Susan Nerney Graham, ADR Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, General, and Insurance
Chicago, IL
Practicing adr in Chicago since 1994.
- 32+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Susan Nerney Graham is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on ADR, General, and Insurance. Susan has over 32 years of legal experience.
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- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 32 years
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- ADR · General · Insurance
- Handles ADR, General, and Insurance matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Susan Nerney Graham: Susan Nerney Graham is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on ADR, General, and Insurance. Susan has over 32 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Susan takes on
Susan concentrates on adr, general, insurance, litigation, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Litigation
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ADR cases in Chicago, Illinois
Susan takes adr 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.
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.
Insurance cases in Chicago, Illinois
Susan takes insurance 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.
Litigation cases in Chicago, Illinois
Susan takes litigation 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.
Securities cases in Chicago, Illinois
Susan takes securities 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
Meet Susan Nerney Graham — adr lawyer in Chicago
Susan Nerney Graham is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on ADR, General, and Insurance. Susan has over 32 years of legal experience.
Susan Nerney Graham is a lawyer practicing litigation, general practice, arbitration and 2 other areas of law. Susan has been licensed for 32 years. Susan practices in Chicago, IL.
Working with Susan on a adr matter
Susan Nerney Graham is a lawyer practicing litigation, general practice, arbitration and 2 other areas of law. Susan has been licensed for 32 years. Susan practices in Chicago, IL.
Clients Susan works with
Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, general, and insurance matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
JD · 1994
Jurisdictions
Susan's state bar admissions
New York
2001 · ACTIVE
Kansas
1995 · ACTIVE
Illinois
1994 · ACTIVE
Susan studied at JD in Loyola University Chicago School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Susan completed JD in Loyola University Chicago School of Law. 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 Nerney Graham's office in Chicago
Susan's primary office is at 77 W Wacker Dr Fl 50, Chicago, IL, 60601-1604. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Susan Nerney Graham — 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 Chicago, Illinois
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 Nerney Graham
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 Illinois 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 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 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 Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
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