Atty. Susan Smith Erdelyi

Atty. Susan Smith Erdelyi

Susan S. Erdelyi practice is focused on employment and civil rights.

Jacksonville Jacksonville 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Susan Smith Erdelyi at a glance

Susan Smith Erdelyi is a Shareholder based in Jacksonville, Florida, practicing at Marks Gray, P.A.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment, civil rights, appellate, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Florida (1987), U.S. District Court, Middle and Northern Districts of Florida (1987), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1989), and U.S. Supreme Court (1997). Educated at Florida State University (J.D., 1986) and Texas Tech University (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar American Bar Association Jacksonville Bar Association Jacksonville Federal Bar Association. Serands clients in Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Susan S. Erdelyi practice is focused on employment and civil rights
  • As the City Attorney for the City of Jacksonville Beach, Ms. Erdelyi represents public entities, including municipalities and counties
  • She also represents private employers and employees, on a selective basis
  • Ms. Erdelyi has litigated claims for wrongful termination, disability, age, race and gender discrimination, sexual harassment, wage and hour, whistle blower, First Amendment discrimination, due process, unpaid wages and other employment and civil rights issues
  • Ms. Erdelyi is also a frequent speaker on employment law topics at seminars and client presentations
  • Ms. Erdelyi is a member of the Florida Bar Association (Labor and Employment Section and Trial Section), Florida Defense Lawyers Association
  • (Chair, Employment Committee – 2000, Board of Directors 2002-2006), American Bar Association (Employment and Labor Section and Civil Rights Section), Jacksonville Federal Bar Association
  • Jacksonville Bar Association
  • and Defense Research Institute (Employment Law Committee; and Governmental Liability Committee) and the Chester Bedell Inns of Court (Master)
  • Since 2009, she has been the City Attorney for the City of Jacksonville Beach, appointed by the Jacksonville Beach City Council on November 3, 2008
  • Ms. Erdelyi was selected by her peers for inclusion in the 2018 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for her work in Employment Law – Management
  • Government Relations Practice
  • Litigation – Labor and Employment
  • Ms. Erdelyi has been selected to the Florida Super Lawyers® every year since 2010
  • She currently serves on the Transparency Task Force of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office

Practice Areas Explained

Susan Smith Erdelyi's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Susan Smith Erdelyi 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.

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Civil Rights

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Appellate Practice

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Susan Smith Erdelyi

Where is Susan Smith Erdelyi's law office located?
Susan Smith Erdelyi's law practice is located in Jacksonville, Florida. The firm is Marks Gray, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Susan Smith Erdelyi handle?
Susan Smith Erdelyi focuses on employment, civil rights, appellate, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Susan Smith Erdelyi practiced law?
Susan Smith Erdelyi has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Susan Smith Erdelyi go to law school?
Susan Smith Erdelyi earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S., 1979).
How can I contact Susan Smith Erdelyi for a consultation?
You can contact Susan Smith Erdelyi 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 Smith Erdelyi received?
Susan Smith Erdelyi's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Florida State University
- 1986
B.S.
Texas Tech University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Middle and Northern Districts of Florida
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1997

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