Atty. Susan Jane Forney

Atty. Susan Jane Forney

Susan Jane Forney is a lawyer practicing civil rights, employment litigation. Susan received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Harrisburg Harrisburg 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Susan Jane Forney at a glance

Susan Jane Forney is a Chf. Dep. Atty. Gen. based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1978). Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 1978) and Pennsylvania State University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Harrisburg, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Susan Jane Forney is a lawyer practicing civil rights, employment litigation
  • Susan received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Susan practices in Harrisburg, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Susan Jane Forney's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Susan Jane Forney is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Susan Jane Forney is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Susan Jane Forney is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Harrisburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Susan Jane Forney

Where is Susan Jane Forney's law office located?
Susan Jane Forney's law practice is located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Susan Jane Forney handle?
Susan Jane Forney focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Susan Jane Forney practiced law?
Susan Jane Forney has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Susan Jane Forney go to law school?
Susan Jane Forney earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Susan Jane Forney for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Susan Jane Forney received?
Susan Jane Forney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cornell University
- 1978
B.A.
Pennsylvania State University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1978

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