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Kevin David Trost
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Expertise: Real estate disputes, financial services compliance issues, banking matters, construction issues, insurance, product liability, toxic torts, and contract analysis.
I have over 20 years of legal experience. In my practice, I regularly represent businesses, financial institutions, and individuals at all levels of the state and federal court systems. My legal expertise is in resolving disputes relating to real estate, construction, insurance, and banking. I have extensive knowledge of issues involving the Wisconsin Consumer Act, FDCPA, FCRA, and TCPA. I am also skilled at negotiating contracts for businesses, especially those operating in the financial services industry.
While I frequently counsel my clients to employ methods of modern alternative dispute resolution, I have significant first chair trial experience that has resulted in successful verdicts benefiting my clients. These trials have spanned from one day to multiple weeks and have covered a wide variety of legal issues, including liability for violations of federal banking statutes, product liability, bad faith insurance claims, and real estate.
I am involved in the community through volunteer work for various associations and the State Bar of Wisconsin Attorney Hotline. I share my legal expertise through the publication of numerous articles for both lawyers and non-lawyers. Additionally, I have appeared on the Larry Meiller Show on Wisconsin Public Radio and NBC 15 WMTV News to discuss and answer questions regarding bankruptcy and claims arising from the discovery of undisclosed defects in the sale of homes.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Litigation
30%
28 years
Banking
20%
28 years
Real Estate
20%
28 years
Construction and Development
10%
28 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Michigan for 20 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in Wisconsin for 27 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Trost LLC
122 W. Washington Ave., Suite 750, Madison, WI, 53703
Trost LLC
PO Box 628493, Middleton, WI, 53562
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Posted by Christina | June 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Excellent Attorney
We ran into a situation where we had purchased a home that started to show signs of major hidden damage only 6 months after we purchased it. After hiring multiple contractors to come look at the damage and doing a lot of research on our own, we realized that the sellers were aware of this damage bef...
Kevin David Trost's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked with Keven. He is an excellent attorney who practices in the areas of banking law, creditor representation and business litigation. I heartily endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of working with Kevin for many years. Kevin is smart, ethical, diligent and experienced in many areas of the law."
"Kevin is a valued and trusted partner in litigation matters."
"Kevin is the go to attorney for real estate and residential construction disputes. He has a great deal of experience, and is the most cost effective in dealing with such cases."
"“I have had the opportunity to work with Attorney Kevin Trost on a number of cases over the years. He is a skilled attorney who does an excellent job and works hard for his clients. He returns his phone calls promptly and is very professional. He is knowledgeable attorney. I would highly recommend.”"
"I endorse this lawyer. Kevin is an outstanding litigator and one hard working attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Litigation - Banking and Finance 2026 Lawyer of the Year, Best Lawyers
2025
Super Lawyers Wisconsin Top Rated Real Estate Attorney, Super Lawyers
2025
Best Lawyers® Award Recipient, Litigation - Real Estate, Best Lawyers
2025
Best Law Firm Award Recipient, Litigation - Insurance, Best Lawyers
2025
Best Law Firm Award Recipient, Litigation - Banking and Finance, Best Lawyers
2025
Best Lawyers® Award Recipient, Litigation - Banking and Finance, Best Lawyers
2025
Best Lawyers® Award Recipient, Litigation - Insurance, Best Lawyers
2025
Best Law Firm Award Recipient, Litigation - Real Estate, Best Lawyers
2024
Best Law Firm Award Recipient, Litigation - Insurance, Best Lawyers
2024
Powerlist - Wisconsin Real Estate and Construction Law Attorneys, Wisconsin Law Journal
2024
Best Lawyers® Award Recipient, Litigation - Real Estate, Best Lawyers
2024
Best Law Firm Award Recipient, Litigation - Banking and Finance, Best Lawyers
2024
Best Lawyers® Award Recipient, Litigation - Banking and Finance, Best Lawyers
2024
Best Lawyers® Award Recipient, Litigation - Insurance, Best Lawyers
2024
Best Law Firm Award Recipient, Litigation - Real Estate, Best Lawyers
2023
Best Lawyers® Award Recipient, Litigation - Real Estate, Best Lawyers
2023
Best Lawyers® Award Recipient, Litigation - Insurance, Best Lawyers
2023
Best Lawyers® Award Recipient, Litigation - Banking and Finance, Best Lawyers
2021
The Top 29 Articles of 2021, State Bar of Wisconsin
2017
Top 16 Articles of 2016, Best of the Year Articles, State Bar of Wisconsin
2000
Hotline Firm of the Year Award, State Bar of Wisconsin
1995
Cum Laude, Washington University in St. Louis
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Managing Attorney, Trost, LLC
2011 - 2021
Partner, Axley Brynelson, LLP
2008 - 2011
Attorney, Weltman, Weinberg & Reis
2005 - 2007
Attorney, PJ&M, P.C.
