Susan Behlke Foley, Business Attorney in Anchorage, Alaska
Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Estate Planning, and Probate · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatFoley And Foley
Anchorage, AK
Practicing business in Anchorage since 1980.
- 46+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Susan Behlke Foley is a member based in Anchorage, AK. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Probate. Susan has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Foley And Foley. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Anchorage, AK
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- Business · Estate Planning · Probate
- Handles Business, Estate Planning, and Probate matters from Anchorage, AK.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Susan Behlke Foley: Susan Behlke Foley is a member based in Anchorage, AK. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Probate. Susan has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Foley And Foley. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Susan Behlke Foley
Susan concentrates on business, estate planning, and probate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Estate Planning
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Probate
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Business cases in Anchorage, Alaska
Susan takes business matters in Anchorage, Alaska. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Susan agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Anchorage, Alaska
Susan takes estate planning matters in Anchorage, Alaska. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Susan agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Anchorage, Alaska
Susan takes probate matters in Anchorage, Alaska. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Susan agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Susan Behlke Foley — Over 46 years of Alaska business experience
Susan Behlke Foley is a member based in Anchorage, AK. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Probate. Susan has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Foley And Foley. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Ms. Susan Behlke Foley is a lawyer practicing estate planning & probate law, business. Susan received a B.A. degree from Whitman College in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years. Susan practices at Foley & Foley in Anchorage, AK.
Working with Susan on a business matter
Ms. Susan Behlke Foley is a lawyer practicing estate planning & probate law, business. Susan received a B.A. degree from Whitman College in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years. Susan practices at Foley & Foley in Anchorage, AK.
Clients Susan works with
Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, estate planning, and probate matters in Anchorage and the surrounding Alaska area.
Credentials
Susan Behlke Foley's legal education and bar admissions
Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College
J.D. · 1980
Whitman College
B.A. · 1977
Jurisdictions
Susan's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1982 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1981 · ACTIVE
Alaska
1980 · ACTIVE
Susan studied at J.D. in Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College and B.A. in Whitman College.
Law school and academic background
Susan completed J.D. in Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College and B.A. in Whitman College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in Alaska is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Susan Behlke Foley
Susan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Susan's professional memberships and bar associations
Anchorage, Alaska, and American Bar Associations
membership
Esperti Peterson Institute
bar_fellowship
Locations
Susan Behlke Foley's office in Anchorage
Susan's primary office is at 11001 O'Malley Centre Dr., Ste. 201, Anchorage, AK, 99515. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Susan Behlke Foley — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Susan. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Anchorage.
5.0
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How to hire Susan Behlke Foley — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Susan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Susan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Susan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Susan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Anchorage, Alaska
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Susan
Susan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Susan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Susan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Susan Behlke Foley
How much does it cost to hire Susan for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Susan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Susan offer a free consultation?
Susan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Susan's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Susan's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Alaska typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Susan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Susan take my case if I'm outside Anchorage?
Susan is licensed in Alaska. Matters governed by Alaska law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Susan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Susan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Susan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Susan accepting new business clients right now?
Susan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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