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Susan L. "Sue" Abbott, General Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

focused on General, Tax, and Trusts

Boston, MA

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Susan L. "Sue" Abbott is an attorney based in Boston, MASSACHUSETTS. The practice focuses on General, Tax, and Trusts.

Based in
Boston, MASSACHUSETTS
Experience
attorney
Known for
General · Tax · Trusts
  • Handles General, Tax, and Trusts matters from Boston, MASSACHUSETTS.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law (2026).

About Susan L. "Sue" Abbott: Susan L. "Sue" Abbott is an attorney based in Boston, MASSACHUSETTS. The practice focuses on General, Tax, and Trusts.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Susan takes on

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

General cases in Boston, Massachusetts

Susan takes general matters in Boston, Massachusetts. 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.

Tax cases in Boston, Massachusetts

Susan takes tax matters in Boston, Massachusetts. 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.

Trusts cases in Boston, Massachusetts

Susan takes trusts matters in Boston, Massachusetts. 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. "Sue" Abbott — general lawyer in Boston

Susan L. "Sue" Abbott is an attorney based in Boston, MASSACHUSETTS. The practice focuses on General, Tax, and Trusts.

Sue Abbott, a partner in Goodwin’s Trusts & Estate Planning practice, is the chair of the firm’s Exempt Organization group, former chair of the firm's Higher Education practice, and a member of the firm's Impact and Responsible Investing practice. She focuses her practice on tax-exempt organizations, probate and trust law, and estate planning, with a particular emphasis on charitable planning. She advises tax-exempt organizations on issues related to their formation, operations and planned giving programs.

Ms. Abbott has been recognized as a New England Super Lawyer and as a ”Top Woman of Law” by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly. She has also received the Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly’s Excellence in Pro Bono Award.

How Susan handles general matters

Sue Abbott, a partner in Goodwin’s Trusts & Estate Planning practice, is the chair of the firm’s Exempt Organization group, former chair of the firm's Higher Education practice, and a member of the firm's Impact and Responsible Investing practice. She focuses her practice on tax-exempt organizations, probate and trust law, and estate planning, with a particular emphasis on charitable planning.…

Who Susan represents

Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, tax, and trusts matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Duke University

    J.D. · 1994

  • Duke University

    M.A. · 1994

  • Duke University

    J.D. · 1994

  • Williams College

    B.A. · 1990

Jurisdictions

Susan's state bar admissions

  • District of Columbia

    ACTIVE

  • Massachusetts, Massa

    ACTIVE

Susan studied at J.D. in Duke University, M.A. in Duke University, and J.D. in Duke University.

Law school and academic background

Susan completed J.D. in Duke University, M.A. in Duke University, J.D. in Duke University, and B.A. in Williams College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Susan has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Education Law

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Education Law (2026).

Locations

Susan L. "Sue" Abbott's office in Boston

Susan's primary office is at 100 Northern Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts, 02210. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

100 Northern Avenue

Boston, Massachusetts 02210

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Hiring guide

How to hire Susan L. "Sue" Abbott — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new general 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 general attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 general practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every general 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 general practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Susan L. "Sue" Abbott

  • How much does it cost to hire Susan for a general 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 general attorneys offer free consults — check Susan's current terms during booking.

  • How long do general cases in Massachusetts typically take?

    Simple general 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 Boston?

    Susan is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts 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 general 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

General attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts

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