
Susan Verbonitz, Business Attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratWeir LLP
Philadelphia, PA
Practicing business in Philadelphia since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Susan Verbonitz is a partner based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Susan has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Weir LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Philadelphia, PA
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- Business · General · Litigation
- Handles Business, General, and Litigation matters from Philadelphia, PA.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Susan Verbonitz: Susan Verbonitz is a partner based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Susan has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Weir LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Susan Verbonitz
Susan concentrates on business, general, litigation, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Business cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Susan takes business matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Susan takes general matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Susan takes litigation matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Susan takes real estate matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 Verbonitz — Over 40 years of Pennsylvania business experience
Susan Verbonitz is a partner based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Susan has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Weir LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Susan Verbonitz is a business lawyer with over 30 years of experience of solving complex commercial and contract disputes, business torts and real estate matters. Susan is recognized by her peers for excellence in the law of check fraud and negotiable instruments and commercial transactions.
Susan represents and counsels lending institutions and private companies of all sizes in a wide variety of commercial litigation and business matters. She has defended and resolved a variety of significant cases and class actions against banks and private finance companies involving claims arising from both commercial transactions and consumer financing. As part of her commercial practice, Susan represents banks, companies and individuals in matters involving the purchase and sale of real property and businesses, on behalf of buyers and sellers.
In addition to litigation in state and federal courts, Susan’s practice areas cover appellate courts, ADR forums and various state and local agencies.
Susan has lectured for the Philadelphia Bar Association on litigation and courtroom practices and serves as a Master in the Temple American Inn of Court and its mentoring program.
Susan's approach to business cases
Susan Verbonitz is a business lawyer with over 30 years of experience of solving complex commercial and contract disputes, business torts and real estate matters. Susan is recognized by her peers for excellence in the law of check fraud and negotiable instruments and commercial transactions. Susan represents and counsels lending institutions and private companies of all sizes in a wide variety of…
The kind of cases Susan takes
Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and litigation matters in Philadelphia and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Susan Verbonitz's legal education and bar admissions
Temple University
J.D. · 1986
King's College
B.A. · 1983
Jurisdictions
Susan's state bar admissions
Indiana United State
2010 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1986 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1986 · ACTIVE
Susan studied at J.D. in Temple University and B.A. in King's College.
Law school and academic background
Susan completed J.D. in Temple University and B.A. in King's College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Susan Verbonitz
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
Pennsylvania Bar Association Philadelphia Bar Association (Corporate, Banking and Business Law Sections) New Jersey Bar Association
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Locations
Susan Verbonitz's office in Philadelphia
Susan's primary office is at 1339 Chestnut Street, Suite 500, Philadelphia, PA, 19107. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Susan Verbonitz — 5.0/5 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 business attorneys in Philadelphia.
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How to hire Susan Verbonitz — 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 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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 Verbonitz
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 Pennsylvania 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 Philadelphia?
Susan is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania 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 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.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania
Susan handles business matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
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