Atty. Suzanne B. Sutton
Suzanne has extensive experience in attorney discipline matters and bankruptcy law. Prior to joining Cohen and Wolf, she spent approximately nine years at the Office of Chief Disciplinary Counsel and was appointed First Assistant Chief Disciplinary Counsel.
Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Bridgeport, CT · 38+ Years Experience
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About Suzanne B. Sutton at a Glance
Suzanne B. Sutton is an Of Counsel based in Bridgeport, Connecticut, practicing at Cohen and Wolf, P.C.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy and litigation. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1988), New York (1989), and District of Columbia U.S. District Court District of Connecticut (1990). Educated at Quinnipiac University School of Law (J.D., 1988) and University of Connecticut (B.A., 1985). Serves clients in Bridgeport, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Suzanne B. Sutton
- Suzanne has extensive experience in attorney discipline matters and bankruptcy law
- Prior to joining Cohen and Wolf, she spent approximately nine years at the Office of Chief Disciplinary Counsel and was appointed First Assistant Chief Disciplinary Counsel
- As a disciplinary counsel she investigated, negotiated and prosecuted all matters of grievance complaints and unauthorized practice of law issues
- Suzanne now focuses on defending attorneys in the area of attorney discipline and professional malpractice
- She also serves as an expert witness in the area of attorney discipline
- In addition to grievance matters, Suzanne has extensive experience in commercial law and bankruptcy
- She has represented individuals and businesses in Chapter 7, 13 and 11 cases and has served as a Chapter 7 Panel Trustee for the District of Connecticut
- Suzanne often participates in legal ethics seminars for the Connecticut Bar Association and for individual County Bar Associations
- She is an adjunct legal ethics professor at the University of Hartford and she is a Justice of the Peace in the Town of Orange
- CREDENTIALS SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS • The #MeToo Movement Temple Israel, 09.23.2019 • Maintaining IOLTA and Law Office Management Best Practices CBA Law Center, 09.20.2019 • The #MeToo Movement St. Marks Church, 09.13.2019 • What is the "#MeToo" Movement? 03.07.2019 • The Legalities of Sexual Harassment Westport Y's Men, 03.07.2019 • The Legalities of Sexual Harassment Saugatuck Congregational Church, 05.14.2018 PUBLICATIONS • Bankruptcy During the COVID-19 Crisis 04.13.2020 • Tips on Managing the Psychosis of Law law.com/ctlawtribune, 12.27.2018 • Being Prepared Can Save Attorneys Major Headaches in the Long Run law.com/ctlawtribune, 07.13.2017 • CBA Practice Tips: Answering Grievance Complaint with Attorney Suzanne Sutton www.youtube.com, 01.19.2017 • CBA Practice Tips: Avoiding a Grievance Through Proper Communication www.youtube.com, 11.29.2016 PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Connecticut Bar Association • Standing Committee on Professional Ethics • Professional Responsibility Section • Commercial Law Section • Bankruptcy Section • Task Force on the State of the Legal Profession • Professional Discipline Section, Former Chair
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Suzanne B. Sutton's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Suzanne B. Sutton handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Bridgeport.
Bankruptcy & Debt in Bridgeport
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Civil Litigation in Bridgeport
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Bridgeport
Practicing law in Connecticut. Legal matters in Connecticut are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Bridgeport are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Connecticut state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Connecticut 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 Connecticut courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Bridgeport Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Bridgeport-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 Bridgeport Choose Suzanne B. Sutton
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 Suzanne B. Sutton's practice in the field of bankruptcy and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Suzanne B. Sutton brings 38+ 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 Connecticut, New York, and District of Columbia U.S. District Court District of Connecticut, Suzanne B. Sutton can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering bankruptcy and litigation, Suzanne B. Sutton can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Bridgeport
A Bridgeport-based practice means Suzanne B. Sutton attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Suzanne B. Sutton Handles in Bridgeport
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