Over 75 Years of Helping Wisconsin's Injured
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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Habush, Habush & Rottier, S.C.
150 E. Gilman Street
Suite 200
Madison, WI, 53703
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WI | Good Standing | 2001 | 05/28/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs - Madison | Best Lawyers in America | 2020 |
Lawyer of the Year - Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs | Best Lawyers in America | 2020 |
Best Lawyer, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs | Best Lawyers in America | 2019 |
Best Lawyer | Best Lawyers in America | 2018 |
Top 25 Madison Super Lawyers | Wisconsin Super Lawyers | 2018 |
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs | Best Lawyers in America | 2018 |
Top 50 Wisconsin Super Lawyers | Wisconsin Super Lawyers | 2018 |
Super Lawyer | Wisconsin Super Lawyers | 2018 |
Super Lawyer | Wisconsin Super Lawyers | 2018 |
Top 50 Wisconsin Super Lawyers | Wisconsin Super Lawyers | 2018 |
Top 25 Madison Super Lawyers | Wisconsin Super Lawyers | 2018 |
Best Lawyers in America | Best Lawyers in America | 2016 |
Top 50 Wisconsin | Super Lawyers | 2015 |
Top 25 Madison | Super Lawyers | 2015 |
Super Lawyer | Milwaukee Magazine | 2015 |
Best Lawyers in America | Best Lawyers in America | 2015 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyer | The National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
10 Best Personal Injury Lawyer | American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys | 2014 |
Civil Trial Specialist | National Board of Trial Advocacy | 2013 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2008 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2006 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Adjunct Professor | University of Wisconsin Law School | 2006 - Present |
Attorney | Axley Brynelson LLP | 2003 - 2011 |
Attorney | Atterbury & Riley, S.C. | 1999 - 2003 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Wisconsin Law Foundation | Fellow | 2018 - Present |
Madison Museum of Contemporary Art | Vice President | 2013 - Present |
Dane County Bar Association | Volunteer Mediator | 2003 - Present |
American Association for Justice | Member | N/A |
American Bar Association | Member | N/A |
James E. Doyle American Inn of Court | Executive Committee Member | N/A |
State Bar of Wisconsin, Law-related Education Committee | Member | N/A |
Lawyer Pilots Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Legal Writing Institute | Member | N/A |
National Center for Victims of Crime | Member | N/A |
Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Wisconsin Health Care Association | Member | N/A |
State Bar of Wisconsin, Media-Law Relations Committee | Member | 2006 - 2007 |
Woodland Montessori School | President | 2004 - 2008 |
Wisconsin Association for Justice | Membership Committee | 2003 - 2007 |
Dane County Bar Association, Mediation Committee | Subcommittee Chair | 2003 - 2007 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Wisconsin Lawyer magazine | Personal Injury: When Criminal and Civil Law Intersect | 2018 |
Wisconsin Law Journal | Fighting the Fine Print – Madison Lawyers Wage Epic Battle Over Whether Arbitration Agreements Violate Labor Laws | 2016 |
Wisconsin Law Journal | 7th Circuit Getting its Crack at Arbitration Agreements | 2016 |
Wisconsin Lawyer | Walk in our Shoes: Why Docs Avoid Lawyers | 2012 |
Wisconsin Lawyer | Preparing the Personal Injury Plaintiff for Mediation | 2007 |
The Verdict | Risking Home Equity in the Stock Market | 2005 |
The Verdict | Unsuitable Investment Claims, 101 | 2004 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Wisconsin Law School | JD - Juris Doctor - cum laude | 2000 |
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities | BA - Bachelor of Arts - Waller Scholarship Winner | 1991 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Health, Labor, and Employment Law Institute | Automatic Meal Break Deduction Policies in Hospitals | 2014 |
CLE Webinar | Auto Insurance | 2012 |
CLE Webinar | How to Help Doctors Help You and Your Clients | 2012 |
Continuing Legal Education | Personal Injury Cases | 2008 |
Lorman CLE Seminar | Auto Insurance: Uninsured, Underinsured and Accident Litigation in Wisconsin | 2007 |
MAPA presentation | Preparing for Mediation and Arbitration | 2007 |
CLE presentation | Loose Metadata Can Sink Ships | 2006 |
CLE presentation | Ethics Questions and Answers for the Litigator | 2006 |
Lorman CLE Seminar | Skillfully Handling Motor Vehicle Accidents from Start to Finish | 2006 |
Litigation Seminar | Preparing for Litigation | 2005 |
Continuing Education Seminar | The Ethics of Representing Both Sides of the Insurer/Insured Fence | 2004 |
Classroom to Courtroom | New Lawyer Challenges | 2004 |
Tort & Technique Continuing Education Update | Punitive Damages in Drunk Driving Cases | 2003 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Nordgren v. Epic Systems | Settlement |
Pitbull attack | Settled for policy limits of $400,000.00 |
Fosbinder v. St. Mary's Hospital | Settlement |
Nichols v. Progressive | Judgment |
Harold Umansky v. Barry Fox | Supreme Court rules in plaintiff's favor. |
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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