1998 - 2005
Associate and Senior Associate, Axley Brynelson, LLP
1997 - 1998
Clerk, Christopher Law Office/Lasker Law Office
1997 - 1997
Clerk, Dane County Circuit Court
Associations
2023 - Present
State Bar of Wisconsin, Solo/Small Firm & General Practice SectionBoard Member
2016 - Present
Great Lakes Credit and Collection AssociationLegislative Committee Member
2016 - Present
Great Lakes Credit and Collection AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Wisconsin Collectors AssociationLegislative Committee Member
2012 - Present
American Collectors AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Wisconsin Collectors AssociationMember
2005 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
1998 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
Dane County Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
State Bar of WisconsinMember
1998 - Present
State Bar of WisconsinVolunteer Attorney Hotline
2017 - 2019
American Collectors AssociationElected Attorney Point of Contact for Wisconsin
2016 - 2019
Great Lakes Credit and Collection AssociationChair of Legislative Committee
2014 - 2016
Wisconsin Collectors AssociationBoard of Directors
2011 - 2021
Wisconsin Defense CounselMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Defense of Multiple Fraud and Arson Insurance Claims
Trial Victories
Prosecution of Claims for Home Buyers for Undisclosed Defects
Favorable Settlements
Defense of Multiple Residential Real Estate Disputes
Claims Dissmissed
Trost v. Haack Homestead Inspections, 2020 WI App 18, 942 N.W.2d 494 (2020)
Settlement Before Trial
WARRINGTON v. CITY OF PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, 2020 WI App 1, 937 N.W.2d 302 (2019)
Case Dismissed
Cunningham v. Montes, 883 F.3d 688 (7th Cir. 2018)
Default Judgment Reversed
BADGER PRECISION CUT-STOCK, INC. v. BREWER MACHINE & PARTS LLC, No. 15-cv-832-wmc (W.D. Wis. 2017)
Settlement Before Trial
DRM, INC. v. BLM LAND, LLC, 14-cv-754-wmc (W.D. Wis. June 04, 2015)
Favorable Jury Verdict
Kay vs. United of Omaha Life Ins. Co., Case No. 09-11887 (E.D. Mich. Jul. 26, 2012)
Favorable Settlement
State Farm v. Clear Channel Communications (Ionia, MI 2009)
Settlement Before Trial
Enforcement of Marine Vessel Lien
Collateral Recovered
Wisconsin Department of Corrections v. Schacht, 524 U.S. 381, 118 S. Ct. 2047, 141 L.Ed.2d 364 (1998)
Case Dismissed
Education
1998
University of Wisconsin, Madison
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
Washington University in St. Louis
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2025
State Bar of Wisconsin Solo & Small Firm Conference
CLE Presentation, "25 Things Every Lawyer Should Know."
2024
Wisconsin Public Radio, Larry Meiller Show
All About Housing: What to Know Whether You Are Buying, Selling or Renting.
2024
Spring 2024 Seminar
Legislation and Legal Issues Affecting Home Inspectors
2023
Wisconsin Public Radio, Larry Meiller Show
Legal Issues with Real Estate
2023
2023
CBS News, Channel 3000
Wisconsin Contractor Accused of Repeatedly Scamming Customers Out on $10K Bail
2022
State Bar of Wisconsin Annual Real Estate Update 2022
CLE Presentation: Liability for Undisclosed Defects in Residential Real Estate Sales
2021
Wisconsin Public Radio, Larry Meiller Show
Evaluating Your Choices in a Hot House Market
2021
Wisconsin Public Radio, Larry Meiller Show
The Legal Side of Housing Sales. Rebroadcast.
2021
NBC Evening News Channel 15
Buyers Beware: Many Realty Experts Advise Against Waiving Home Inspections
2020
Wisconsin Public Radio, Larry Meiller Show
The Legal Side of Housing Sales.
2019
Great Lakes Credit and Collection Association Annual Conference
Attorney Panel
2018
Wisconsin Public Radio, Larry Meiller Show
Bankruptcy 101
2018
State Bar of Wisconsin
CLE Presentation: Do’s and Don’ts of Residential Real Estate Litigation
2018
Great Lakes Credit and Collection Association Annual Conference
Attorney Panel
2017
2017
Great Lakes Credit and Collection Association Annual Conference
Attorney Panel
2015
Wisconsin Bankers Association Compliance Seminar
Changes to Federal Regulations Governing Flood Insurance
2015
Lifequest Hot Topics in EMS Annual Conference
New Interpretations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act
2014
Wisconsin Collectors Association Fall Conference
State Legislative Update.
