Suzanne Ford Lanasa, General Attorney in Metairie, Louisiana
Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on General, Health Care, and Insurance
Metairie, LA
Practicing general in Metairie since 2000.
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Suzanne Ford Lanasa is an attorney based in Metairie, LA. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Insurance. Suzanne has over 26 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Metairie, LA
- Experience
- over 26 years
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- General · Health Care · Insurance
- Handles General, Health Care, and Insurance matters from Metairie, LA.
- Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Suzanne Ford Lanasa: Suzanne Ford Lanasa is an attorney based in Metairie, LA. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Insurance. Suzanne has over 26 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Suzanne Ford Lanasa
Suzanne concentrates on general, health care, insurance, and medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case Suzanne handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Health Care
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Insurance
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Medical Malpractice
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General cases in Metairie, Louisiana
Suzanne takes general matters in Metairie, Louisiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Suzanne agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Metairie, Louisiana
Suzanne takes health care matters in Metairie, Louisiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Suzanne agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Metairie, Louisiana
Suzanne takes insurance matters in Metairie, Louisiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Suzanne agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Metairie, Louisiana
Suzanne takes medical malpractice matters in Metairie, Louisiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Suzanne agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Suzanne Ford Lanasa — Over 26 years of Louisiana general experience
Suzanne Ford Lanasa is an attorney based in Metairie, LA. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Insurance. Suzanne has over 26 years of legal experience.
Suzanne Ford Lanasa is a lawyer practicing health care, medical malpractice, professional liability defense and 2 other areas of law. Suzanne received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years. Suzanne practices in Metairie, LA.
How Suzanne handles general matters
Suzanne Ford Lanasa is a lawyer practicing health care, medical malpractice, professional liability defense and 2 other areas of law. Suzanne received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years. Suzanne practices in Metairie, LA.
The kind of cases Suzanne takes
Suzanne reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, health care, and insurance matters in Metairie and the surrounding Louisiana area.
Credentials
Suzanne Ford Lanasa's legal education and bar admissions
Louisiana State University
J.D. · 1999
Louisiana State University
B.S. · 1996
Jurisdictions
Suzanne's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2001 · ACTIVE
Louisiana
2000 · ACTIVE
Suzanne studied at J.D. in Louisiana State University and B.S. in Louisiana State University.
Law school and academic background
Suzanne completed J.D. in Louisiana State University and B.S. in Louisiana State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Suzanne runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Suzanne's professional memberships and bar associations
Louisiana State Bar Association
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Locations
Suzanne Ford Lanasa's office in Metairie
Suzanne's primary office is at 2700 Athania Pkwy, Metairie, LA, 70002-5904. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Suzanne Ford Lanasa — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Suzanne usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Suzanne charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Suzanne'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; Suzanne will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Metairie, Louisiana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Suzanne
Suzanne discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Suzanne confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Suzanne's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Suzanne Ford Lanasa
How much does it cost to hire Suzanne for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Suzanne walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Suzanne offer a free consultation?
Suzanne charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Suzanne's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Suzanne's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Louisiana typically take?
Simple general 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. Suzanne gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Suzanne take my case if I'm outside Metairie?
Suzanne is licensed in Louisiana. Matters governed by Louisiana law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Suzanne 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 Suzanne?
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. Suzanne will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Suzanne accepting new general clients right now?
Suzanne's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
General attorneys serving Metairie, New Orleans and Baton Rouge in Louisiana
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