Susan L. England, Contracts Attorney in San Diego, California
Over 64 years of legal practice · focused on Contracts, General, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatEngland Ponticello & St. Clair
San Diego, CA
Practicing contracts in San Diego since 1962.
- 64+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Susan L. England is a member based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Contracts, General, and Litigation. Susan has over 64 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at England Ponticello & St. Clair. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- San Diego, CA
- Experience
- over 64 years
- Known for
- Contracts · General · Litigation
- Handles Contracts, General, and Litigation matters from San Diego, CA.
- Over 64 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Susan L. England: Susan L. England is a member based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Contracts, General, and Litigation. Susan has over 64 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at England Ponticello & St. Clair. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Susan takes on
Susan concentrates on contracts, general, litigation, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Contracts
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General
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Litigation
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Workers Comp
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Contracts cases in San Diego, California
Susan takes contracts matters in San Diego, California. 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.
General cases in San Diego, California
Susan takes general matters in San Diego, California. 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 San Diego, California
Susan takes litigation matters in San Diego, California. 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 San Diego, California
Susan takes workers comp matters in San Diego, California. 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 L. England — contracts lawyer in San Diego
Susan L. England is a member based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Contracts, General, and Litigation. Susan has over 64 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at England Ponticello & St. Clair. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Susan L. England is a lawyer practicing general practice, defense of workers compensation claims, defense of employers and insurance companies in workers' compensation and 4 other areas of law. Susan received a A.B. degree from University of Southern California in 1958, and has been licensed for 64 years. Susan practices at England Ponticello & St. Clair in San Diego, CA.
Susan's approach to contracts cases
Susan L. England is a lawyer practicing general practice, defense of workers compensation claims, defense of employers and insurance companies in workers' compensation and 4 other areas of law. Susan received a A.B. degree from University of Southern California in 1958, and has been licensed for 64 years. Susan practices at England Ponticello & St. Clair in San Diego, CA.
The kind of cases Susan takes
Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for contracts, general, and litigation matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Southern California
J.D. · 1961
University of Southern California
A.B. · 1958
Jurisdictions
Susan's state bar admissions
Washington
1975 · ACTIVE
California
1962 · ACTIVE
Susan studied at J.D. in University of Southern California and A.B. in University of Southern California.
Law school and academic background
Susan completed J.D. in University of Southern California and A.B. in University of Southern California. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
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
Washington State Bar Association State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Susan L. England's office in San Diego
Susan's primary office is at 701 B St., Ste. 1790, San Diego, CA, 92101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Susan L. England — 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 contracts attorneys in San Diego.
5.0
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How to hire Susan L. England — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new contracts 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 contracts attorney in San Diego, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many contracts 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 contracts practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every contracts 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 contracts practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Susan L. England
How much does it cost to hire Susan for a contracts 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 contracts attorneys offer free consults — check Susan's current terms during booking.
How long do contracts cases in California typically take?
Simple contracts 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 San Diego?
Susan is licensed in California. Matters governed by California 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 contracts 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
Contracts attorneys serving San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Susan handles contracts matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified contracts attorneys in that community.
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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