
Susan M Williams, Insurance Attorney in Troy, Michigan
Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Troy, MI
Practicing insurance in Troy since 1985.
- 41+
- Years practicing
- 4.8 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Susan M Williams is an attorney based in Troy, MI. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Susan has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Garan Lucow Miller, P.C.. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Troy, MI
- Experience
- over 41 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Troy, MI.
- Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Susan M Williams: Susan M Williams is an attorney based in Troy, MI. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Susan has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Garan Lucow Miller, P.C.. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Susan's practice areas in Troy
Susan concentrates on insurance, litigation, personal injury, and slip & fall. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
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Personal Injury
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Slip & Fall
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Insurance cases in Troy, Michigan
Susan takes insurance matters in Troy, Michigan. 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.
Litigation cases in Troy, Michigan
Susan takes litigation matters in Troy, Michigan. 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.
Personal Injury cases in Troy, Michigan
Susan takes personal injury matters in Troy, Michigan. 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.
Slip & Fall cases in Troy, Michigan
Susan takes slip & fall matters in Troy, Michigan. 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
Susan M Williams, insurance attorney serving Troy
Susan M Williams is an attorney based in Troy, MI. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Susan has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Garan Lucow Miller, P.C.. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review. Susan works from Troy, Michigan and takes on insurance matters across the region.
Susan M Williams is a lawyer practicing personal injury litigation, first party/no-fault litigation, insurance coverage disputes and 3 other areas of law. Susan received a B.S. degree from University of Michigan in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years. Susan practices at Garan Lucow Miller, P.C. in Troy, MI.
Susan's approach to insurance cases
Susan M Williams is a lawyer practicing personal injury litigation, first party/no-fault litigation, insurance coverage disputes and 3 other areas of law. Susan received a B.S. degree from University of Michigan in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years. Susan practices at Garan Lucow Miller, P.C. in Troy, MI.
The kind of cases Susan takes
Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and personal injury matters in Troy and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Susan studied and practices
Michigan State University College of Law
J.D. · 1987
University of Michigan
B.S. · 1982
Jurisdictions
Susan's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1988 · ACTIVE
Michigan
1987 · ACTIVE
Alaska
1985 · ACTIVE
Susan studied at J.D. in Michigan State University College of Law and B.S. in University of Michigan.
Law school and academic background
Susan completed J.D. in Michigan State University College of Law and B.S. in University of Michigan. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Susan's legal honors and published work
Susan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Susan's professional memberships and bar associations
Oakland County Bar Association State Bar of Michigan
membership
Locations
Susan M Williams's office in Troy
Susan's primary office is at 1111 W. Long Lake Rd., Ste. 300, Troy, MI, 48098. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Susan M Williams — 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Susan. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Troy.
4.8
1 client review
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How to hire Susan M Williams — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance 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 insurance attorney in Troy, Michigan
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 Susan
Susan 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. 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 insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Susan M Williams
How much does it cost to hire Susan for a insurance 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 insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Susan's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Michigan 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. 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 Troy?
Susan is licensed in Michigan. Matters governed by Michigan 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 insurance 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
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