$ 400-500 per hour
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Susan K. Duke
also known as Susan K. Duke Esq.
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About Susan
Biography
Susan K. Duke has over two decades of experience bankruptcy and family law. In 1995, she earned her J.D. from the University of San Diego School of Law and earned her LL.M from Thomas Jefferson School of Law. She is committed to providing compassionate legal support and works with her clients to create the personalized legal solutions they need to achieve their goals. Susan knows that every case she represents is unique and requires meticulous evaluation and creative strategies. With her on your side, you can feel confident in the outcome of your case. Reach out to her today for a consultation.
Divorce and Child Custody Attorney
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Adoption
25%
Child Custody
25%
Child Support
25%
Divorce and Separation
25%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2019 2018 2016
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3
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 30 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Duke Law Firm, P.C.
500 Helendale Road, Suite 260, The Laurelton Building, Rochester, NY, 14609
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Online Presence
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Susan K. Duke's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2015 | Family
Excellent
Susan went above and beyond for me. She is very knowledgeable and I was confident and at ease when she represented me in a Family Court issue. Thank you Susan Kathleen Duke!
Posted by anonymous | May 10, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Great attorney!
Susan helped me with my divorce. It was a bad time in my life, but Susan listened to me and provided good advice and helped me get through it.
Posted by anonymous | October 11, 2012 | Child Custody
Best Lawyer I know!
My family has hired Susan Duke on more then one occassions, and for several diffent reasons. She has always been professional, and very Helpful to us. In Custody cases she is in tune with the emotions involved and is respectful in that manner. She is aggressive in the court room and knows exact...
Posted by Jessica | March 21, 2011 | Child Custody
Law guardian
Susan stood by me & my daughter the entire time I was fighting for full custody of my daughter, as well as having all rights assigned to just me. She explained everything to me in full detail. Susan explained in full detail to the judge of why my daughter would be better off with just me (mother). I ...
Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce case
I'm not one of those who put up review online about anything but after going through divirce, i like to put in my 2 cents about this attorney. Maybe it's not limited to just Susan Duke but things were often vaguely explained. After it was done, i asked for advices/help regarding bad behaviors coming ...
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Experience
Honors
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2005
Summa Cum Laude, Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Instructor of Law Classes, South University
1996 - Present
Attorney/ Owner, Duke Law Firm, P.C.
1900 - Present
Member, Duke Law Firm, P.C.
Associations
New York State Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Howden v. Keeler
Father awarded custody of young daughter; http://www.nycourts.gov/courts/ad4/Clerk/Decisions/2011/06-10-11/PDF/0646.pdf
Education
2005
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1995
University of San Diego School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
Evergreen State College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Online Course
Bankruptcy Law
Publications
2012
BNA publications
Income Tax Refunds and Bankruptcy
2005
Journal of Transnational Law and Policy
E-Commerce and the Taxation Doctrine of Permanent Establishment In the United States and China
2003
American Journal of Trial Advocacy
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Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Susan earned significant contribution points in 2019.
Legal Answers
Q&A
In NYS does the time between parents have to be exactly 50/50 to be considered 50/50 custody?
12 Apr 2024
Q&A
Adding my bf to custody papers and changing kids last name to his?
31 Jan 2024
Q&A
Why is house considered separate property during divorce?
21 Aug 2023