Susannah Ruth Friedman, Business Attorney in Wayne, Pennsylvania
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Insurance
Assistant General Counsel
Wayne, PA
Practicing business in Wayne since 1991.
- 35+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Susannah Ruth Friedman is an assistant general counsel based in Wayne, PA. The practice focuses on Business and Insurance. Susannah has over 35 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Wayne, PA
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- Business · Insurance
- Handles Business and Insurance matters from Wayne, PA.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Susannah Ruth Friedman: Susannah Ruth Friedman is an assistant general counsel based in Wayne, PA. The practice focuses on Business and Insurance. Susannah has over 35 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Susannah takes on
Susannah concentrates on business and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susannah handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Wayne, Pennsylvania
Susannah takes business matters in Wayne, 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 Susannah agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Wayne, Pennsylvania
Susannah takes insurance matters in Wayne, 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 Susannah agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Susannah Ruth Friedman — business lawyer in Wayne
Susannah Ruth Friedman is an assistant general counsel based in Wayne, PA. The practice focuses on Business and Insurance. Susannah has over 35 years of legal experience.
Susannah Ruth Friedman is a lawyer practicing insurance law, general corporate. Susannah received a B.A. degree from Haverford College in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years. Susannah practices in Wayne, PA.
How Susannah handles business matters
Susannah Ruth Friedman is a lawyer practicing insurance law, general corporate. Susannah received a B.A. degree from Haverford College in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years. Susannah practices in Wayne, PA.
Who Susannah represents
Susannah reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and insurance matters in Wayne and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Harvard University
J.D. · 1991
Haverford College
B.A. · 1987
Jurisdictions
Susannah's state bar admissions
New Jersey
1991 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1991 · ACTIVE
Susannah studied at J.D. in Harvard University and B.A. in Haverford College.
Law school and academic background
Susannah completed J.D. in Harvard University and B.A. in Haverford College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susannah runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Susannah Ruth Friedman's office in Wayne
Susannah's primary office is at 550 E Swedesford Rd Ste 350, Wayne, PA, 19087-1607. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Susannah Ruth Friedman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Susannah usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Susannah charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Susannah'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; Susannah will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Wayne, 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 Susannah
Susannah 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. Susannah confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Susannah'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 Susannah Ruth Friedman
How much does it cost to hire Susannah for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Susannah walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Susannah offer a free consultation?
Susannah charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Susannah's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Susannah'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. Susannah gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Susannah take my case if I'm outside Wayne?
Susannah 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 — Susannah 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 Susannah?
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. Susannah will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Susannah accepting new business clients right now?
Susannah'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 Wayne, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania
Susannah 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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