
Susan R. Borg, Workers Comp Attorney in San Mateo, California
Over 41 years of legal practice · 3.6/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Of CounselatDuRard, McKenna & Borg
San Mateo, CA
Practicing workers comp in San Mateo since 1985.
- 41+
- Years practicing
- 3.6 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Susan R. Borg is an of counsel based in San Mateo, CA. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Susan has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DuRard, McKenna & Borg. Rated 3.6 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- San Mateo, CA
- Experience
- over 41 years
- Known for
- Workers Comp
- Handles Workers Comp matters from San Mateo, CA.
- Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Susan R. Borg: Susan R. Borg is an of counsel based in San Mateo, CA. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Susan has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DuRard, McKenna & Borg. Rated 3.6 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Susan's practice areas in San Mateo
Susan concentrates on workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Workers Comp cases in San Mateo, California
Susan takes workers comp matters in San Mateo, California. 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 R. Borg, workers comp attorney serving San Mateo
Susan R. Borg is an of counsel based in San Mateo, CA. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Susan has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DuRard, McKenna & Borg. Rated 3.6 out of 5 from 2 client reviews. Susan works from San Mateo, California and takes on workers comp matters across the region.
Susan R. Borg is a partner with DuRard, McKenna & Borg in San Mateo, California. Ms. Borg joined the firm in 1989 and focuses her practice exclusively on workers' compensation cases. She actively fights for the rights of California and Bay Area working men and women, is a Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law, and has lectured widely on the subject.
Ms. Borg is an active member of the California Applicant Attorneys' Association (CAAA), a statewide association of attorneys representing injured workers. She has served as the past president of CAAA and is a current member of the Board of Governors, the current Chair of the Policy Steering Committee, and founder of the San Francisco chapter.
Susan's approach to workers comp cases
Susan R. Borg is a partner with DuRard, McKenna & Borg in San Mateo, California. Ms. Borg joined the firm in 1989 and focuses her practice exclusively on workers' compensation cases. She actively fights for the rights of California and Bay Area working men and women, is a Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law, and has lectured widely on the subject. Ms. Borg is an active member of the…
Clients Susan works with
Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for workers comp matters in San Mateo and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Susan studied and practices
University of San Francisco
J.D. · 1985
Carnegie Mellon University
B.A. · 1981
Jurisdictions
Susan's state bar admissions
California
1985 · ACTIVE
Susan studied at J.D. in University of San Francisco and B.A. in Carnegie Mellon University.
Law school and academic background
Susan completed J.D. in University of San Francisco and B.A. in Carnegie Mellon University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in California 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
Santa Clara County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Susan R. Borg's office in San Mateo
Susan's primary office is at 155 Bovet Road, Suite 780, San Mateo, CA, 94402. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Susan R. Borg — 3.6/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
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 workers comp attorneys in San Mateo.
3.6
2 client reviews
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How to hire Susan R. Borg — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new workers comp 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 workers comp attorney in San Mateo, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many workers comp 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 workers comp practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every workers comp 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 workers comp practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Susan R. Borg
How much does it cost to hire Susan for a workers comp 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 workers comp attorneys offer free consults — check Susan's current terms during booking.
How long do workers comp cases in California typically take?
Simple workers comp 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 San Mateo?
Susan is licensed in California. Matters governed by California 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 workers comp 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
Workers Comp attorneys serving San Mateo, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Susan handles workers comp matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified workers comp attorneys in that community.
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