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Susan Jeanne Clouthier
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Susan has extensive experience on appellate matters-- civil, criminal, family, and bankruptcy. Her deep passion for justice helps her clients, and she fiercly advocates for each one. She stays in constant communication with her clients, and she fights hard for justice. Since she practices exclusively appeals, she has a deep understanding of the rules and procedures that are associated with the complicated appellate process. She also dedicates time to explain the complicated legal process to her clients so they fully understand.
Clouthier Law, PLLC operates differently than many other law firms, having a high standard of excellence and treating each case with utmost importance. The attorneys at Clouthier Law will answer your questions and explain the process to make things as smooth as possible during a very challenging time.
Ms. Clouthier is licensed to practice in the State of Texas, the United States Supreme Court, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Seventh, Eighth, Ninth, Tenth, and Eleventh Circuits, and the Southern, Western, Northern, and Eastern Districts of Texas, including Bankruptcy Court. She has been licensed to practice law for almost fifteen years and has a variety of experience in different fields of law.
Ms. Clouthier is a mother of two girls-- ages 14 and 13. She has completed five Ironman triathllongs and is a fan of Baylor football.
Susan Clouthier exclusively practices appellate law all over the State of Texas. Clouthier Law, PLLC strives to hold the justice system accountable and help clients overcome an unfair verdict in criminal, civil, family law and bankruptcy appellate matters.
Clouthier Law’s attorneys understand that the legal process can become frustrating, overwhelming and sometimes profoundly unfair. Unfortunately, the justice system makes mistakes, and with the help of a skilled appellate lawyer, it is possible to secure a more favorable outcome in your case.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Appeals
100%
12 years | 75 cases
Fees and Rates
Awards
2019
Licenses
Licensed in Mississippi for 4 years
State: Mississippi
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 17 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Clouthier Law, PLLC
(832) 514-6215
Fax
9950 Woodloch Forest Dr, Suite 1300, The Woodlands, TX, 77380
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Posted by Brian | April 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Appeals
OUTSTANDING! A true Gift from above.
I contacted Susan about a very complex civil case and while living in England and dealing with the legal dramas of America I made several calls to lawyers who my wife and I needed for emergency help on an appeal. Nobody wanted to take the case - maybe cause of distance who knows. I found Susan throug...
Posted by Evelyn | July 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Appeals
Excellent Appeal Attorney
I Highly recommend Susan Clouthier, if you are seeking a good honest reliable Appeal Attorney. Susan was our first and only choice as we started our search for a good Appellant Attorney. Susan is a very smart knowledgeable considerate. Susan answered all of our questions she calm all of our fears we ...
Posted by Thomas | July 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Professional Services
Very professional, proficient, and non bias when representing clients. This law firm is the best in Houston, TX. Mrs. Clouthier works with you throughout the legal process and willingly works to generate the best outcome. This law firm has been a blessing to me and my family thank you!
Posted by Dustin | May 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Appeals
Highly Recommend
Susan worked tirelessly to win my appeal and articulate my case, she has a brilliant legal mind, and goes above and beyond to help her clients.
Posted by Cheryl | April 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Excellent service and advice
Susan and her team are an excellent law firm and I would definitely use them again. They are smart, responsive, explain the legal issues in understandable terms and are truly interested in the best outcome for your situation, making you aware of all the options. I highly recommend this firm.
Susan Jeanne Clouthier's Lawyer Endorsements
"I fully and wholeheartedly endorse Susan. She has the rare ability to take convoluted legal issues and make a compelling and cogent written argument in a flowing and understandable manner. Susan understands and listens closely to trial lawyers to fully encompass every appealable and winnable point from the trial court. She understands what it takes to be successful on the appeallate level."
"Susan has handled numerous appellate matters for our firm. She is always thorough in her research and meticulous in drafting appellate briefs. I could not recommend her more strongly than I do."
"I strongly recommend this lawyer. She is hard working, intelligent and trustworthy. She is on my very short list of attorneys I would trust to do an excellent job on an appeal. Outstanding lawyer!"
"Susan is a great legal writer. She has the ability to research and analyze complex legal issues. More importantly, she reduces those complex issues into powerful arguments because simplifies the issues into concise briefs and memorandum that allows Judges to understand and grasp her arguments. A great appellate lawyer must be a great writer. Susan is a great writer so she is a great appellate lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Contreras is highly qualified as an appellate law specialist."
