Susan Jan Sadow

Susan Jan Sadow

also known as Susan J. Sadow

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 44 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation

400 Galleria Parkway Suite 1500, Atlanta, GA

About Susan

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Workers Compensation 100%

Catastrophic and serious work injuries with focus on spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, complex regional pain syndrome, neck & back, shoulder, knee, carpal tunnel, foot & ankle surgeries.

44 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-25%


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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 44 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1981

Active Member in Good Standing

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Location

Sadow & Froy

400 Galleria Parkway Suite 1500, Atlanta, GA, 30339

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Susan Jan Sadow's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

145 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 37 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Professional. Responsive. In Your Corner!

Having worked in the insurance/claims industry for over a decade, I didn't think we would need a WC Attorney to help settle our case, which had dragged on for 2 1/2 years. Well, things got complicated, so we gave it and hired the BEST attorney we could find; one who's reputation in the insurance worl...d is so good that no one wants a case against her! Attorney Sadow is highly experienced, extremely professional, always responsive (even on her days off!) and best of all -- very straight-forward. She will tell you what you NEED to hear, not necessarily what you WANT to hear, and that's a good thing, because at the conclusion of your case, you'll be informed, satisfied and will have a strong appreciation of how she handled the matter on your behalf. And while I think Susan Sadow is a super hero, no super hero can save the world without their partners-in-crime! The team at her law firm are knowledgeable, kind and always quick to respond to emails -- even if it's a "Susan is not available, but I'll find out and get back with you," type of email. If you couldn't tell from the review above, Susan Sadow and her team of professionals are simply wonderful to work with. I hope we don't have a reason to need an attorney again, but if ever we were faced with a similar situation, we've kept Attorney Sadow on speed dial!

Posted by Jennifer | December 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Excellent Attorney To Have On Your Side!!!!

Susan Sadows is the best in her field! Even though my case was a difficult case to take on she took it on with a personal hands on approach. She and her staff were readily available to answer any and all questions as well as successfully handle any problems that popped up. She would be the first atto...rney I recommend to anyone facing a workman's comp case! #LifeChanging

Posted by LV | August 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Great Lawyer, great Firm, and Great Friend!

I first hired a one call that's all and wasted a year, nothing done and they didn't even know it was a worker's comp case! Hired Susan J Sadow and she fired him and grabbed my case running, she hasn't even paused on my case. I immediately obtained medical treatments and surgery for cervical 2 level f...usion and all the medical devices I needed to assist me. She is your salvation for fighting workers comp, she knows how to get the ball rolling quickly all the way to the end and all her staff is following right in her footsteps! Thanks Reba! You never hesitated at anything and always got everything done promptly and professional. So glad I found the superstar attorney of Atlanta! She has done everything possible to get me everything I need for my future medical and lost future wages as a result of a rear end collision that changed my life and career. I will now get all the needed surgeries I need in future. Again you could not ask for a better attorney and staff to fight for you, she always kept in contact with me on all aspects of my case, Thanks again Susan, Reba, and Brandy! What a team to have! God bless you all! Ex land surveyor, double cervical fusion, future lumbar fusion and full hip replacement. LV

Posted by Marilyn | June 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Simply the Best WC Attorney in Georgia!

Susan Sadow is simply the best attorney in the southeast when it comes to Workers Compensation legal matters. When I came to Susan, I was in bad shape. Susan and her team held me together when I was broken. Susan, Brandy, Reba and Marie are my "Wonder Women"! They are smart, compassionate and ext...remely professional. I was extremely satisfied with the results of my case.

Posted by Allen | May 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

A game of chess

Wow, where do I start, First, the workers comp is not setup for the employee, it’s setup for the employer and the insurance company. I had a case that I got hurt at my job at no fault of my own and I was trying to handle it on my own (I am not a big lawyer fan) but was being told by everyone I ne...ed a lawyer and was reading about the nightmares people where having dealing with workers comp insurance company as a whole. The insurance company has their own staff of lawyers working for them and I think a room full of bean counters looking for the cheapest way out. So I started the Goggle lawyer search and run across Susan Sadow web site, don’t know why she stood out to me, but I do have a sister name Susan, so I call her office and ask to speak with Susan, the girl on the phone took my name and info and when Susan came on line we talk briefly then set up a meeting, the first thing I notice was Susan made no promises of a big payout, but told me she will watch over my case and work hard for the best outcome as possible.. By this time I had my third surgery and lost arm movement, Susan jump right in and call my adjuster and they agreed that I needed to see another doctor to get a second opinion, Susan then made sure I got into the best doctor available. Then when it came time for me to go in for my FCE Susan made sure I got into the right place. Last was my day with settlement mediation again Susan made sure I had the right mediator. What Susan is doing is playing a game of chess, with each move she makes she is thinking couple of steps ahead, so at the end game I was standing at the best position possible. In the end I have permanent damage to my shoulder and I was compensated for it. What you need to do is. Call Susan What down any question you have. Bring in all your paperwork you have from any doctor visits you have gone to. Keep copies of all future doctor visits and forward them to Susan's office, it's amazing what the doctors office and the case manager forget to forward to your lawyer’s office. Learn about the WC system.. Be realistic. What you need to know. You do need a lawyer. Susan is fast to respond to emails and phone calls. Susan will work for you. One very important thing I left out was Susan’s office staff was great, specially Ange she keeps up with emails and phone calls, she even sent a email out on a Sunday, when have you ever hear of a Lawyer's office working on Sunday other than looking for new work. Allen, Lville GA

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Susan Jan Sadow's Lawyer Endorsements

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Teresa Lazard

Workers compensation lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is an excellent attorney and is very knowledgeable about workers' compensation law."

