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Susan Elizabeth McGrath, Insurance Attorney in St Paul, Minnesota

Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance and Litigation

St Paul, MN

Practicing insurance in St Paul since 1985.

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Susan Elizabeth McGrath is an attorney based in St. Paul, MN. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Susan has over 41 years of legal experience.

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St. Paul, MN
Experience
over 41 years
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Insurance · Litigation
  • Handles Insurance and Litigation matters from St. Paul, MN.
  • Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Susan Elizabeth McGrath: Susan Elizabeth McGrath is an attorney based in St. Paul, MN. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Susan has over 41 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Susan takes on

Susan concentrates on insurance and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Insurance cases in St Paul, Minnesota

Susan takes insurance matters in St Paul, Minnesota. 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.

Litigation cases in St Paul, Minnesota

Susan takes litigation matters in St Paul, Minnesota. 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

Meet Susan Elizabeth McGrath — insurance lawyer in St Paul

Susan Elizabeth McGrath is an attorney based in St. Paul, MN. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Susan has over 41 years of legal experience.

Atty. Susan Elizabeth McGrath is a lawyer practicing products liability litigation, insurance litigation. Susan received a B.A. degree from Lawrence University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years. Susan practices in St. Paul, MN.

Working with Susan on a insurance matter

Atty. Susan Elizabeth McGrath is a lawyer practicing products liability litigation, insurance litigation. Susan received a B.A. degree from Lawrence University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years. Susan practices in St. Paul, MN.

Clients Susan works with

Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance and litigation matters in St Paul and the surrounding Minnesota area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Wisconsin

    J.D. · 1985

  • Lawrence University

    B.A. · 1981

Jurisdictions

Susan's state bar admissions

  • Wisconsin

    1985 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1985 · ACTIVE

  • Minnesota

    1985 · ACTIVE

Susan studied at J.D. in University of Wisconsin and B.A. in Lawrence University.

Law school and academic background

Susan completed J.D. in University of Wisconsin and B.A. in Lawrence University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Susan Elizabeth McGrath's office in St. Paul

Susan's primary office is at 1515 Osceola Ave, St. Paul, MN, 55105-2322. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1515 Osceola Ave

St. Paul, MN 55105-2322

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Hiring guide

How to hire Susan Elizabeth McGrath — 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 St Paul, Minnesota

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 Elizabeth McGrath

  • 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 Minnesota 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 St Paul?

    Susan is licensed in Minnesota. Matters governed by Minnesota 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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