2014
Wisconsin Banking Law Update
Wisconsin Consumer Act Update
2014
Wisconsin Banking Law Update
Latest Developments under RESPA and TILA
2014
State Bar of Wisconsin
CLE Presentation: Collection Letters: What You Need To Know
2014
Lifequest Hot Topics in EMS Annual Conference
Collection of Unpaid EMS Invoices
2013
Wisconsin Collectors Association Fall Conference
Coexistence of the FDCPA and the Bankruptcy Code.
2013
Wisconsin Banking Law Update
Wisconsin Banking Law Update
2012
Wisconsin Banking Law Update
Impact of the New Qualified Mortgage Rules on Wisconsin Community Banks
2012
Wisconsin Banking Law Update
The Wisconsin Consumer Act: Developments and Trends.
2012
Wisconsin Banking Law Update
Wisconsin Foreclosures, Workouts and Replevins
2008
Huntington National Bank
Civil Procedure from Pre-Suit to Post-Judgment
2003
National Business Institute
Emerging Issues in Wisconsin Indoor Air Quality and Toxic Mold Litigation
2002
Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce Winter Safety/Health Showcase
Are You Insured for a Mold Claim?
Publications
2025
State Bar of Wisconsin Solo/Small Firm & General Practice Blog
What Home Inspectors Aren't Legally Responsible for May Surprise You
2024
State Bar of Wisconsin Solo/Small Firm & General Practice Blog
Remedies for Home Improvement Contract Disputes
2023
State Bar of Wisconsin
Protecting Yourself from Fraud During Home Renovations
2023
Stark Collection Agency Newsletter
A Lot Has Changed Over 75 Years: A Retrospective on Debt Collection
2022
State Bar of Wisconsin
Navigating Legal Debt Collection in Wisconsin
2022
State Bar of Wisconsin
Selling or Buying a Home? Be Sure Your Legal Bases are Covered
2022
Stark Collection Agency Newsletter
New Federal Regulations Yielding Mixed Returns for Debt Collection Industry
2021
2021
Stark Collection Agency Newsletter
Creditor Responsibilities under Regulation F
2021
Stark Collection Agency Newsletter
The Debt Collector’s New Decision: Whether to Adopt the Model Initial Validation Notice of Regulation F
2021
Stark Collection Agency Newsletter
Account Date Accuracy is Critical for FCRA Compliance
2021
Stark Collection Agency Newsletter
The Importance of Accurate Data for FCRA Compliance
2021
Stark Collection Agency Newsletter
Technical Violations of the FDCPA: Is the Seventh Circuit Tired of Them?
2020
Landlord Legal Update
CDC Issues Far-Reaching Temporary Eviction Moratorium
2020
Landlord Legal Alert
Executive Order on Evictions has Limited Immediate Effect
2020
Landlord Legal Alert
End of the Federal Eviction Moratorium
2020
2019
Real Estate Legal Update
Looking to Buy or Sell a Home in Wisconsin?
2016
Wisconsin Lawyer
Up, Up and Away: Rising Legal Regulation of Drone Operation
2015
Real Estate Legal Update
You May Be Surprised What Your Home Inspector Does Not Have to Tell You
2015
Banking Legal Update
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act: Not Just for Telemarketers Anymore
2014
Banking Legal Update
Mortgage Satisfaction Act Imposes New Regulations and Penalty Provisions
2014
Banking Legal Alert
Lenders Beware: A Change in the Law of Receiver Liens
2014
2013
Banking Legal Update
Coming Soon from a Lender Near You: The Qualified Mortgage
2013
Banking Legal Alert
CFPB Further Modifies Rules Governing Qualified Mortgages for Small Creditors
2012
2011
Wisconsin Civil Trial Journal
Affirmative Defenses in the Wake of Twombly and Iqbal.
2010
Corporate Counsel Magazine
The Forfeiture of Shares in Cooperative Housing Units.
2008
Wisconsin Lawyer
The Learned Intermediary Doctrine
2005
Wisconsin Lawyer
The Sophisticated User Doctrine Arrives.
2002
Wisconsin Lawyer
Mold in Wisconsin Schools
2002
Wisconsin Lawyer
Out of the Dark: The Emergence of Toxic Mold Litigation
1998
Wisconsin International Law Journal
Russia's Federal Law on Advertising: Permanent Solution or Provisional Stopgap?
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers