always learning and I see him always attending high level conferences to learn new and better techniques to help his clients. Dan is knowledgeable and cares deeply. Definitely go talk to Dan."
"I have known Dan for a number of years and have found him to be very knowledgeable in the area of Estate Planning. Dan is an exceptional attorney who explains complicated concepts in an understandable way. He is calm, approachable and empathetic."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Dan is a well-regarded and driven attorney who has provided exceptional legal representation to numerous clients throughout the years. With his extensive knowledge, broad experience and impressive professional skills, he will invest his time and energy into achieving the best outcome for each client matter, regardless of its level of complexity."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Estate Planning Law Specialist, The National Association of Estate Planners & Councils
2016
Army Commendation Medal, Secretary of the Army
2011
Meritorious Service Medal, President of the United States of America
2010
Army Commendation Medal, Secretary of the Army
2005
Army Commendation Medal, Secretary of the Army
2003
Army Achievement Medal, Secretary of the Army
Work Experience
2000 - Present
Attorney, Krause Estate Planning & Elder Law Center
2003 - 2004
Assistant Corp. Counsel (limited term employee), Sauk County, WI Corporation Counsel's Office
2000 - 2016
Judge Advocate, JAG Corps, US Army Reserves
Associations
2008 - Present
Dane County Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
State Bar of Wisconsin, Elder Law SectionMember
1999 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
In re Trust of H.H.
My client wrested control of his inheritance from a big bank trustee.
Education
1999
New York U
Juris Doctor
1992
Univ. of Wis.- Stevens Point
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2019
Grantor Trusts: What Are They and When Should You Use Them
Grantor Trusts
2018
2018 Wisconsin JAG Readiness Conference
Financial Powers of Attorney for the Military Lawyer -JAG
2017
2017 Wisconsin JAG Readiness Conference
Estate Planning for the Military Practitioner
2014
Trusts from A to Z
Taxation of Irrevocable Trusts
2012
The Basics of Estate Planning
The Basics of Estate Planning
2008
Use of Trusts in Estate Planning
Trusts
Publications
2017
Speakeasy Publishing
Estate Planning in Wisconsin: Privacy, Protection and Taking Control
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Does power of attorney fudicary responsibility over ride joint bank account laws?
15 Apr 2019
Q&A
Can executor duties be done from a distance or do they need to live near the deceased?
16 Apr 2018
Q&A
How do I get a copy of my mother will in Wisconsin? My brother is executor, but will not show us the will.
25 Mar 2018