Susan A. Wuchinich

Susan A. Wuchinich

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 37 years

Employee benefits Lawyer at Alexandria, VA
Practice Areas: Employee Benefits, Employment & Labor, Contracts & Agreements, Uncontested Divorce

8305 Route 1, Alexandria, VA

About Susan

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Employee Benefits 50%

Advise and represent employee claimants in unemployment appeals in Virginia. For specific assistance, please contact me at 703-910-2691 or by email.

16 years | 90 cases

50%
Employment and Labor 48%

Counsel employees on minimum wage and overtime and other wage payment claims

16 years | 40 cases

48%
Contracts and Agreements 1%

Review employment severance agreements.

11 years | 8 cases

1%
Uncontested Divorce 1%

Handle simple uncontested divorce cases in Fairfax County, Virginia

11 years | 5 cases

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 13 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2012

Emeritus

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 22 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2003

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 23 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2002

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 37 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1988

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Susan A. Wuchinich

8305 Route 1, Alexandria, VA

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Susan A. Wuchinich's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

5 star (12)
4 star (0)
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Posted by anonymous | August 6, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

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

Helped me win unemployment benefits against the odds

I had a fact-finding hearing to prove that I had quit my job with "good cause," in this case health reasons. It is very hard to win these cases, but Susan's guidance was both strategic and encouraging. I dug in deep, and had a solid interview. I submitted one final paper from my doctor at VEC's reque...st and benefits were granted. A life-changing outcome. I'm very grateful and would recommend her without reservation.

Posted by Margaret | March 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

She Is Amazing

Susan was extremely helpful to me in my unemployment claim in 2018. She helped me win my case when i thought that there was no hope. She is very dedicated to her clients and responds back to you within minutes. She is very warm and caring person. I am so glad that she represented me and I will recomm...end her to everyone I know.

Posted by Sandra | April 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Wonderful to have her on my side

She was extremely thourough and knew what I needed to overcome this case. She’s well knowledges about all laws and procedures! Would recommend her to anyone. She’s dedicated and is a diligent hardworking lawyer.

Posted by Tina | July 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Detailed Service

I had a complicated case that required someone who genuinely focused their attention on the details. Susan was really nice and very focused.

Posted by Donald | April 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptionally qualified

I was referred to Attorney Susan Wuchinich when I applied through Legal Services of Northern Virginia for help with an Unemployment Appeal made by my former employer. Susan was well qualified and never made me feel inferior or without merit. She understood my position and showed warmth in helping me ...to prepare an outline of my workplace duties and to present my case clearly and concisely during my telephone appeal with VEC. I would highly recommend her for unemployment law cases as she has an extensive background in the legal arena and will prove to be a worthy opponent in making sure her clients receive a fair and equitable outcome for their respective case.

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Susan A. Wuchinich's Lawyer Endorsements

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Da Nikka Stephens Huss

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Jun 18

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"I am consistently impressed by the level of expertise and dedication shown on Avvo. The detailed and thoughtful advice provided demonstrates a deep understanding of the law and a genuine commitment to helping others. The time and effort spent answering questions and offering guidance are truly commendable. I wholeheartedly endorse this attorney for their exceptional contributions to the Avvo community."

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Sharon Gustafson

Employment and labor lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is knowledgeable and dedicated to her clients."

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Rachel London

Employee benefits lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jan Hoen

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Susan gives good answers to questions and is knowledgeable in the field of employment law."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Lloyd Pont

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Sheri Abrams

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Top Contributor Award, AVVO

2017

Top Contributor Award, AVVO

2016

Top Contributor Award, AVVO

2015

Chief Justice Harry L. Carrico Pro Bono Award, Legal Services of Northern Virginia

2015

Top Contributor Award, AVVO

2014

Top Contributor Award, AVVO

2013

Top Contributor Award, AVVO

2010

Significant Contribution to Fair Labor Standards Act Supplement, The American Bar Association Labor and Employment Law Section and BNA Books

N/A

Americian Jurisprudence Award in Labor Law, Lawyers Co-operative Publishing Company

N/A

American Jurisprudence Awards for Excellence in Business Assoc., Lawyers Co-operative Publishing Company

N/A

Who's Who in American Law, Marquis's Who's Who In American Law

N/A

Who's Who of American Women, Marquis's Who's Who of American Women

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Pro Bono Attorney, Legal Services of Northern Virginia

1992 - 2007

Attorney, US Department of Veterans Affairs

1990 - 1992

Attorney, US Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims

1977 - 1990

Wage and Hour Investigator, US Department of Labor

1974 - 1977

Community Organizer/Paralegal, Volunteer in Service to America (VISTA) now AMERICORPS

Associations

National Employment Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Attorney Member

Phi Delta Phi

Attorney Member

2005 - 2009

Federal American Inn of Court

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

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Favorable to claimant

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Favorable to Claimant

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Education

2003

George Washington University National Law Center

LL.M - Master of Laws with Honors

1988

Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law

JD with Honors

1973

Columbia University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2016

ABA Labor and Employment Law Section The Fair Labor Standards Act, Cumulative Supplement

2015

ABA Labor and Employment Law Section The Fair Labor Standards Act, Cumulative Supplement

2014

ABA Labor and Employment Law Section The Fair Labor Standards Act, Cumulative Supplement

2011

ABA Labor and Employment Law Section The Fair Labor Standards Act, Cumulative Supplement

2010

ABA Labor and Employment Law Section The Fair Labor Standards Act, Cumulative Supplement

2009

ABA Labor and Employment Law Section The Fair Labor Standards Act, Cumulative Supplement

2008

ABA Labor and Employment Law Section The Fair Labor Standards Act, Cumulative Supplement

2007

ABA Labor and Employment Law Section The Fair Labor Standards Act, Cumulative Supplement

2006

ABA Labor and Employment Law Section The Fair Labor Standards Act, Cumulative Supplement

Languages

English

Activity

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