Susan Bruhnke, Insurance Attorney in Gulfport, Mississippi
Over 27 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance and Workers Comp
Gulfport, MS
Practicing insurance in Gulfport since 1999.
- 27+
- Years practicing
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Susan Bruhnke is an attorney based in Gulfport, MISSISSIPPI. The practice focuses on Insurance and Workers Comp. Susan has over 27 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Gulfport, MISSISSIPPI
- Experience
- over 27 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Workers Comp
- Handles Insurance and Workers Comp matters from Gulfport, MISSISSIPPI.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026).
About Susan Bruhnke: Susan Bruhnke is an attorney based in Gulfport, MISSISSIPPI. The practice focuses on Insurance and Workers Comp. Susan has over 27 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Susan's practice areas in Gulfport
Susan concentrates on insurance and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance cases in Gulfport, Mississippi
Susan takes insurance matters in Gulfport, Mississippi. 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.
Workers Comp cases in Gulfport, Mississippi
Susan takes workers comp matters in Gulfport, Mississippi. 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
Susan Bruhnke, insurance attorney serving Gulfport
Susan Bruhnke is an attorney based in Gulfport, MISSISSIPPI. The practice focuses on Insurance and Workers Comp. Susan has over 27 years of legal experience. Susan works from Gulfport, Mississippi and takes on insurance matters across the region.
Susan F. E. Bruhnke resolves clients’ legal issues efficiently and effectively, focusing on cost-effective solutions and high-quality representation delivered with integrity and respect. Her practice centers on workers’ compensation defense in Mississippi, Alabama, and under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, along with insurance defense litigation. Licensed in Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, and Texas, she is also active in several professional legal associations.
Learn more about Susan’s practice: https://gallowaylawfirm.com/lawyer/bruhnke-susan-f/
Working with Susan on a insurance matter
Susan F. E. Bruhnke resolves clients’ legal issues efficiently and effectively, focusing on cost-effective solutions and high-quality representation delivered with integrity and respect. Her practice centers on workers’ compensation defense in Mississippi, Alabama, and under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, along with insurance defense litigation. Licensed in Mississippi,…
Who Susan represents
Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance and workers comp matters in Gulfport and the surrounding Mississippi area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Susan studied and practices
University of Mississippi
J.D.
University of South Alabama
B.A.
Jurisdictions
Susan's state bar admissions
Tennessee, Tennessee
ACTIVE
Texas, State Bar of
2023 · ACTIVE
Alabama, Alabama Sta
2022 · ACTIVE
Mississippi, The Mis
1999 · ACTIVE
Susan studied at J.D. in University of Mississippi and B.A. in University of South Alabama.
Law school and academic background
Susan completed J.D. in University of Mississippi and B.A. in University of South Alabama. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in Mississippi is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Susan's legal honors and published work
Susan has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Employers (2026).
Locations
Susan Bruhnke's office in Gulfport
Susan's primary office is at 2510 Fourteenth Street, Suite 1010, Gulfport, Mississippi, 39501. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Susan Bruhnke — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance 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 insurance attorney in Gulfport, Mississippi
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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 insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Susan Bruhnke
How much does it cost to hire Susan for a insurance 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 insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Susan's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Mississippi typically take?
Simple insurance 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 Gulfport?
Susan is licensed in Mississippi. Matters governed by Mississippi 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 insurance 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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