Bob Kasieta

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Bob Kasieta

also known as Robert J. Kasieta

5.0
15 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 42 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Madison, WI
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Commercial, Discrimination ... +3 more

559 D'onofrio Dr, Suite 222, Madison, WI

About Bob

Biography

Formerly, an insurance defense lawyer. For the last 27 years, winning cases for injured people.

I represented insurance companies. I know how they work and how to get justice in insurance claims.

Select a lawyer who has tried more than 100 cases to verdict, endorsed by other lawyers and clients.

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Constitutional rights are precious. We protect them.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 44%

For the last 26 years I have represented injured parties, insurance companies, and corporations in all aspects of personal injury law, including auto accidents, products liability, subrogation, bad faith growing out of these, etc.

43 years | 700 cases

44%
Commercial Real Estate 19%

I have represented parties in commercial litigation, including disputes over contracts, breach of fiduciary duty claims, and a wide variety of other corporate matters that result in civil claims.

43 years | 50 cases

19%
Discrimination 14%

I have represented employers, insurers, and individuals in gender, race, age, and disability discrimination claims

43 years | 200 cases

14%
Civil Rights 9%

I have represented governmental agencies, insurers, and individuals whose constitutional rights were violated by the government.

43 years | 200 cases

9%
Litigation 9%

This area of general litigation involves many different kinds of cases, including farming losses, livestock deaths, miscellaneous civil disputes, expert testimony, and other areas that require a civil trial attorney.

43 years | 50 cases

9%
Sex Crime 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 550-550 per hour

Contingency

25%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 42 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1983

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Kasieta Legal Group, LLC

559 D'onofrio Dr, Suite 222, Madison, WI, 53719-4983

kasieta.com/

Bob Kasieta's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 15, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Excellent Consultation & Attorney

We recently spoke with Bob to get his opinion on a gender/maternity discrimination case regarding my employer. Bob explained the entire process of filing a claim with such clarity and he was very helpful and professional in helping to lay out the pros and cons of continuing a case against the employe...r. He is salt of the earth, which made it easy to speak with him about a very complex legal situation. I would recommend Bob to others in need legal assistance.

Posted by anonymous | January 3, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Excellent Consultation

I recently reached out to Bob to get his perspective on an age discrimination case that I brought against my former employer. I had an important decision to make with regard to accepting a settlement offer, or continue litigation in the hope of securing a larger settlement. We spent over 45 minutes d...iscussing the specifics of the case and he was very gracious and professional in helping to lay out the pros and cons of continuing litigation. I found his insight and ability to share his opinions to be outstanding. He was very down to earth, which made it easy to converse with him about a very complex legal situation. I would not hesitate to recommend him to others in need legal assistance.

Posted by Debbie | April 29, 2016 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Personal Injury

I contacted Attorney Robert Kasieta by email. He called me right away and spoke to me in detail about my case for 45 minutes and this was a free consultation. He is very professional and extremely knowledgeable. He told me at this point I didn't need to spend money on hiring him, that this was som...ething I could do on my own and it wouldn't cost me anything. He explained in detail the legalities of the case and how to pursue/handle it. He also said if I needed him, he would definitely help me with it but didn't want to take my money needlessly. I found him to be very honest and personable. If I ever need an attorney, he would be the one I would definitely hire. I highly recommend Attorney Robert Kasieta.

Posted by anonymous | October 18, 2010

Outstanding Trial Lawyer

Attorney Kasita provided outstanding legal counsel to my Bank in a highly complex CPA malpractice case which resulted in settlements for the aggregate amount of $4.4 million. He is a rare blend of integrity, tenacity, and creative/strategic thinking who is able to quickly analyze complex legal issue...s and strongly connect with a jury. Accordingly, I can attest to Attorney Kasieta's abilities and highly recommend him as an excellent trial lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | December 16, 2008

Bravo

It is very difficult to get up the nerve to see an attorney about any issue of discrimination. Age. Gender. Race. Any of the 'isms'. You're already in a situation where you are being told 'you' are the problem. The last thing you need at this point is to walk into a law office and have one more ...person give you the fifth degree. You need someone who is willing to hear the long version before he whittles the issues down to what's legally relevant. Because he understands you are a person, not a 'case'. This is what I received from Bob Kasieta. I recommend him to everyone (many) who comes to me. I tell them he understands that you pay for legal advice, but are not required to take it. He sorts out the issues, spells out the law (always current), informs you of your options, and respects your intelligence. (You have to like a man who keeps a book of lawyer jokes on the coffee table in his lobby. He can do this because he knows none of them apply to him.)

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Bob Kasieta's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brent Eisberner

Unknown lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Kasieta is a mentor for numerous local attorneys. I highly recommend him and his firm. He is always prepared for court and is a great advocate for his client."

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Patrick O'Neill

Unknown lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Relles

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bob Kasieta is one of the most highly-regarded attorneys in the Madison area. Bob is known as a tough litigator who is always ready and willing to go to court. As a result, opposing parties recognize that they should settle with Bob rather than risk going to court against him. In addition to excellent client relations, Bob is always on the cutting end of technology. He is honest, intelligent, experienced, and he is always well-prepared, whether it is for a client meeting, a mediation, or a trial. Bob is so highly regarded that other attorneys often hire Bob to serve as an expert witness in their cases, when an attorney expert is necessary. I am pleased to give Bob Kasieta my unqualified endorsement."