"It is my pleasure to endorse Susan Contreras. She cares about quality work and she cares about her clients. These are two critically-important attributes that clients selecting counsel should seek. I used to work with Susan at Baker McKenzie. Everyone at Baker enjoyed working with Susan. It is a pleasure working with her and she is a top-notch professional. You will enjoy working with her, too, and I am confident you will be pleased with her work."
"It is with great enthusiasm that I endorse Susan. She is my "go to person" for my Appellate and briefing needs. Her analytical and writing skills are terrific. I more than highly recommend Susan!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Contreras is handling an appeal for a co-defendant/appellant challenging a substantial judgment involving a civil RICO claim. The issues are complex and the evidence voluminous. Despite the challenges, Ms. Contreras spotted the most salient issues for appeal and presented them with appropriate brevity and directness such that I found her arguments very persuasive."
"I endorse this lawyer. Susan is a strong appellate attorney in the field of criminal law and a strong appellate advocate for her clients!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Susan is a very smart and dedicated attorney. I know she is an Ironman in her personal life but she brings that same passion and drive to her work. If you are looking for a detail oriented and excellent attorney, I would strongly recommend Susan."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Contreras possesses the essential qualities of a great lawyer: dedication to her clients and relentless sincerity."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Susan is an excellent Appellate Attorney. I highly recommend her to Attorneys' seeking help on appeal and I regularly refer her clients seeking an appeal. Once you hire Susan, you will soon realize you made a great decision!"
"Susan has provided help to our firm in our appellate work. She has been insightful and helpful in our clients' appellate needs."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Contreras has worked on several appeals, writs of certiorari and habeas writs at this law office. She works efficiently and always has a great product. I would highly recommend her."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2021
Best Lawyer, Expertise
2021
Top Rated Attorney, American Association of Attorney Advocates
2021
10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2020
Top Tier Lawyer Top 2%, American Trial Academy
2020
Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2020
Member, Esteemed Lawyers of America
2019
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2018
Member, Lawyers of Distinction
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Principal Attorney, Clouthier Law, PLLC (formerly Lader Contreras, PLLC)
2014 - 2015
Briefing Attorney, Mize Minces, PLLC
2011 - 2014
Assistant, Baker McKenzie
2008 - 2009
Attorney, 14th Court Of Appeals
Associations
2020 - Present
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
2019 - Present
Appellate Section of the Texas BarMember
2019 - Present
Houston Bar AssociationAppellate Section Member
2019 - Present
Christian Legal SocietyMember
2019 - Present
Texas Womens LawyersMember
2018 - Present
United States Supreme Court BarMember
2016 - Present
Bar Association of the Federal Fifth CircuitMember
Sample of Legal Cases
In the Matter of Gene Turk, an incapacitated person
Vacated and remanded
United States v. Ojin Kim
Restitution amount vacated
In re Gyanendra Patra
Vacated the contempt order
In re James W. Turner Construction, Ltd.
Mandamus denied
United States v. Dinh
Conviction vacated
Sweet Water Well Service, LLC v. West Houston Airport Corp.
Reverse and remand
Converse v. City of Kemah
Reverse and remand
Rodella v. United States of America
Certificate of Appealability granted
In Re Nicola Kluge
Set aside order of contempt, discharged client from custody, released bond
In the Matter of the Marriage of David Michael Nathanson and Carrie Denise Nathanson
Got the appeal dismissed for want of prosecution
United States of America v. Franklin Joseph Ryle
Sentence under 18 U.S.C. 924(c)(3)(B) vacated
Cleveland Franklin v. American Elevator Inspections, Inc.
Texas Supreme Court asked for a response in the case
Education
2007
University of Houston Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Baylor University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2020
Federal District Court
2255 Hearing
2019
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
Oral Argument
2018
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
Oral Argument
Publications
2019
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
Is ineffective assistance of counsel the same as legal malpractice?
04 Sep 2019
Q&A
Can I get my parental rights back after CPS and my own attorney made me sign my rights over?
02 Aug 2019
Q&A
Can Filing 11.07 Habeas be done more than once
07 Sep 2018