Atty. Brian P. Cawley

Atty. Brian P. Cawley

Brian P. Cawley is an associate at Burns Bair LLP.

Madison Madison 6 yrs experience 6 year
Call (608) 286-2302 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Brian P. Cawley at a glance

Brian P. Cawley is a insurance attorney based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Burns Bair. They have 6+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2020. Admitted to practice in New York, New York State Bar Association, Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association, and Wisconsin, State Bar of Wisconsin (2020). Educated at University of Wisconsin–Madison (J.D., 2020) and Indiana University Bloomington (B.S.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers Rising Stars, Thomson Reuters, 2025 (2026). Serands clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Brian P. Cawley is an associate at Burns Bair LLP. He works on a wide range of matters against insurance companies
  • Mr. Cawley earned his J.D. from the University of Wisconsin Law School in 2020 with cum laude honors and a concentration in business law
  • He served as a Managing Editor of the Wisconsin Law Review and was involved in the Wisconsin Moot Court Board as a competitor and coach
  • He also won the Burton Award for Distinguished Legal Writing for his journal article, which was published by the Wisconsin Law Review in 2019
  • Mr. Cawley earned his bachelor’s degree in political science from Indiana University-Bloomington in 2015

Practice Areas Explained

Brian P. Cawley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian P. Cawley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Madison are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brian P. Cawley

Where is Brian P. Cawley's law office located?
Brian P. Cawley's law practice is located in Madison, Wisconsin. The firm is Burns Bair. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian P. Cawley handle?
Brian P. Cawley focuses on insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Brian P. Cawley practiced law?
Brian P. Cawley has 6+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2020.
Where did Brian P. Cawley go to law school?
Brian P. Cawley earned their education at (J.D., 2020); (B.S.).
How can I contact Brian P. Cawley for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Brian P. Cawley received?
Brian P. Cawley's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers Rising Stars, Thomson Reuters, 2025; Best Lawyers in America — Burton Award for Distinguished Legal Writing, 2020; Best Lawyers in America — Mathys Memorial Award for Appellate Advocacy, 2019.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin–Madison
- 2020
B.S.
Indiana University Bloomington
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers Rising Stars, Thomson Reuters, 2025
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Burton Award for Distinguished Legal Writing, 2020
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mathys Memorial Award for Appellate Advocacy, 2019
- 2026

Bar Admissions

New York, New York State Bar Association
Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association
Wisconsin, State Bar of Wisconsin
Admitted: 2020

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