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Susan Marie Severtson
About Susan
Biography
I've been practicing law for over 25 years in Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland. I spent 7 years as a deputy prosecuting attorney and now represent those who have been charged with or are being investigated for a crime. Our firm is uniquely qualified to help you with all your criminal law needs to get the best possible result for you.
We also specialize in all family law matters, from divorce and separation to child custody, visitation and child support. We would be happy to meet with you and map out a strategy which will be most beneficial for you and your family.
If you are involved in a serious bodily injury accident or incident of any type because of the fault of another, please contact our office and we will work hard to get you the most compensation we can for your injuries.
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Licensed in Illinois for 30 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 37 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Licensed in Indiana for 37 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
Susan M. Severtson, Attorney At Law
7895 Broadway, Chapel Plaza, Suite R, Merrillville, IN, 46410
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Posted by Natalie | May 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Family
Thank you Susan
In a civilized world people try to solve their problems by sitting down and trying to find a resolution. However, unfortunately not all problems can be solved. When this occurs we hire attorneys who are unbiased and knowledgeable to solve our problems. Susan has the knowledge, compassion and tenac...
Posted by Cheryl | May 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
George, Nat, Cheryl & Junie
This lady will fight for you and the person she is representing! An attorney with a heart as big as hers is a rare gem. Thank you Susan for giving us back our granddaughter June.
Posted by GUADALUPE | July 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
BEST ATTORNEY IN THE COUNTRY!!!!!!!!!!!
ATTY SEVERTSON is the best attorney i ever had for my divorce. She was always returning my phone calls and went that extra mile for my best interest. Always gave me kind advice and couragement
Posted by La'Meisha | November 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
THE BEST ATTORNEY IN THE USA!
Attorney Severtson has been ONE OF THE BEST ATTORNEYS that I've ever known! Even though she's busy due to having a large clientele, she's always there to answer my questions and makes herself available by returning my phone calls and answering my questions no matter how many questions I have! If she ...
Posted by Andrew | November 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Truly Amazing to work with
Working with Attorney Severtson was absolutely amazing. I had never been in or dealt with a lawsuit before and she was recommended to my by a close friend. After our first conversation I knew she was the Lawyer for me! Being this was my first and hopefully last time to go to court, she worked with me...
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Experience
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Partner/Owner, Law Office of Susan M. Severtson
2005 - 2011
Corporation Counsel/Asst. City Attorney, City of Gary
2002 - 2005
Hearing Officer, Workers Compensation Board
1992 - 2002
Adjunct Professor, Valparaiso University School of Law
1988 - 1995
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Lake County Prosecutor's Office
Associations
1995 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association
1988 - Present
Indiana State Bar Association
1988 - Present
Washington State Bar Association
1988 - Present
Lake County Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Indiana v. Theodis Armstead
Drug case dismissed
State of Indiana v. Franklin Tepper-Hunt
Drug case dismissed
Education
1987
Valparaiso University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
Saint Olaf College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2004
CLE - Update Worker's Compensation
Indiana State Bar Association