Susan Kay Jankite, ADR Attorney in Lakewood, Ohio
Over 27 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Family Law, and Juvenile
MemberatSusan K. Jankite
Lakewood, OH
Practicing adr in Lakewood since 1999.
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Susan Kay Jankite is a member based in Lakewood, OH. The practice focuses on ADR, Family Law, and Juvenile. Susan has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Susan K. Jankite.
- Based in
- Lakewood, OH
- Experience
- over 27 years
- Known for
- ADR · Family Law · Juvenile
- Handles ADR, Family Law, and Juvenile matters from Lakewood, OH.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Susan Kay Jankite: Susan Kay Jankite is a member based in Lakewood, OH. The practice focuses on ADR, Family Law, and Juvenile. Susan has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Susan K. Jankite.
Areas of practice
Susan's practice areas in Lakewood
Susan concentrates on adr, family law, juvenile, and probate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Juvenile
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Probate
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ADR cases in Lakewood, Ohio
Susan takes adr matters in Lakewood, Ohio. 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.
Family Law cases in Lakewood, Ohio
Susan takes family law matters in Lakewood, Ohio. 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.
Juvenile cases in Lakewood, Ohio
Susan takes juvenile matters in Lakewood, Ohio. 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 Lakewood, Ohio
Susan takes probate matters in Lakewood, Ohio. 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 Kay Jankite, adr attorney serving Lakewood
Susan Kay Jankite is a member based in Lakewood, OH. The practice focuses on ADR, Family Law, and Juvenile. Susan has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Susan K. Jankite. Susan works from Lakewood, Ohio and takes on adr matters across the region.
Susan Kay Jankite is a lawyer practicing family law, domestic relations, probate and 3 other areas of law. Susan received a B.A. degree from Pan American University in 1984, and has been licensed for 27 years. Susan practices at Susan K. Jankite in Lakewood, OH.
Susan's approach to adr cases
Susan Kay Jankite is a lawyer practicing family law, domestic relations, probate and 3 other areas of law. Susan received a B.A. degree from Pan American University in 1984, and has been licensed for 27 years. Susan practices at Susan K. Jankite in Lakewood, OH.
Clients Susan works with
Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, family law, and juvenile matters in Lakewood and the surrounding Ohio area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Susan studied and practices
Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
J.D. · 1999
Pan American University
B.A. · 1984
Jurisdictions
Susan's state bar admissions
Ohio
1999 · ACTIVE
Susan studied at J.D. in Cleveland-Marshall College of Law and B.A. in Pan American University.
Law school and academic background
Susan completed J.D. in Cleveland-Marshall College of Law and B.A. in Pan American University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in Ohio is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Susan's professional memberships and bar associations
Cuyahoga County and Ohio State Bar Associations
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Locations
Susan Kay Jankite's office in Lakewood
Susan's primary office is at 1253 Arlington Rd., Lakewood, OH, 44107. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Susan Kay Jankite — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr 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 adr attorney in Lakewood, Ohio
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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 adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Susan Kay Jankite
How much does it cost to hire Susan for a adr 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 adr attorneys offer free consults — check Susan's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Ohio typically take?
Simple adr 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 Lakewood?
Susan is licensed in Ohio. Matters governed by Ohio 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 adr 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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