Susan M. Oberlies, Insurance Attorney in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance and Litigation
Fort Washington, PA
Practicing insurance in Fort Washington since 1994.
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Susan M. Oberlies is an attorney based in Fort Washington, PA. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Susan has over 32 years of legal experience.
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- Fort Washington, PA
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- over 32 years
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- Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Insurance and Litigation matters from Fort Washington, PA.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Susan M. Oberlies: Susan M. Oberlies is an attorney based in Fort Washington, PA. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Susan has over 32 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Susan M. Oberlies
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 Fort Washington, Pennsylvania
Susan takes insurance matters in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania. 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 Fort Washington, Pennsylvania
Susan takes litigation matters in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania. 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
About Susan M. Oberlies — Over 32 years of Pennsylvania insurance experience
Susan M. Oberlies is an attorney based in Fort Washington, PA. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Susan has over 32 years of legal experience.
Susan M. Oberlies is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, insurance coverage, litigation and 1 other area of law. Susan received a B.S. degree from St. Joseph's University in 1986, and has been licensed for 32 years. Susan practices in Fort Washington, PA.
Working with Susan on a insurance matter
Susan M. Oberlies is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, insurance coverage, litigation and 1 other area of law. Susan received a B.S. degree from St. Joseph's University in 1986, and has been licensed for 32 years. Susan practices in Fort Washington, PA.
Clients Susan works with
Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance and litigation matters in Fort Washington and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Susan M. Oberlies's legal education and bar admissions
Widener University School of Law
J.D. · 1994
St. Joseph's University
B.S. · 1986
Jurisdictions
Susan's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1994 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1994 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1994 · ACTIVE
Susan studied at J.D. in Widener University School of Law and B.S. in St. Joseph's University.
Law school and academic background
Susan completed J.D. in Widener University School of Law and B.S. in St. Joseph's University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Susan M. Oberlies's office in Fort Washington
Susan's primary office is at 601 Office Center Dr, Fort Washington, PA, 19034-3232. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Susan M. Oberlies — 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 Fort Washington, Pennsylvania
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 M. Oberlies
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 Pennsylvania 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 Fort Washington?
Susan is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania 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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