Atty. Susan Petro

Atty. Susan Petro

Ms. Susan Petro is a lawyer practicing personal injury, accidents, automobile accidents and injuries and 14 other areas of law.

Hamilton Hamilton 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Susan Petro at a glance

Susan Petro is a Partner based in Hamilton, New Jersey, practicing at Petro Cohen, P.C.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, motorcycle, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1984). Educated at Rutgers University School of Law-Camden (J.D., 1984) and Rutgers University (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Atlantic County Bar Association, Barrister, Vincent S, and Haneman Inn of Court. Serands clients in Hamilton, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Susan Petro is a lawyer practicing personal injury, accidents, automobile accidents and injuries and 14 other areas of law
  • Susan received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Susan practices at Petro Cohen, P.C. in Hamilton, NJ and 3 others locations

Practice Areas Explained

Susan Petro's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Susan Petro 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 Petro is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in New Jersey →

Wrongful Death

Susan Petro is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in New Jersey →

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 Petro is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New Jersey →

Motorcycle Accidents

Susan Petro is one of 11,237 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle attorneys in New Jersey →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Susan Petro is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in New Jersey →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Susan Petro

Where is Susan Petro's law office located?
Susan Petro's law practice is located in Hamilton, New Jersey. The firm is Petro Cohen, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Susan Petro handle?
Susan Petro focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, motorcycle, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Susan Petro practiced law?
Susan Petro has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Susan Petro go to law school?
Susan Petro earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Susan Petro for a consultation?
You can contact Susan Petro 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 Petro received?
Susan Petro's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Rutgers University School of Law-Camden
- 1984
B.A.
Rutgers University
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1984

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