For over the last 26 years, I have practiced extensively in all areas of family law including divorce, complex asset and debt division, child custody, parenting time, support, spousal maintenance, and paternity. I am licensed in the State of Minnesota and Federal Court. I believe in thorough preparation for my cases and active involvement with my clients. I am a strong advocate for my client’s position. I am also a member of the Dakota County Bar Associations. I have volunteered with several organizations, including the Tubman/Chrysalis Center and the Ramsey County Volunteer Mediation Program. I have over twenty-four years of litigation and alternative dispute resolution experience. I am also a mediator and Qualified Neutral under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice and am also on the provider list of the Ramsey County Financial Early Neutral Evaluation Panel.
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14985 Glazier Avenue, Suite 525, Apple Valley, MN, 55124
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Posted by Harmony | February 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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...
Posted by anonymous | April 5, 2021 | Hired 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...
Posted by Glenn | March 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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...
Posted by Anna | March 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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...
Posted by Jim | March 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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...
"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."
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
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
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
2013 - Present
Hennepin County Volunteer Mediation ProgramVolunteer Mediator
2011 - Present
Ramsey County Vounteer Mediation ProgramVolunteer Mediator
1999 - Present
United States District Court for District of MNLicensed
1999 - Present
Tubman/ChrysalisVolunteer Attorney
Member
Member
FENE Evaluator
2012 - 2016
Hamline UniversityParalegal Advisory Board
2000 - 2013
Resource Center for Fathers and FamiliesVolunteer Attorney
1998
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2009
Divorce Seminar
2009
Harassment Restraining Orders
N/A
Child Custody and Support
N/A
Divorce Dollars and Sense
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