Suzanne Woodrow Snell Ms.
About Suzanne
Biography
Tenancity tempered with compassion is my mission statement. I recognize that being involved in a court case is an emotionally draining event for someone. I have been practicing family law long enough to confidently navigate my way through all trial proceedings and am a commanding force in a courtroom. I have been described as a "bull dog in high heels". I am constantly seeking new ways to learn. My next training is a two day intensive training about cross examination in Park City Utah. I serve as a staff member for the Oklahoma Bar Association Family Law Section Trial Advocacy Institute. I was selected to attend the prestigious the three week Trial Lawyer College, conducted by Gerry Spence in Dubois Wyoming, described as the world's best trial attorney. I graduated from the American Bar Association Family Law Section National Institute for Trial Advocacy Family Law Advocacy Institute in Boulder Colorado. These are just some of the many training and education programs I have attended to keep my skills sharp. My husband is not an attorney. But he is an avid hunter. He and I have traveled the United States and Canada hunting. My only child is grown and living in NYC. My furbaby is an Australian Shepherd. He is the baby of the family.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Oklahoma for 33 years
State: Oklahoma
Acquired: 1993
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Location
Law Offices of Suzanne Woodrow Snell Ms.
309 West Main Street, Purcell, OK, 73080
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Suzanne Woodrow Snell Ms.'s Reviews
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8 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by anonymous | March 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Money maker
Very expensive especially if you want to communicate with her. Never had a one on one face to face conversation until the actual court date. Unprepared then very Rude. She's about taking care of number one , herself. She's knowledgeable in law however she is more concerned for her pocket book Beware!...
Suzanne Woodrow Snell
Replied last March 30, 2024I want to apologize if I was rude. Please contact the office so we can discuss your concerns. I certainly want to make necessary corrections.
Posted by anonymous | May 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney
My chihuahua could have done a better job
refused to talk to me or see me, made some big mistakes that other attorneys say are inexcusable, not always prepared, poor reputation locally, often rude
Suzanne Woodrow Snell
Replied last March 30, 2024I apologize, but I do not recognize the situation you are referencing. Please call and come into the office. I particularly want to discuss what big mistake you feel I made and why you think I have a poor reputation locally.
Suzanne Woodrow Snell Ms.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly endorse Suzanne Woodrow Snell. She is an excellent attorney, an excellent advocate for her clients, and she is extremely knowledgeable in her field."
Estate planning lawyer
Experience
Honors
2021
Oklahoma Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
One of ten best family law attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2011
National Family Law Trial Advocacy Institute, NIITA and ABA Famiy Law Section
2009
Selected for Trial Lawyers College, Gerry Spence
1978
Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities, Oklahoma State University
Work Experience
1993 - Present
Managing Partner, Woodrow Snell Law Office
1998 - 2017
Municipal Judge, City of Purcell
Associations
2016 - Present
McClain County Bar AssociationPresident
2015 - Present
Association of Family and Conciliation CourtsMember
2015 - Present
Academy of Professional Family MediatorsMember
2010 - Present
American Bar AssociationFamily Law Section
2010 - Present
American Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
1999 - Present
Western District of OklahomaMember
1993 - Present
Oklahoma Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
1993 - Present
Oklahoma Bar AssociationMember
1992 - Present
Oklahoma Bar AssociationFamily Law Section
1989 - Present
Rotary InternationalPaul Harris Fellow
Sample of Legal Cases
Court of Appeals affirmed the trial court decision.
The trial court ordered joint custody over the mother's objection. My client, dad, named primary custodian. The trial court found that the parties' lapses in common courtesy or outbursts of hostility did not prevent joint custody from working.
The supreme court ruled in my client's favor. The DHS worker was allowed to testify about the child's statements of child abuse. The statement was allowed under residual hearsay, 12 OS Sect. 2803(24).
Education
1992
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2014
Can We Take Away the Distraction of the Civil Wars the Soldier Fights at Home?
Publications
2014
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
What would it take to take over custody of my son when his mom's health is declining rapidly?
17 Feb 2022
Do I have to pay for my ex wife’s car if int only in my name ?
19 May 2021
Will underage drinking affect a custody battle?
09 Feb 2019