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  • Madison, WI
  • Licensed for 21 years
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Jason Knutson
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About Jason

Jason Knutson is a shareholder with the firm. His practice features complex litigation, such as major environmental and industrial accidents, and class action claims. He also handles cases of medical malpractice, products liability, and personal injury. Jason has had personal injury cases at every level of Wisconsin’s justice system from jury trials in county circuit courts to arguing before the Wisconsin Supreme Court.  Additionally, Jason is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Wisconsin Law School where he has taught courses in trial advocacy, negotiation, legal writing, and lawyering skills.

In 2017, Jason was named one of the “Top 50 attorneys in Wisconsin” and “Top 25 attorneys in Madison” by Super Lawyers®.  Due to his significant trial experience and success, Jason has been certified as a Civil Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy and named a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by The National Trial Lawyers. He is listed in Best Lawyers in America, including the most recent edition in 2018 for his work in personal injury litigation. He also received the 2017 Dane County Bar Association Pro Bono Attorney Award for his work with the Latino Community in Dane County.

Jason is an active member in several legal associations and local community organizations, including the James E. Doyle Inns of Court, and Board of Trustees of the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art.  He is a past president of Woodland Montessori School, and a frequent youth sports coach in the Madison area.  He has held committee positions for the State Bar of Wisconsin, and the Dane County Bar Association. 

Jason graduated cum laude from the University of Wisconsin Law School.  When not in the office or courtroom, his interests include art history, movies and aviation.

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English

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Contact

Habush, Habush & Rottier, S.C.

150 E. Gilman Street
Suite 200
Madison, WI, 53703

Website
http://www.habush.com/attorneys/jason-knutson/ 

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      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      WIGood Standing200105/28/2022
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers12
      Legal guides6
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate Granted
      Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs - MadisonBest Lawyers in America2020
      Lawyer of the Year - Personal Injury Litigation - PlaintiffsBest Lawyers in America2020
      Best Lawyer, Personal Injury Litigation - PlaintiffsBest Lawyers in America2019
      Best LawyerBest Lawyers in America2018
      Top 25 Madison Super LawyersWisconsin Super Lawyers2018
      Personal Injury Litigation - PlaintiffsBest Lawyers in America2018
      Top 50 Wisconsin Super LawyersWisconsin Super Lawyers2018
      Super LawyerWisconsin Super Lawyers2018
      Super LawyerWisconsin Super Lawyers2018
      Top 50 Wisconsin Super LawyersWisconsin Super Lawyers2018
      Top 25 Madison Super LawyersWisconsin Super Lawyers2018
      Best Lawyers in AmericaBest Lawyers in America2016
      Top 50 WisconsinSuper Lawyers2015
      Top 25 MadisonSuper Lawyers2015
      Super LawyerMilwaukee Magazine2015
      Best Lawyers in AmericaBest Lawyers in America2015
      Top 100 Trial LawyerThe National Trial Lawyers2014
      10 Best Personal Injury LawyerAmerican Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys2014
      Civil Trial SpecialistNational Board of Trial Advocacy2013
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers2008
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers2006
      work experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      Adjunct ProfessorUniversity of Wisconsin Law School2006 - Present
      AttorneyAxley Brynelson LLP2003 - 2011
      AttorneyAtterbury & Riley, S.C.1999 - 2003
      associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Wisconsin Law FoundationFellow2018 - Present
      Madison Museum of Contemporary ArtVice President2013 - Present
      Dane County Bar AssociationVolunteer Mediator2003 - Present
      American Association for JusticeMemberN/A
      American Bar AssociationMemberN/A
      James E. Doyle American Inn of CourtExecutive Committee MemberN/A
      State Bar of Wisconsin, Law-related Education CommitteeMemberN/A
      Lawyer Pilots Bar AssociationMemberN/A
      Legal Writing InstituteMemberN/A
      National Center for Victims of CrimeMemberN/A
      Public Investors Arbitration Bar AssociationMemberN/A
      Wisconsin Health Care AssociationMemberN/A
      State Bar of Wisconsin, Media-Law Relations CommitteeMember2006 - 2007
      Woodland Montessori SchoolPresident2004 - 2008
      Wisconsin Association for JusticeMembership Committee2003 - 2007
      Dane County Bar Association, Mediation CommitteeSubcommittee Chair2003 - 2007
      publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      Wisconsin Lawyer magazinePersonal Injury: When Criminal and Civil Law Intersect2018
      Wisconsin Law JournalFighting the Fine Print – Madison Lawyers Wage Epic Battle Over Whether Arbitration Agreements Violate Labor Laws2016
      Wisconsin Law Journal7th Circuit Getting its Crack at Arbitration Agreements2016
      Wisconsin LawyerWalk in our Shoes: Why Docs Avoid Lawyers2012
      Wisconsin LawyerPreparing the Personal Injury Plaintiff for Mediation2007
      The VerdictRisking Home Equity in the Stock Market2005
      The VerdictUnsuitable Investment Claims, 1012004
      education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      University of Wisconsin Law SchoolJD - Juris Doctor - cum laude2000
      University of Minnesota, Twin CitiesBA - Bachelor of Arts - Waller Scholarship Winner1991
      speaking engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Health, Labor, and Employment Law InstituteAutomatic Meal Break Deduction Policies in Hospitals2014
      CLE WebinarAuto Insurance2012
      CLE WebinarHow to Help Doctors Help You and Your Clients2012
      Continuing Legal EducationPersonal Injury Cases2008
      Lorman CLE SeminarAuto Insurance: Uninsured, Underinsured and Accident Litigation in Wisconsin2007
      MAPA presentationPreparing for Mediation and Arbitration2007
      CLE presentationLoose Metadata Can Sink Ships2006
      CLE presentationEthics Questions and Answers for the Litigator2006
      Lorman CLE SeminarSkillfully Handling Motor Vehicle Accidents from Start to Finish2006
      Litigation SeminarPreparing for Litigation2005
      Continuing Education SeminarThe Ethics of Representing Both Sides of the Insurer/Insured Fence2004
      Classroom to CourtroomNew Lawyer Challenges2004
      Tort & Technique Continuing Education UpdatePunitive Damages in Drunk Driving Cases2003
      legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      Nordgren v. Epic SystemsSettlement
      Pitbull attackSettled for policy limits of $400,000.00
      Fosbinder v. St. Mary's HospitalSettlement
      Nichols v. ProgressiveJudgment
      Harold Umansky v. Barry FoxSupreme Court rules in plaintiff's favor.

