Atty. Suzan Sutherland

Atty. Suzan Sutherland

Suzan Sutherland is a lawyer practicing business, contracts & agreements. Suzan received a A.B. degree from Indiana University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Chicago Chicago 51 Years Experience 51 year
Call (571) 687-7431

Profile Summary

About Suzan Sutherland at a glance

Suzan Sutherland is a Special Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at MWH Law Group. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on contracts and business. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1975), U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1977), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1979), and U.S. court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1991). Educated at Case Western Reserve University (J.D., 1975) and Indiana University (A.B., 1972). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Suzan Sutherland is a lawyer practicing business, contracts & agreements
  • Suzan received a A.B. degree from Indiana University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Suzan practices at MWH Law Group in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Suzan Sutherland's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Suzan Sutherland

Where is Suzan Sutherland's law office located?
Suzan Sutherland's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is MWH Law Group. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Suzan Sutherland handle?
Suzan Sutherland focuses on contracts, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Suzan Sutherland practiced law?
Suzan Sutherland has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Suzan Sutherland go to law school?
Suzan Sutherland earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (A.B., 1972).
How can I contact Suzan Sutherland for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University
- 1975
A.B.
Indiana University
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1979
U.S. court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1991

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