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Biography
Mark A Clausen has retired after 38 years of practicing law. Please contact Tyler Thomas at Clausen Law Firm with any questions or representation on any issues or matters
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Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Construction and Development
40%
40 years
Real Estate
30%
40 years
Contracts and Agreements
20%
40 years
Business
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 39 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by Mike H. | October 18, 2012 | Business
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...
Mark A. Clausen's Lawyer Endorsements
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."
"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
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 AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Finance Committee, Associated Builders and ContractorsMember
2006 - Present
Brain Injury Association of WashingtonMember
2000 - Present
Associated Builders and ContractorsMember
Washington State Trial Lawyers Association
Member
Washington State Bar Association
Member
2003 - 2005
Washington State Bar Association, Construction Law SectionExecutive Committee
2001 - 2002
Washington State Bar Association, Construction Law SectionChairman
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
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Platted land legal binding document?
21 Sep 2023
Q&A
Is is a verbal agreement binding in Washington state regarding family member
26 Jul 2017
Q&A
Does every 1099 contractor that we hire to teach fitness classes need a UBI (business license)? We are undergoing an L&I audit.
14 Jun 2017