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      Lawyer Matthew David Robles

      Matthew Robles, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 11, 2016
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Jason is an outstanding litigator with a true passion for serving his clients. Our firm regularly refers people with personal injury claims to Jason knowing that they will be in good hands. His dedication to clients and his track record of success are exceptional.

      Lawyer Michael S. Waddington

      Michael Waddington, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 2, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse Jason. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

      Lawyer Matthew David Robles

      Matthew Robles, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 11, 2016
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Jason is an outstanding litigator with a true passion for serving his clients. Our firm regularly refers people with personal injury claims to Jason knowing that they will be in good hands. His dedication to clients and his track record of success are exceptional.

      Lawyer Michael S. Waddington

      Michael Waddington, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 2, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse Jason. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

      Lawyer David Carlton Zoeller

      David Zoeller, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 2, 2014
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      Jason’s ability to understand and respond to his client’s needs makes him stand out as a personal injury lawyer. His combination of experience, legal expertise and compassion is rare to find in any lawyer. Our firm frequently refers matters to Jason and the results he achieves never disappoint.

      Lawyer Breanne Leigh Snapp

      Breanne Snapp, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 30, 2014
      Relationship: Co-worker

      Jason's ability to connect with clients is exceptional. He is an empathetic listener and always goes the extra mile to achieve a great result for the people he represents.

      Lawyer Rhonda L. Lanford

      Rhonda Lanford, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 10, 2012
      Relationship: Co-worker

      Attorney Knutson joined our law firm in 2011, and I have worked with him on several client matters. He has been a model of professionalism and dedication to his clients, and his knowledge of personal injury law is extensive. He is very thorough and detail-oriented in his management and evaluation of case files. I endorse him without hesitation.

      Lawyer Andrew D. Weininger

      Andrew Weininger, Personal injury Attorney on May 14, 2012
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Jason is one of the finest attorneys I know. His genuine and honest character, combined with his extensive legal knowledge, allows him to provide outstanding legal representation.

      Lawyer Brian D. Anderson

      Brian Anderson, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 5, 2008
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer's work; he's a tenacious and creative advocate and one of the finest trial lawyers in the state.

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