Atty. Susan Dowden

Atty. Susan Dowden

Susan Dowden is a lawyer practicing wills & successions, personal injury, automobile accidents and injuries and 2 other areas of law. Susan received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University of Shreveport in 1977, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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Profile Summary

About Susan Dowden at a glance

Susan Dowden is a Member based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, practicing at Modica, Dowden & Sledge, LC. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wills, truck accidents, personal injury, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1979), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1983). Educated at Louisiana State University and A. and M. College (J.D., 1979) and Louisiana State University of Shreveport (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Baton Rouge and Louisiana State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Susan Dowden is a lawyer practicing wills & successions, personal injury, automobile accidents and injuries and 2 other areas of law
  • Susan received a B.A. degree from Louisiana State University of Shreveport in 1977, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Susan practices at Modica, Dowden & Sledge, LC in Baton Rouge, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Susan Dowden's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Susan Dowden handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Susan Dowden is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Louisiana →

Wills

Susan Dowden is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Louisiana →

Truck Accidents

Susan Dowden is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Louisiana →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Susan Dowden is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →

Motorcycle Accidents

Susan Dowden is one of 11,237 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle attorneys in Louisiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Susan Dowden

Where is Susan Dowden's law office located?
Susan Dowden's law practice is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The firm is Modica, Dowden & Sledge, LC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Susan Dowden handle?
Susan Dowden focuses on car accidents, wills, truck accidents, personal injury, motorcycle. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Susan Dowden practiced law?
Susan Dowden has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Susan Dowden go to law school?
Susan Dowden earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Susan Dowden for a consultation?
You can contact Susan Dowden directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Susan Dowden received?
Susan Dowden's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University and A. and M. College
- 1979
B.A.
Louisiana State University of Shreveport
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1983

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