Mark A. Clausen

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Mark A. Clausen

4.4
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 39 years

Construction and development Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Construction & Development, Real Estate, Contracts & Agreements, Business

701 Fifth Avenue Suite 4400, Seattle, WA

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About Mark

Biography

Strategic And Forceful Representation For over 30 Years. Call Now For a Free Consultation!

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Construction and Development 40%

40 years

40%
Real Estate 30%

40 years

30%
Contracts and Agreements 20%

40 years

20%
Business 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 39 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1986

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Clausen Law Firm, PLLC

701 Fifth Avenue Suite 4400, Seattle, WA, 98104-7042

www.clausenlawfirm.com

Mark A. Clausen's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Michael | February 8, 2020 | Hired Attorney

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Hiring Mark and his firm is a good investment!

Some people say that hiring an attorney is not good investment, this is not the case when you hire Clausen law Firm PPLC. I hired Mark to help with a property damage and defective construction case. Mark and Tyler's expertise and professionalism guide me through this stressful process and put this di...spute to bed!

Posted by William | January 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney

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Association President

Clausen Law Firm helped our Association through a very contentious lawsuit that involved a single plaintiff and multiple defendants. The need to build consensus among multiple defendants was conducted competently and professionally by Clausen. Despite the odds, we were able to prevail, thanks to the ... experience and direction provided by the Clausen Law. We would recommend them to anyone in need of their expertise.

Posted by GREG | November 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney

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Mark A Clausen

My name is Greg and I am a physician for 32 years and rely upon very well respected and efficient legal help when a situation requires legal intervention. I have used Mark Clausen in the past years with EXCELLENT results. I have just turned to him again in 2019 to help me with a very difficult profes...sional contract, and he resolved the matter in a VERY TIMELY, EFFICIENT, AGGRESSIVE AND PROFESSIONAL MANNER. HE SAVED ME THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS IN WHAT WOULD HAVE BEEN A VERY UGLY CASE HAD I NOT INVOKED HIS SERVICES. I WOULD NOT USE ANYONE ELSE BUT MARK CLAUSEN FOR CONTRACTUAL MATTERS IN THE FUTURE. IGNORE WHAT ANY OTHER REVIEWS ABOUT HIM HAVE BEEN POSTED. I AM BLESSED TO HAVE HIM ON MY SIDE, REPRESENTING ME. ANYONE USING HIS SERVICES WILL BE BLESSED AS WELL. HE IS SIMPLY THE BEST AT WHAT HE DOES. PERIOD.

Posted by Mike H. | October 18, 2012

Diligent, hardworking advocate during complex business sale

Mark worked extremely hard to secure the best possible terms during a recent business sale which involved a complex asset purchase agreement. He is a very committed and ethical individual with an exceptional work ethic. He worked late into the evenings and communicated whenever necessary, including... weekends, to make sure I was fully protected and that the deal progressed in a favorable, controlled, and strategic manner. I have referred business associates to him with extreme confidence.

Posted by Steve | October 17, 2012

Construction Manager

We have used Mark's firm, specifically Mark on construct contract review and negotiation and are very satisfied with the high level of service, technical expertise and responsiveness. Mark is a very good communicator and doesn't use legal jargon to talk around issues. I would recommend Mark to a pers...pective client.

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Christopher Soelling

Construction and development lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have mediated matters where Mark has acted as an advocate. He is an excellent advocate for his clients and consistently approached the mediation process with an eye toward resolution on terms that made sense. He is prepared and knowledgeable in both the mediation process and the underlying substantive area. Generally I have worked on construction matters with Mark and others in his firm."

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J Frederickson

Litigation lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I had the pleasure of working with Mark Clausen as my first job out of law school. He is an excellent attorney. He undoubtedly works for the best interest of his client. He is personable, easy to contact and a vigorous litigator. Refer your clients, friends and family to Mark Clausen with confidence."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2025

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who In American Law

2015

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Honored, Marquis Who's Who in America

2002

Honored, Strathmore's Who's Who

2002

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2001

Associated Builders and Contractors, Award Of Excellence

2001

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2000

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

1999

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

1980

Indiana Newspapers Best News Story, United Press International

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Principal, Clausen Law Firm, PLLC

2000 - 2011

Instructor, ABC School Of Construction Managment

1997 - 2004

Partner, Linville Clausen & Linton PLLC

1993 - 1997

Owner, Mark A. Clausen, PLLC

1992 - 1993

Of Counsel, Bryan, Schiffrin McMonagle & Twiss

1989 - 1992

Associate, Bryan Schiffrin & McMonagle

1987 - 1989

Associate, Stanislaw, Ashbaugh, Chism, Jacobson & Riper

1985 - 1987

Associate, Oles Morrison Rinker Stanislaw & Ashbaugh

Associations

2010 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

Finance Committee, Associated Builders and Contractors

Member

2006 - Present

Brain Injury Association of Washington

Member

2000 - Present

Associated Builders and Contractors

Member

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2003 - 2005

Washington State Bar Association, Construction Law Section

Executive Committee

2001 - 2002

Washington State Bar Association, Construction Law Section

Chairman

Education

1984

College of William and Mary

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

Oakland University

Bachelor's Degree

Speaking Engagements

2014

Supervisor Workshop Series

Contracts and Construction Documents

2011

ABC School of Construction Management

"Liens & Claims"

2006

Management Education Series

Contract Termination: Why Breaking Up Is Hard to Do

2005

WSBA Construction Law Section Midyear Seminar

Contractor Liability for Subcontractor Workers' Compensation Premiums

2005

Construction Law Section Seminar 2005

Contractor Beware: You Are Your Brother's Keeper

2004

Constructin Law Section Seminar

Insurance Issues in Defending the Construction Defect Claim

2003

Washington State Bar Association, Construction Law Section Midyear

Attorney Conflicts of Interest in a Multi-Party Construction Dispute

2003

Construction Law Section Seminar

Changes in Constructin Defect Notice Isssues

2002

Whatcom County BIA

Rising from the Rubble: Constructing New Contract Provisions After the Legal Bombs Have Dropped

1998

Associated General Contractors

Construction Law

Publications

2004

Washington State Bar Association Construction Law Section Insurance Coverage Issues for the Attorney in Construction Defect Claims

Languages

English

Activity

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