Susan Do, Business Attorney in the United States
focused on Business and Real Estate
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Susan Do is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Business and Real Estate.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Business · Real Estate
- Handles Business and Real Estate matters from Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026).
About Susan Do: Susan Do is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Business and Real Estate.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Susan takes on
Susan concentrates on business and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases nationwide
Susan takes business matters nationwide. 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.
Real Estate cases nationwide
Susan takes real estate matters nationwide. 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
Meet Susan Do — business lawyer in the U.S.
Susan Do is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Business and Real Estate.
Susan practices in the area of commercial real estate and banking and finance. She regularly assists and advises clients on legal matters ranging from commercial real estate purchases and sales, non-profit housing, subdivisions, leasing and financial transactions for lenders and borrowers. She has acted for a wide range of clients including individuals, companies, banks, societies and developers.
Susan completed her Bachelor of Arts at Simon Fraser University and her Bachelor of Laws at the University of Alberta. She clerked at the BC Supreme Court prior to her call to the Bar. Prior to joining Boughton Law, Susan practiced for many years at each a leading regional law firm and a national law firm.
Susan's approach to business cases
Susan practices in the area of commercial real estate and banking and finance. She regularly assists and advises clients on legal matters ranging from commercial real estate purchases and sales, non-profit housing, subdivisions, leasing and financial transactions for lenders and borrowers. She has acted for a wide range of clients including individuals, companies, banks, societies and developers.…
The kind of cases Susan takes
Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and real estate matters in the United States.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Susan has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Leasing Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Leasing Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).
Locations
Office locations for Susan Do in the U.S.
Susan's primary office is at Vancouver, British Columbia, 49290. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Susan Do
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How to hire Susan Do — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business 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 business attorney in your state
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 Susan
Susan 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. 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 business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Susan Do
How much does it cost to hire Susan for a business 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 business attorneys offer free consults — check Susan's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in this state 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. 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 the area?
Susan evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Susan's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
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 business clients right now?
Susan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.