Atty. Susan Severance
Susan Severance is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice defense, legal malpractice defense, products liability and 2 other areas of law. Susan has been licensed for 47 years.
Legal Malpractice Defense & More Attorney · Serving Baton Rouge, LA · 47+ Years Experience
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About Susan Severance at a Glance
Susan Severance is a medical malpractice, employment, slip & fall, and product liability attorney based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1979), U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, U.S. District Court, Eastern and Middle Districts of Louisiana (1983). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Susan Severance
- Susan Severance is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice defense, legal malpractice defense, products liability and 2 other areas of law
- Susan has been licensed for 47 years
- Susan practices in Baton Rouge, LA
Practice Areas Explained
Susan Severance's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Susan Severance handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Baton Rouge.
Medical Malpractice in Baton Rouge
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Susan Severance is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Louisiana →
Employment Law in Baton Rouge
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Susan Severance is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Louisiana →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in Baton Rouge
Susan Severance is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Louisiana →
Product Liability in Baton Rouge
Susan Severance is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Louisiana →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Baton Rouge
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 venue, 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.
Baton Rouge Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Baton Rouge-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Baton Rouge Choose Susan Severance
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Susan Severance's practice in the field of medical malpractice, employment, slip & fall, and product liability.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Susan Severance brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Louisiana, U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, U.S. District Court, Eastern and Middle Districts of Louisiana, Susan Severance can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, employment, and slip & fall, Susan Severance can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Baton Rouge
A Baton Rouge-based practice means Susan Severance attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Susan Severance Handles in Baton Rouge
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Susan Severance has experience with under Louisiana law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Susan Severance directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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