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4.7 /5.0
13 Client Reviews
About Suzanne
Biography
Suzanne Lafleur Klok represents individuals who are facing life changing events and those who wish to protect themselves from unnecessary hardship. Her practice includes debt negotiation, elder law, estate planning, probate, family law and bankruptcy cases, as well as business formation services. Suzanne practices a holistic approach to the practice of law. By focusing on individual client needs, Suzanne is able formulate a unique strategic plan for each of her clients.
Prior to establishing the Klok Law Firm, Suzanne had over a decade of litigation experience in products liability, personal injury, transportation, tobacco, medical devices, environmental toxic tort and securities and consumer fraud class action litigation. Suzanne's meticulous pre-trial skills and ability to identify critical facts and supporting evidence has allowed her the flexibility to practice in a variety of complex areas. Early in her career, Suzanne practiced corporate and tax law. She also speaks at legal education seminars on a variety of topics. Suzanne serves on the Board of Directors of the South Carolina Collaborative Law Institute, a non-profit organization, formed to educate the public on an alternative to aggressive litigation which allows them to resolve disputes without going to court.
Believing in the importance of connecting with her community, Suzanne is a volunteer Guardian ad litem. Through her volunteer work as a Guardian ad litem she is able to speak for the most vulnerable in our society, our children. Suzanne was also one of the first private attorneys to collaborate with the Homeownership Resource Center, a division of Family Services, Inc., a local non-profit agency, to assist homeowners in financial crisis. By providing counseling and debt negotiation services at no charge to homeowners through the Homeownership Resource Center, she works with homeowners and loan services to try and help homeowners keep their homes. In the past, Suzanne has served on the Board of Directors for East Cooper Meals on Wheels.
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Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Family
60%
Real Estate
35%
Wills and Living Wills
3%
Probate
2%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-45%
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2012
Licenses
Licensed in South Carolina for 24 years
State: South Carolina
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 24 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Mexico for 26 years
State: New Mexico
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 28 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in Louisiana for 30 years
State: Louisiana
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by Doug | April 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Completely Incompetent
Suzanne briefly represented my (still) wife and completely messed things up. She did not file the financial declaration, did not file a Motion to Relieve Counsel, and did not respond to or forward information from the scheduler about setting a court date. Because of her failure to do these basic thi...
Posted by anonymous | August 28, 2019 | Divorce & Separation
Horrendous
I set up an appointment for a phone consultation. I had to wait a week for that consultation. I received a text at the appointment time. I called them and they said I would get a call back from the attorney. I called a second time and was told the attorney was getting my case file and would c...
Suzanne Klok
Replied last August 28, 2019I sincerely apologize for the miscommunication that took place regarding your free consultation. This is not normal for us and we have corrected the problems that resulted in the difficulties you experienced.
Suzanne L Klok's Lawyer Endorsements
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"I am impressed with Ms. Klok's thoughtful advice and answers to legal questions on Avvo. He has an in-depth understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Suzanne is an excellent, hard working, sharp lawyer. Highly recommended."
"I have worked with Suzanne and her firm on several cases over the past several years. I know her to be one of the most caring and intelligent attorneys in our bar. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of legal services."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1993
Community Property, Loyola University School of Law
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Attorney, Klok Law Firm, LLC
2004 - 2009
Attorney, Motley Rice
2000 - 2004
Attorney, Ness Motley, PA
1998 - 2000
Attorney, Branch Law Firm, LLC
1995 - 1998
Attorney, Provost Umphrey Law Firm, LLP
Associations
South Carolina Bar Association
Charleston County Bar Association
New Mexico State Bar Association
Louisiana State Bar Association
State Bar of Texas
Sample of Legal Cases
Barnes et al v. First American Title Insurance Company
Randleman et al v. Fidelity National Title Insurance Company
Education
1995
Loyola University New Orleans College of Law
JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA
1991
Newcomb College of Tulane University
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Find it Free and Fast on the Net: Strategies for Legal Research on the Web
FINDING FREE LEGAL RESEARCH SITES AND FREE CASE LAW
2009
Center 4 Women
Strategies on How to Preserve Your Home & Credit During the Financial Crisis
2006
NBI
South Carolina Class Action Update: Legislative Update, Pros and Cons, and Case Initiation
Publications
2009
Center 4 Women
Strategies on How to Preserve Your Home & Credit During the Financial Crisis
2006
NBI
South Carolina Class Action Update: Legislative Update, Pros and Cons, and Case Initiation
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
I need an attorney who'll accept a payment plan or provide pro bono work. It's hard raising 2 kids and paying 2500 up front?
26 Mar 2018
Q&A
Why isn't my wife's name listed as owner of the property, as is mine? Reads my name and ETAL
16 Mar 2018
Q&A
Advice on dss accusing me of child neglect and abuse
16 Mar 2018