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Susan has a background in employment law and general civil litigation, and continues to represent clients in these areas.
Originally from Kettle Falls, Washington, Susan graduated from Whitman College in Walla Walla, Washington, earning her Bachelor of Arts degree in History, with a Minor in Mandarin Chinese. During college, Susan spent a year abroad studying Mandarin Chinese in Tai Zhong, Tai Wan and Bei Jing, China.
Susan attended law school at Case Western Reserve School of Law in Cleveland, Ohio, where she earned a concentration in Patent, Software, Copyright and Technology law. During law school Susan clerked for Judge K.J. Montgomery in Cleveland, Ohio for two years. Susan is admitted to practice in the State and Federal courts of Washington and the State courts of Oregon.
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Chat withState: Oregon
Acquired: 2007
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State: Washington
Acquired: 2004
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N. 111 Post St., Ste 300, Spokane, WA, 99201-0705
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Posted by Scott | March 10, 2015 | Employment & Labor
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 ...
Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
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...
Posted by Heidi | January 22, 2015 | Wrongful Termination
Professional, Knowledgeable, and Committed to her Clients
My husband and I spent 2 1/2 years of our life with Susan Nelson and her colleagues at Dunn Black & Roberts. I will be forever grateful for their efforts to regain my reputation and dignity. Specifically, my case focused on my wrongful termination in violation of WLAD and Tortious Interference by a...
Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2009 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent organization and communication of pertinent data
Susan was capable of taking 5 boxes of data, an organized outline of 18 months of litigation, and some verbal coaching and turn it into a well written to the point summary judgement and orchestrated a mediation which was well handled.
"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."
"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."
"Susan is a sharp, intelligent, knowledgeable and conscientious lawyer. I have and will continue to refer cases to her with absolutely no reservation."
"Ms. Nelson represents her clients well. She is knowledgeable. She has great research and writing skills. I endorse her work."
"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."
"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."
"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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Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2021
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2020
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2019
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2018
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2017
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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
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2004
Certificate of Concentration in Law, Technology & the Arts, Case Western Reserve University School of Law
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
2016 - Present
Spokane County United WayBoard 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
2016 - 2018
Washington State Bar Association, Litigation SectionExecutive Committee Member
Confidential Settlement
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Complaint was successfully dismissed
Appellate Court re-instated jury verdict.
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Confidential Settlement
Judgment against Washington State
2004
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1992
Certificate
1991
Summer Study Program in Tai Zhong
2018
Washington State's New Sick Leave Law
2015
Sexual, Racial, and Other Harassment and Discrimination
2014
Background Checks & Hiring Decisions
2012
Million Dollar Verdicts
2012
Social Network Issues
2011
Social Network Issues
2009
Employee Privacy in the Workplace
2015
2011
2009
English