Atty. Susan D. Mitchell

Atty. Susan D. Mitchell

Susan D. Mitchell proudly hails from North Bay, Ontario and continues to provide legal services in Northern Ontario as well as Eastern Ontario.

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About Susan D. Mitchell at a glance

Susan D. Mitchell is an attorney based in Ottawa, Ontario, practforg at Tierney Stauffer LLP. Educated at University of Windsor (LL.B., 2001) and McMaster University (B.A. (Psychology), 1995). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation (2026) and Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation, Ottawa (Canada) (2022). Serands clients in Ottawa, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Susan D. Mitchell proudly hails from North Bay, Ontario and continues to provide legal services in Northern Ontario as well as Eastern Ontario
  • Susan works primarily in our Ottawa office, but also travels to our locations in Cornwall, North Bay, and Kingston as needed to meet with clients on personal injury matters
  • Susan began practicing in 2002 and has been a Partner at Tierney Stauffer LLP since 2007
  • She became Managing Partner in 2018
  • Susan practices civil litigation, focusing on personal injury law, medical malpractice, and insurance law
  • Susan is an active member of the County of Carleton Law Association (CCLA), the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association (OTLA), The Advocates’ Society, and the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Law Association (SDGLA)
  • Susan spent a number of years as Chair of the New Lawyers and Articling Students Continuing Legal Education Committee and has spoken at numerous educational programs for the CCLA and Advocates Society
  • Susan has also been a guest speaker at the Annual CCLA Solicitors Conference and Litigators Conference as well as a guest lecturer at the University of Ottawa Faculty of Law
  • Susan is general counsel to the Canadian Society of Forensic Scientists and is a past member of the Fundraising Committees for both the Brain Injury Association of the Ottawa-Valley and the Charity Golf Tournament Committee for St. Patrick’s Home Foundation
  • Susan is a member of the Women’s Business Network (WBN) and is on the Board of Directors for, and an active volunteer with, the FAMSAC Emergency Food Cupboard in Bells Corners
  • In addition to providing legal services to clients through our offices in Cornwall, Kingston, and Ottawa, Susan provides services to clients in North Bay, Sudbury, New Liskeard and surrounding areas

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ontario

Practforg law in Ontario. Legal matters in Ontario are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Ottawa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ontario state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ontario brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ontario courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Common questions about Susan D. Mitchell

Where is Susan D. Mitchell's law office located?
Susan D. Mitchell's law practice is located in Ottawa, Ontario. The firm is Tierney Stauffer LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
Where did Susan D. Mitchell go to law school?
Susan D. Mitchell earned their education at (LL.B., 2001); (B.A. (Psychology), 1995).
How can I contact Susan D. Mitchell for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Susan D. Mitchell receiandd?
Susan D. Mitchell's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation; Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation, Ottawa (Canada).

Education

LL.B.
University of Windsor
- 2001
B.A. (Psychology)
McMaster University
- 1995

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation, Ottawa (Canada)
- 2022

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