Suzan Kern, Citizenship Attorney in Washington, District of Columbia

Suzan concentrates on citizenship and immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Suzan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Citizenship

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• Immigration

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Suzan's primary office is at 2200 Pennsylvania Ave. N.W., Washington, DC, 20037-1701. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new citizenship attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Suzan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Suzan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in citizenship practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Suzan for a citizenship case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Suzan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Suzan offer a free consultation?

  Suzan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Suzan's office. Some citizenship attorneys offer free consults — check Suzan's current terms during booking.

• How long do citizenship cases in District of Columbia typically take?

  Simple citizenship 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. Suzan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Suzan take my case if I'm outside Washington?

  Suzan is licensed in District of Columbia. Matters governed by District of Columbia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Suzan 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 Suzan?

  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. Suzan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Suzan accepting new citizenship clients right now?

  Suzan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.