Susan C Nelson

Susan C Nelson

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Litigation Lawyer at Spokane, WA
Practice Areas: Litigation, Employment & Labor

N. 111 Post St., Ste 300, Spokane, WA

About Susan

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Litigation 60%

21 years | 15 cases

60%
Employment and Labor 40%

19 years | 6 cases

40%

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 18 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 21 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Dunn & Black, P.S.

N. 111 Post St., Ste 300, Spokane, WA, 99201-0705

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Susan C Nelson's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Scott | March 3, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Couldn’t be happier!

I dealt with Mr Pool. I could not be happier in the facts he sorted out for me. He lead me the right direction as well as let me know that my thoughts are valid of a poor job done with a poor attitude from a poor contractor without morals. Thanks guys!

Posted by Benjamin | February 28, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Very helpful and honest

Very helpful helped weigh pros and cons of my situation. Susan had great insight and had my best interested in mind during the consultation.

Posted by Scott | March 7, 2015

Highly Skilled, Very Competent and a Strong yet Compassionate Advocate

In winter of 2013, I had the misfortune of needing the representation of a skilled attorney, but the very good fortune of being represented by Ms. Susan Nelson of the firm of Dunn, Black and Roberts. I was involved in a contentious and complex situation that directly threatened my employment status ...and security. My case required an attorney well versed and well practiced in the areas of labor and employment law. Ms. Nelson was extremely knowledgeable in these areas, did copious amounts of research and was able to appropriately apply all applicable and pertinent laws in order to support my case and defend my interests. Ms. Nelson was a fierce advocate for me and for my case. I felt confident and assured that when Ms. Nelson was representing me that it was done in a professional and direct manner and that the opposing side was kept in check. Ms. Nelson was very communicative and kept me apprised of all the developments relating to my case. She was easy to reach and returned my calls and inquiries quickly with advice, suggestions or updated information. Most importantly, I felt that Ms. Nelson cared about my case and its successful resolution. Ms. Nelson was easy to work with and I truly appreciated her compassion, empathy and passion for effective advocacy while representing me as a client. I recommend Ms. Nelson without hesitation, or reservation, to anyone seeking or needing the highest quality of representation.

Posted by anonymous | January 21, 2015

Highly Professional

I worked with Susan Nelson from 2009 until 2011 over a negligence case. She was always professional in her behavior in our many meetings and in court in front of the judge, trustworthy in what she told me to expect and in all of our confidential communication, responsive to my numerous questions, and... certainly knowledgable of the law as it applied to my case. Most of all, she kept me informed as my case progressed to its resolution. I even heard from her recently when she wanted to return some evidence from my case that belonged to me. I am very pleased to be able to recommend Susan to anyone who needs legal services.

Posted by anonymous | January 19, 2015

Review for Susan C. Nelson attorney at Law, Dunn and Black Spokane Wa.

To AVVO Representatives, I'm writing this review in great gratitude for the services provided by Susan Nelson as she represented me through a very trying and stressful time in my life which not only impacted me but also my family and close friends. This event was based on false accusations which w...as used to negatively impact my employment. I first met Ms. Nelson while she was representing a personal friend and co-worker as he had been unjustly targeted by the same administration that I at that time was working for. I was involved in this case as a union officer and the union officers and attorney were unable to stop the unjust and unlawful treatment of this individual. As a result Ms. Nelson was retained along with attorney Mr. Bob Dunn and they mitigated both cases. My case followed the later mentioned case and a settlement was reached. I might add that the later case mentioned was successfully mitigated all the way thru civil trial obtaining guilty verdicts on double digit claims against the defendant. I work in an environment that expects it's employees to respond to others problems and to make an accurate decision to resolve those problems as it relates to the law, safety issues and at times life and death situations, so to be entwined in a long drawn out legal battle is not what I or my co-worker at the onset were prepared for. Ms. Nelson prepared me for this battle and helped me maintain the right mental mindset to withstand my adversaries tactics. Ms. Nelson was genuinely concerned for my personal welfare as well as the welfare of my family and close friends. She kept me apprised at all times of the facts she uncovered in my case even when the information at hand was delicate meaning reveling sensitive information to me as it related to those who were involved in the actions against me. Ms. Nelson put numerous hours researching my case and as such was able to ascertain facts about the situation as it relayed to the players that I had missed in my research and due diligence. This research is no doubt what laid the ground work for the settlement. My case was settled in 2012 and my wife and I still maintain contact with Ms. Nelson and her family. We consider her a dear friend and I still reflect at times and suspect I always will how truly blessed we were to have Susan and Bob placed in our lives. Respectfully submitted

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Susan C Nelson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Julie Watts

Unknown lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Susan is brilliant, tenacious, compassionate, and a relentless advocate for her clients. I would trust her with my own case if I had one, and I constantly refer people to her."

