Susan Marie Hamilton — Attorney in Brea, California
Over 32 years of legal practice
Brea, CA
Practicing law in Brea since 1994.
- 32+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Susan Marie Hamilton is an attorney based in Brea, CA. Susan has over 32 years of legal experience.
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- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Susan Marie Hamilton: Susan Marie Hamilton is an attorney based in Brea, CA. Susan has over 32 years of legal experience.
Biography
Meet Susan Marie Hamilton — legal lawyer in Brea
Susan Marie Hamilton is an attorney based in Brea, CA. Susan has over 32 years of legal experience.
Susan Marie Hamilton is a lawyer. Susan received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1986, and has been licensed for 32 years. Susan practices in Brea, CA.
Who Susan represents
Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in Brea and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Loyola Marymount University
J.D. · 1993
University of California at Santa Barbara
B.A. · 1986
Jurisdictions
Susan's state bar admissions
California
1994 · ACTIVE
Susan studied at J.D. in Loyola Marymount University and B.A. in University of California at Santa Barbara.
Law school and academic background
Susan completed J.D. in Loyola Marymount University and B.A. in University of California at Santa Barbara. 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.
Affiliations
Susan's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Susan Marie Hamilton's office in Brea
Susan's primary office is at 555 W Imperial Hwy, Brea, CA, 92821-4802. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Susan Marie Hamilton — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new legal 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 legal attorney in Brea, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal 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 legal practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every legal 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 legal practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Susan Marie Hamilton
How much does it cost to hire Susan for a legal 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 legal attorneys offer free consults — check Susan's current terms during booking.
How long do legal cases in California typically take?
Simple legal 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 Brea?
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 legal clients right now?
Susan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
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