Brian Joseph Clausen

Brian Joseph Clausen

4.5
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 27 years

Family Lawyer at Apple Valley, MN
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation

14985 Glazier Avenue, Suite 525, Apple Valley, MN

About Brian

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 27 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1998

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Dougherty, Molenda, Solfest Hills & Bauer P.A.

14985 Glazier Avenue, Suite 525, Apple Valley, MN, 55124

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Brian Joseph Clausen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

Posted by Harmony | February 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Classy, Compassionate and Assertive

Dealing with separation and facing a painful divorce, I could not have asked for a better ally than Brian Clausen. Coming highly recommended by a trusted friend, he exceeded any expectations with his professional counsel and compassionate advocacy throughout my ordeal. It's not easy trusting a nea...r-stranger at an emotionally overwhelming time in your life. But Brian offered a steady presence throughout my divorce, balancing compassion with candid guidance when I had tunnel vision. He tactfully held ground on my behalf in tense meetings and mediations without losing sight of big-picture goals. Brian and his team run an impressively organized operation that exudes professionalism in every detail. Above all, I felt heard, reassured, and empowered thanks to his strategies and accessibility day-to-day. He was my hero and worth every penny.

Posted by anonymous | April 5, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Direct and compassionate attorney

I started working with Brian about two years ago to assist with some developing parenting issues. He was extremely knowledgeable, but what really set him apart was his honesty, compassion and ability to provide viable options. He walked me through the situation step by step and with his guidance, I w...as able to settle the parenting issues out of court. The updated document in place now has set the stage for the future and guided my situation to a good place. My improved co-parenting relationship is all due to Brian’s guidance and support. Thank you Brian.

Posted by Glenn | March 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional, courteous, and effective

I hired Brian Clausen and his team to be my attorney for my divorce. Through out the process Brian and his team were professional, courteous, effective and thorough. He and his team worked hard to have the most prepared case for the mediation. They used effective precedent cases to establish a ver...y strong position for me. Throughout the entire process they kept me informed and moving forward. The final outcome was very agreeable to me and lifted a great deal of stress from my shoulders. I highly recommend Brian and his team.

Posted by Anna | March 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I wouldn't go with anyone else.

Before my divorce, I never had a need for a lawyer before. But I knew I needed help and Brian's name came up during a Google search. From our first conversation to the last one, Brian treated me with respect. He cared about my situation and he was knowledgable about law and all of the things I had ze...ro bandwidth for at the time. I worked with Brian during the worst time of my life and I SO appreciated having someone who wasn't emotionally involved in the case like I was, but who cared about getting me out of my situation with what I was entitled to. Divorce is hard work. It's emotionally exhausting and draining and expensive. You have to show up and be present, provide the numbers, and care about getting information to your lawyer in a timely fashion and read through every document and be your own advocate. This is a team effort, but you don't have to be the one navigating the law. Brian is extremely knowledgable, professional and thorough. When you walk into the mediation room or court room and you won't be embarrassed that he's your lawyer.

Posted by Jim | March 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

what to do?

Christmas is supposed to be a time of happiness and joy. Years ago, I was sitting at the computer when my now ex wife approached me stating. "we need to talk, I don't know where our relationship is going and I no longer feel comfortable continuing". This was the Love of my life, I was shocked.. After... months of attempting to fix what could not be fixed, enough was enough I had to find an attorney to protect myself. I had no clue what to do or what to expect. after multiple consultations with other attorney's I was driving home and saw Mr. Clausen's office. I walked in and, within an hour walked out having hired an attorney from Mr. Clausen's firm. I was relieved.... Then it happened.... we were (if memory serves) less than 24 hours from the first court appearance when I received notice that my attorney was no longer with the firm. I was given two options. go elsewhere or have Mr. Clausen (Brian) step in for the attorney. what choice did I have???? I was shocked. However, Brian proved he was completely prepared for the case, had caught up with it entirely and after a short meeting with him prior to the hearing. I felt comfortable. Brian read my personality correctly. (I'm a laid back relaxed man) and gave me direction and support that matched my personality. if I sent in documents that I felt were items he should be made aware of he would look them over and state clearly "nice" or "don't worry about that". In the end I received exactly what Brian and I had calculated for support. And, I believe it is thanks to the attorney's handling the issues that my ex and I now, years later can be in the same room together and not feel uncomfortable.

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Brian Joseph Clausen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Farhan Hassan

Family lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have known Mr. Clausen since 2000 in a professional capacity. He is an extremely diligent, hardworking and ethical attorney. I have also observed his interaction with clients and the primary aspect that stands out about Mr. Clausen's representation is that he not only acts as an extension of his clients, he also proactively advises them when necessary to take a different approach. I have personally observed Mr. Clausen dealing with clients, opposing attorneys and Judges and recommend him highly."

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Saarah Berenjian

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Farhan Hassan

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2023

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers Magazine

2022

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers Magazine

2021

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers Magazine

2020

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers Magazine

2019

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Clients' Choice - Family, Avvo

2010

2010 Firm of the Year, Tubman

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Attorney, Dougherty, Molenda, Solfest, Hills & Bauer, P.A.

2004 - 2023

Owner, Clausen & Hassan, LLC

2002 - 2004

Associate/Partner, Carlson & Soldo, PLLP

2000 - 2002

Associate, Lubov & Associates, LLC

1998 - 2000

Associate, Westrick & McDowall-Nix, PLLP

Associations

2013 - Present

Hennepin County Volunteer Mediation Program

Volunteer Mediator

2011 - Present

Ramsey County Vounteer Mediation Program

Volunteer Mediator

1999 - Present

United States District Court for District of MN

Licensed

1999 - Present

Tubman/Chrysalis

Volunteer Attorney

Ramsey County Bar Association

Member

Association of Family and Conciliation Courts

Member

Ramsey County FENE Provider Panel

FENE Evaluator

2012 - 2016

Hamline University

Paralegal Advisory Board

2000 - 2013

Resource Center for Fathers and Families

Volunteer Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

Bowman v. Wieczorek (Unpub.), A16-0458 (Minn. Ct. App. 2017)

Rasinski v. Schoepke (Unpub.), C4-99-774 (Minn. Ct. App. 2000)

Leroy v. Leroy, 600 N.W.2d 729 (Minn. Ct. App. 1999)

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Education

1998

William Mitchell College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

University of St. Thomas

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2009

Legal Seminar

Divorce Seminar

2009

Continuing Legal Education

Harassment Restraining Orders

N/A

Legal Seminar

Child Custody and Support

N/A

Legal Seminar

Divorce Dollars and Sense

Languages

English

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