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Moses Kim

Workers compensation lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Susan on several cases. She is a lawyer who holds herself to the highest standards of excellence and is a true, relentless advocate for her clients. I have the upmost respect for her and would not hesitate in fully recommending her to any of my family or my friends. Best of all, she is a great friend and person to be around."

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Seth Hansard

Workers compensation lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Sadow's reputation for excellence spreads among her fellow attorneys and among her clients. Having met Ms. Sadow and seen the results of her work time and again, she has likely earned every compliment written about her on this site ten times over."

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Eric Trivett

Workers compensation lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Susan is a highly competent and effective advocate. Litigating against her is a pleasure, and I endorse her without reservation."

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Stephen Garner

Workers compensation lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the opportunity to mediate a number of cases where Susan represented the claimant. She is always very well prepared, has helped her clients understand the process, and has done the necessary groundwork to get her clients top-dollar settlements. She realizes the importance of mediations and puts a lot of work into them. She has an excellent grasp of the complex issues which vex less experienced claimant’s attorneys, such as proper handling of MSAs, Social Security offsets, and subrogation liens. Her excellent advocacy skills in the courtroom are well known, but I have had the privilege of seeing her use the slightly different skill-set necessary to help her clients get the best settlement to be had though the mediation process and exhaust all ancillary sources to maximize the benefits for her clients. She truly is a Super Lawyer"

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M. Waters

Workers compensation lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Susan is highly competent, professional and, while zealously representing her clients is always very pleasant to work with."

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Nathaniel Hansford

Workers compensation lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known and worked with Susan for several years. She is a skilled and experienced attorney who is dedicated to her work and has her clients best interest in mind. Her style is effective and her results speak for themselves. I am more than happy to endorse Susan Sadow."

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Charles DuBose

Workers compensation lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Susan is a true professional in every sense of the word. She works diligently to get the absolute best result for her clients and is a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend her to anyone injured on the job who is looking for an attorney to represent them."

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Moses Kim

Medical malpractice lawyer

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Eric Trivett

Workers compensation lawyer

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Stephen Garner

Mediation lawyer

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Charles DuBose

Workers compensation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2020

Georgia Super Lawyer, Atlanta Magazine

2020

Fellow, The College of Workers' Compensation Lawyers

2019

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2019

Georgia Super Lawyer, Atlanta Magazine

2018

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2018

Georgia Super Lawyer, Atlanta Magazine

2017

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2017

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2017

Georgia Super Lawyer, Atlanta Magazine

2016

Georiga Super Lawyer, Atlanta Magazine

2016

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2015

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2015

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

Work Experience

1992 - Present

Managing Partner, Sadow & Froy

Associations

2004 - 2009

Kids' Chance, Inc.

Member of Board of Directors

2001 - 2002

Atlanta Bar Association

Member of Bd. of Directors

2000 - 2019

Georgia Association of Women Lawyers

Member

2000 - 2019

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1999 - 2002

Atlanta Bar Association, Continuing Legal Education Committee

Member

1999 - 2002

Atlanta Bar Association, Continuing Legal Education Committee

Secretary-Treasurer

1998 - 1999

Atlanta Bar Association, Workers' Compensation Section

Chairperson

1997 - 1998

Atlanta Bar Association, Workers' Compensation Section

Vice-Chair

1996 - 1997

Atlanta Bar Association, Workers' Compensation Section

Secretary-Treasurer

1981 - 2019

State Bar of Georgia

Member

Education

1981

Emory University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

Tufts University

BA Magna Cum Laude

Speaking Engagements

2021

ICLE

Professionalism: Remember When We All Got Along?

2015

Workers' Compensation Forum

Compensability Issues

2013

Claims Impact Service Event

From Hello to Hearing: A Step by Step Process for the New Practitioner

2005

Workers' Compensation Law Institute

Ethics: Problems and Solutions in Workers' Compensation Cases

2003

Workers' Compensation Law Institute

Co-Chairperson

2002

Workers' Compensation Law Institute

Workers' Compensation From All Angles

2002

Workers' Compensation for the General Practitioner

Common Issues Resolved Through the Hearing

2001

GeorgiaSelf-Insurers Association

Claimants' Attorneys: Why I Get the Call!

1998

State Bd. of Workers' Compensation Annual Seminar

Legislative/New Case Law Update

1997

State Bd. of Workers' Compensation Annual Seminar

Drug and Alcohol Cases/Willful Misconduct

1997

Atlanta Claims Association

Learning How to Work with Claimants' Attorneys: How Proper Communication Can Improve Your Effectiveneses and Make Your Job Easier

1995

State Bd. of Workers' Compensation Annual Seminar

Hearing Preparation: Preparing Your Client to Win

Publications

2016

ATLANTA MEDICINE – JOURNAL OF THE MEDICAL ASSOCIATION OF ATLANTA Keys to Success in Treating Injured Workers: The Patient’s View

Languages

French

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