Susan Meyer, General Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on General and IP
CounselatNixon Peabody LLP
Chicago, IL
Practicing general in Chicago since 1994.
- 32+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Susan Meyer is a counsel based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on General and IP. Susan has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 32 years
- Known for
- General · IP
- Handles General and IP matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Susan Meyer: Susan Meyer is a counsel based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on General and IP. Susan has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Susan Meyer
Susan concentrates on general and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in Chicago, Illinois
Susan takes general matters in Chicago, Illinois. 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.
IP cases in Chicago, Illinois
Susan takes ip matters in Chicago, Illinois. 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 Meyer — Over 32 years of Illinois general experience
Susan Meyer is a counsel based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on General and IP. Susan has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP.
Susan Meyer is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, franchise and distribution. Susan received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1986, and has been licensed for 32 years. Susan practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Chicago, IL.
Working with Susan on a general matter
Susan Meyer is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, franchise and distribution. Susan received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1986, and has been licensed for 32 years. Susan practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Chicago, IL.
Who Susan represents
Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and ip matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Susan Meyer's legal education and bar admissions
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
J.D. · 1994
State University of New York at Stony Brook
B.A. · 1986
Jurisdictions
Susan's state bar admissions
Florida U.S. Distric
1995 · ACTIVE
Illinois
1994 · ACTIVE
Susan studied at J.D. in Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology and B.A. in State University of New York at Stony Brook.
Law school and academic background
Susan completed J.D. in Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology and B.A. in State University of New York at Stony Brook. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Susan Meyer's office in Chicago
Susan's primary office is at 70 West Madison St., Ste. 3500, Chicago, IL, 60602. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Susan Meyer
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Susan Meyer — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general 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 general attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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 general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Susan Meyer
How much does it cost to hire Susan for a general 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 general attorneys offer free consults — check Susan's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple general 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 Chicago?
Susan is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois 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 general 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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