Suzanne T. Tighe, Appellate Attorney in Moosic, Pennsylvania
Over 29 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Insurance, and Litigation · 4.3/5 rating from 8 verified client reviews
Special CounselatMarshall Dennehey
Moosic, PA
Practicing appellate in Moosic since 1997.
- 29+
- Years practicing
- 4.3 ★
- 8 client reviews
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Suzanne T. Tighe is a special counsel based in Moosic, PA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Insurance, and Litigation. Suzanne has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Marshall Dennehey. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 8 client reviews.
- Based in
- Moosic, PA
- Experience
- over 29 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Appellate, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Moosic, PA.
- Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Suzanne T. Tighe: Suzanne T. Tighe is a special counsel based in Moosic, PA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Insurance, and Litigation. Suzanne has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Marshall Dennehey. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 8 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Suzanne's practice areas in Moosic
Suzanne concentrates on appellate, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Suzanne handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Appellate cases in Moosic, Pennsylvania
Suzanne takes appellate matters in Moosic, 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 Suzanne agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Moosic, Pennsylvania
Suzanne takes insurance matters in Moosic, 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 Suzanne agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Moosic, Pennsylvania
Suzanne takes litigation matters in Moosic, 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 Suzanne agrees to represent you.
Biography
Suzanne T. Tighe, appellate attorney serving Moosic
Suzanne T. Tighe is a special counsel based in Moosic, PA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Insurance, and Litigation. Suzanne has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Marshall Dennehey. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 8 client reviews. Suzanne works from Moosic, Pennsylvania and takes on appellate matters across the region.
Suzanne is a member of the Professional Liability Department where she concentrates her practice on insurance coverage issues, including first-and-third party claims, insurance bad faith claims and appellate issues. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania, Suzanne splits her time between our Scranton and Philadelphia offices.
In her career, Suzanne has represented both claimants and insureds, and she credits the insights gained from understanding opposing positions with strengthening her ability to advocate for her clients. Suzanne has vigorously defended insurers, third-party administrators and self-insureds throughout every stage of a matter, ranging from the preparation of policy language to pre-suit investigation to formulating coverage opinions and litigating matters through the trial and appellate courts. She has litigated a broad range of claims in both the state and federal courts including insurance coverage disputes, bad faith matters, third party liability matters, first party property coverage claims and uninsured/underinsured motorist claims.
Suzanne’s engagement with the insurance industry extends beyond representing her clients. She lectures regularly on insurance related topics and has authored amicus briefs in Pennsylvania State and Federal Courts.
Honors & Awards
•Rated Distinguished by Martindale-Hubbell
Classes/Seminars Taught
•Negotiation, Settlement and Release, Pennsylvania Bar Institute, Joint & Several Liability 2026 Virtual CLE Seminar, February 12, 2026
•Ride Sharing and Computer Rental Issues, Pennsylvania Bar Institute, 2025 Annual Auto Law Virtual CLE Seminar, October 28, 2025
How Suzanne handles appellate matters
Suzanne is a member of the Professional Liability Department where she concentrates her practice on insurance coverage issues, including first-and-third party claims, insurance bad faith claims and appellate issues. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania, Suzanne splits her time between our Scranton and Philadelphia offices. In her career, Suzanne has represented both claimants and insureds, and…
The kind of cases Suzanne takes
Suzanne reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, insurance, and litigation matters in Moosic and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Suzanne studied and practices
Penn State Dickinson Law
J.D. · 1997
University of Scranton
B.S. · 1994
Jurisdictions
Suzanne's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court
2000 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court
1997 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1997 · ACTIVE
Suzanne studied at J.D. in Penn State Dickinson Law and B.S. in University of Scranton.
Law school and academic background
Suzanne completed J.D. in Penn State Dickinson Law and B.S. in University of Scranton. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Suzanne runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Suzanne's legal honors and published work
Suzanne has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Suzanne's professional memberships and bar associations
Associations & memberships Pennsylvania Defense Institute, Co-Chair, Motor Vehicle Committee At Large Director, 2022-present Executive Board, 2012-2014 Board of Directors, 2003-2011 Lackawanna Bar Association Pennsylvania Bar Association
membership
Locations
Suzanne T. Tighe's office in Moosic
Suzanne's primary office is at 50 Glenmaura National Boulevard, Moosic, PA, 18507. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Suzanne T. Tighe — 4.3/5 rating from 8 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Suzanne. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Moosic.
4.3
8 client reviews
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How to hire Suzanne T. Tighe — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate 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 appellate attorney in Moosic, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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 appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Suzanne T. Tighe
How much does it cost to hire Suzanne for a appellate 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 appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Suzanne's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple appellate 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 Moosic?
Suzanne 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 — 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 appellate 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
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