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Alexander Lewein

Unknown lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bob is a very skilled litigator with many years of experience trying cases. He is great about sharing his knowledge with young attorneys and law students and is very generous with his time."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Michael Erhard

Litigation lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Bob is a formidable and highly successful trial attorney because he is bright, hard-working and compassionate. I would not hesitate to refer clients to him."

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John Horn

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I am pleased to recommend Bob to anyone considering his services. In the past, we've worked together on common litigation matters. I saw his unsurpassed level of expertise and client care, first-hand. Now, I refer all of my injured clients to Bob's firm."

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Chad Kemp

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Hahn

Litigation lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bob is an excellent attorney and litigator, an honest individual, and well-known throughout Wisconsin. His reputation is well-earned. I would have no qualms about referring a client to him, and have done so in matters involving wrongful termination and various other employment law and discrimination cases."

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Timothy Edwards

General practice lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bob is an excellent lawyer with strong instincts and an excellent reputation for honesty and hard work. He has won many challenging jury trials in state and federal court, and to make things even better, he is truly a nice man. I strongly reccomend Bob."

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Eric Haag

Litigation lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bob is an excellent advocate for his clients and a skilled litigator who is well respected by other good lawyers."

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Paul Kinne

Civil rights lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bob Kasieta is one of the smartest and hardest working lawyers I know. I strongly endorse him."

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Matthew Vignali

Litigation lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Bob on a number of complex litigation matters. He has all of the qualities you would want in a trial lawyer. He's thorough and hardworking, a great strategist with a great legal mind and top notch with regard to pretrial discovery, motions and in the courtroom. He also conducts himself in a most professional and ethical manner. I highly recommend him to anyone considering him as counsel in any litigation related matter."

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Thomas Loucks

Litigation lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Robert is very practical in his approach and has an exceptional grasp of legal issues. He is a very good trial attorney."

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Marc McCrory

Litigation lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have sent clients to Bob with great confidence. He makes sure they receive top quality representation. We worked together on a tough case for a woman who was seriously hurt during a workplace assault. We obtained a great outcome."

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Mark Hazelbaker

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bob is the person to whom I refer people who are seeking justice for employment discrimination, personal injuries, and civil rights violations. Bob is a superb litigator and a passionate advocate for people who have been wronged."

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A Porter

Litigation lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Bob Kasieta is an experienced, intelligent, high-quality litigator who really cares about his clients, the law and the legal process. Bob is masterful in a courtroom and is always well-prepared. He gets results. Bob always comports himself in a civil and highly ethical manner. I would unequivocally trust Bob with my most sensitive legal matter."

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David Relles

Personal injury lawyer

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Jason Hahn

Personal injury lawyer

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Bruce Schultz

Commercial real estate lawyer

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Robert Pretto

Personal injury lawyer

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Arthur Kurtz

Insurance lawyer

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Francis Sullivan

Litigation lawyer

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Thomas Loucks

Litigation lawyer

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Thomas Hornig

Advertising lawyer

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Michael Polsky

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Michael Erhard

Litigation lawyer

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James Cole

Mediation lawyer

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Chad Kemp

Estate planning lawyer

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Marna Tess-Mattner

Employment and labor lawyer

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Robert Lauer

Insurance lawyer

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Raymond Pollen

Civil rights lawyer

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Christopher Stombaugh

Litigation lawyer

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John Horn

Trusts lawyer

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Paul Kinne

Employment and labor lawyer

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Marc McCrory

Litigation lawyer

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A Porter

Civil rights lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2013

Top Lawyer, Madison Magazine

2013

Top Attorneys in Wisconsin, Milwaukee Magazine

2012

Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2010

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2009

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyers, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2008

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Best Lawyers in Dane County, Madison Magazine

2007

Wisconsin Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

Best Lawyers in Dane County, Madison Magazine

2002

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2001

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1999

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1998

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1997

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1996

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1995

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

N/A

Certified as a Civil Trial Specialist, National Board of Trial Advocacy

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Adjunct Professor, University of Wisconsin Law School

1997 - Present

Owner, Kasieta Legal Group, LLC

2007 - 2007

Chair, State of Wisconsin Elections Board

2003 - 2004

Member, Dane County Regional Planning Commission

Associations

2008 - Present

Lawyer Ethics Disciplinary Committee

Member

2008 - Present

Wisconsin Law Foundation

Fellow

1997 - Present

American Association for Justice

Sustaining Member

1997 - Present

Wisconsin Association for Justice

Member

1983 - Present

Dane County Bar Association

Member

1983 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Polsky v Virnich & Moores

$6.5 million verdict

American Trust v Bremser Group

Verdict for plaintiff of $3,000,000

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Education

1983

Marquette University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

Northern Michigan University

Bachelors, Summa Cum Laude

Speaking Engagements

2008

Insurance Coverage Litigation

Insurance

2008

Employment Law

Litigating Discrimination Cases

Publications

2008

Wisconsin Association for Justice Direct Examination of Non-Medical Experts

Languages

English

Activity

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