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Milton Rowland

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Susan is a passionate, dedicated lawyer committed to her clients and is a formidable adversary, while remaining collegial. I recommend Susan Nelson for any and all representation."

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Dianne Rudman

Litigation lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Susan is a sharp, intelligent, knowledgeable and conscientious lawyer. I have and will continue to refer cases to her with absolutely no reservation."

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Robert Dunn

Litigation lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Wesley Mortensen

Litigation lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Nicholas Kovarik

Intellectual property lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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John Black

Litigation lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Michael Tucker

Intellectual property lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Stephanie Brown

Litigation lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Nelson represents her clients well. She is knowledgeable. She has great research and writing skills. I endorse her work."

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David Schuck

Litigation lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Nelson is very intelligent, provides great counsel, and representation to her clients. I have no reservations in my recommendation and endorsement of her as a litigation attorney."

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Joele Farnham

Litigation lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"Susan was a pleasure to work with. She writes well, researches thoroughly and has a powerful courtroom presence. I highly recommend Susan Nelson's skills as an attorney, and Susan herself as a friend and colleague."

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Roger Marion

Litigation lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Other

"I have worked with Susan Nelson several times over the years, and her responsiveness, knowledge and tenacity are commendable. In short - she gets the results you need."

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Julie Watts

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Robert Dunn

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Alexandria Drake

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Dianne Rudman

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Richard Wetmore

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Jenae Ball

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Wesley Mortensen

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Nicholas Kovarik

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John Black

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Michael Tucker

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David Schuck

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Joele Farnham

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Roger Marion

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2021

Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2020

Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2019

Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2018

Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2017

Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2016

Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2015

Clients' Choice Award, AVVO

2015

Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2014

Top Women Attorneys in Washington, Seattle Metropolitan Magazine

2014

Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Top Women Attorneys in Washington, Seattle Metropolitan Magazine

2013

Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2011

Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine

2004

Certificate of Concentration in Law, Technology & the Arts, Case Western Reserve University School of Law

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Principal, Dunn & Black, P.S.

2008 - Present

Attorney, Dunn & Black, P.S.

2006 - 2008

Attorney, Bailey Pinney & Associates

2005 - 2006

DATG Attorney, Preston Gates & Ellis

2003 - 2004

Law Clerk, Shaker Heights Municipal Court

Associations

2016 - Present

Spokane County United Way

Board Member

2012 - Present

U.S. Supreme Court

2011 - Present

WSBA, Civil Rights Law Section

2011 - Present

WSBA, Intellectual Property Section

2011 - Present

WSBA, Labor and Employment Law Section

2011 - Present

Washington State Bar Association, Litigation Section

2010 - Present

Washington Women Lawyers (Spokane County chapter)

2008 - Present

Spokane County Bar Association

2007 - Present

Oregon State Bar

2004 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

U.S. District Court of Eastern Washington

U.S. District Court of Western Washington

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

2016 - 2018

Washington State Bar Association, Litigation Section

Executive Committee Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Stanley v. Sterling Savings Bank, et al

Confidential Settlement

Wyssman v. Scuba Center of Spokane, et al

Confidential Settlment

Harvey v. City of Spokane, et al

Confidential Settlment

Nosey Parker, LLC v. Purple Turtle

Complaint was successfully dismissed

Burchfiel, et ux v. The Boeing Corp., et. al.

Appellate Court re-instated jury verdict.

ING Fertility, et. al. v. Wisconsin Pharmacal, et. al

Confidential Settlement

Gray v. Scuba Center of Spokane, et al

Confidential Settlement

Chism v. Washington State Patrol

Judgment against Washington State

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Education

2004

Case Western Reserve University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Whitman College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1992

Beijing Foreign Studies University

Certificate

1991

University of Massachusetts, Amherst

Summer Study Program in Tai Zhong

Speaking Engagements

2018

CFMA Presentation

Washington State's New Sick Leave Law

2015

Employment Law: Beyond the Basics

Sexual, Racial, and Other Harassment and Discrimination

2014

Hiring and Terminating: The Ins and Outs of Employment Law

Background Checks & Hiring Decisions

2012

Luncheon

Million Dollar Verdicts

2012

3nd Annual Labor & Employment Law

Social Network Issues

2011

2nd Annual Labor & Employment Law

Social Network Issues

2009

Fundamentals of Employment Law

Employee Privacy in the Workplace

Publications

2015

Sterling Educational Services (SES) Sexual, Racial, and Other Harassment and Discrimination

2011

The Seminar Group Social Network Issues

2009

Sterling Education Services, Inc. Employee Privacy in the Workplace

Languages

English

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