Atty. Rita M. Knauss

Atty. Rita M. Knauss

Atty. Rita M.

Madison Madison 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Rita M. Knauss at a glance

Rita M. Knauss is a product liability, civil rights, and insurance attorney based in Madison, Wisconsin. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1996), U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin (1996), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (1996). Educated at University of Wisconsin, Madison (J.D., 1996) and Marquette University (B.A., 1993). Serands clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. Rita M. Knauss is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, product liability, civil rights and 1 other area of law
  • Rita received a B.A. degree from Marquette University in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Rita practices in Madison, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Rita M. Knauss's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rita M. Knauss handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Product Liability

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Civil Rights

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Insurance Law

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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 Rita M. Knauss

Where is Rita M. Knauss's law office located?
Rita M. Knauss's law practice is located in Madison, Wisconsin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rita M. Knauss handle?
Rita M. Knauss focuses on product liability, civil rights, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Rita M. Knauss practiced law?
Rita M. Knauss has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Rita M. Knauss go to law school?
Rita M. Knauss earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Rita M. Knauss for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin, Madison
- 1996
B.A.
Marquette University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1996

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