Paul Arthur Onsager, Business Attorney in Madison, Wisconsin
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Estate Planning, and Real Estate
Madison, WI
Practicing business in Madison since 1996.
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Paul Arthur Onsager is an attorney based in Madison, WI. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Real Estate. Paul has over 30 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Madison, WI
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- Business · Estate Planning · Real Estate
- Handles Business, Estate Planning, and Real Estate matters from Madison, WI.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Paul Arthur Onsager: Paul Arthur Onsager is an attorney based in Madison, WI. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Real Estate. Paul has over 30 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Paul takes on
Paul concentrates on business, estate planning, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Paul handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Estate Planning
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Real Estate
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Business cases in Madison, Wisconsin
Paul takes business 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 Paul agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Madison, Wisconsin
Paul takes estate planning 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 Paul agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Madison, Wisconsin
Paul takes real estate 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 Paul agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Paul Arthur Onsager — business lawyer in Madison
Paul Arthur Onsager is an attorney based in Madison, WI. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Real Estate. Paul has over 30 years of legal experience.
Atty. Paul Arthur Onsager is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate, small business corporations. Paul received a degree from University of Minnesota Law School in 1995, and has been licensed for 30 years. Paul practices in Madison, WI.
Working with Paul on a business matter
Atty. Paul Arthur Onsager is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate, small business corporations. Paul received a degree from University of Minnesota Law School in 1995, and has been licensed for 30 years. Paul practices in Madison, WI.
Clients Paul works with
Paul reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, estate planning, and real estate matters in Madison and the surrounding Wisconsin area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Minnesota Law School Class of 1995
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Jurisdictions
Paul's state bar admissions
Wisconsin
1996 · ACTIVE
Paul studied at — in University of Minnesota Law School Class of 1995.
Law school and academic background
Paul completed — in University of Minnesota Law School Class of 1995. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Paul runs in Wisconsin is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Paul Arthur Onsager's office in Madison
Paul's primary office is at 6218 Camino Way, Madison, WI, 53719-4855. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Paul Arthur Onsager — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Paul usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Paul charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Paul'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; Paul will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Madison, Wisconsin
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Paul
Paul discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Paul confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Paul's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Paul Arthur Onsager
How much does it cost to hire Paul for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Paul walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Paul offer a free consultation?
Paul charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Paul's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Paul's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Wisconsin typically take?
Simple business 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. Paul gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Paul take my case if I'm outside Madison?
Paul 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 — Paul 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 Paul?
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. Paul will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Paul accepting new business clients right now?
Paul'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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