Brian P. Cawley, Insurance Attorney in Madison, Wisconsin
Over 6 years of legal practice
Madison, WI
Practicing insurance in Madison since 2020.
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- Years practicing
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Brian P. Cawley is an attorney based in Madison, WISCONSIN. The practice focuses on Insurance. Brian has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Burns Bair.
- Based in
- Madison, WISCONSIN
- Experience
- over 6 years
- Known for
- Insurance
- Handles Insurance matters from Madison, WISCONSIN.
- Over 6 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026).
About Brian P. Cawley: Brian P. Cawley is an attorney based in Madison, WISCONSIN. The practice focuses on Insurance. Brian has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Burns Bair.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Brian takes on
Brian concentrates on insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance cases in Madison, Wisconsin
Brian takes insurance matters in Madison, Wisconsin. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Brian P. Cawley — insurance lawyer in Madison
Brian P. Cawley is an attorney based in Madison, WISCONSIN. The practice focuses on Insurance. Brian has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Burns Bair.
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.
Brian's approach to insurance cases
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…
Clients Brian works with
Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance matters in Madison and the surrounding Wisconsin area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Wisconsin–Madison
J.D. · 2020
Indiana University Bloomington
B.S.
Jurisdictions
Brian's state bar admissions
Illinois, Illinois S
ACTIVE
New York, New York S
ACTIVE
Wisconsin, State Bar
2020 · ACTIVE
Brian studied at J.D. in University of Wisconsin–Madison and B.S. in Indiana University Bloomington.
Law school and academic background
Brian completed J.D. in University of Wisconsin–Madison and B.S. in Indiana University Bloomington. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brian runs in Wisconsin is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Brian has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
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
Legal awards and honors
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).
Locations
Brian P. Cawley's office in Madison
Brian's primary office is at 10 E. Doty Street, Suite 600, Madison, Wisconsin, 53703. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Brian P. Cawley — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Brian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Madison, Wisconsin
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Brian
Brian discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Brian P. Cawley
How much does it cost to hire Brian for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brian offer a free consultation?
Brian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Brian's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Wisconsin typically take?
Simple insurance matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brian take my case if I'm outside Madison?
Brian is licensed in Wisconsin. Matters governed by Wisconsin law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Brian will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Brian?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Brian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brian accepting new insurance clients right now?
Brian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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