Susan DiGirolamo, ADR Attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Divorce, and General
Pittsburgh, PA
Practicing adr in Pittsburgh since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Susan DiGirolamo is an attorney based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on ADR, Divorce, and General. Susan has over 39 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- ADR · Divorce · General
- Handles ADR, Divorce, and General matters from Pittsburgh, PA.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Susan DiGirolamo: Susan DiGirolamo is an attorney based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on ADR, Divorce, and General. Susan has over 39 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Susan DiGirolamo
Susan concentrates on adr, divorce, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Susan takes adr matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Susan agrees to represent you.
Divorce cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Susan takes divorce matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Susan agrees to represent you.
General cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Susan takes general matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Susan agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Susan DiGirolamo — Over 39 years of Pennsylvania adr experience
Susan DiGirolamo is an attorney based in Pittsburgh, PA. The practice focuses on ADR, Divorce, and General. Susan has over 39 years of legal experience.
Susan DiGirolamo is a lawyer practicing divorce, premarital agreements, mediation. Susan has been licensed for 39 years. Susan practices in Pittsburgh, PA.
How Susan handles adr matters
Susan DiGirolamo is a lawyer practicing divorce, premarital agreements, mediation. Susan has been licensed for 39 years. Susan practices in Pittsburgh, PA.
The kind of cases Susan takes
Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, divorce, and general matters in Pittsburgh and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Susan DiGirolamo's legal education and bar admissions
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
JD · 1984
Jurisdictions
Susan's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania
1987 · ACTIVE
Susan studied at JD in University of Pittsburgh School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Susan completed JD in University of Pittsburgh School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Susan DiGirolamo's office in Pittsburgh
Susan's primary office is at 1386 Old Freeport Road, Ste 3B, Pittsburgh, PA, 15238-3115. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Susan DiGirolamo
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How to hire Susan DiGirolamo — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Susan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Susan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Susan'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; Susan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Susan
Susan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Susan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Susan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Susan DiGirolamo
How much does it cost to hire Susan for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Susan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Susan offer a free consultation?
Susan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Susan's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Susan's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple adr 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. Susan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Susan take my case if I'm outside Pittsburgh?
Susan is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Susan 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 Susan?
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. Susan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Susan accepting new adr clients right now?
Susan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania
Susan handles adr matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.
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