Susan Marija Burns, ADR Attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Over 45 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Contracts
Member
Minneapolis, MN
Practicing adr in Minneapolis since 1981.
- 45+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Susan Marija Burns is a member based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Contracts. Susan has over 45 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Minneapolis, MN
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Contracts
- Handles ADR, Business, and Contracts matters from Minneapolis, MN.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Susan Marija Burns: Susan Marija Burns is a member based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Contracts. Susan has over 45 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Susan takes on
Susan concentrates on adr, business, contracts, criminal defense, and formation. 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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Business
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Contracts
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Criminal Defense
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Formation
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ADR cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Susan takes adr matters in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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.
Business cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Susan takes business matters in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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.
Contracts cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Susan takes contracts matters in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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.
Criminal Defense cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Susan takes criminal defense matters in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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.
Formation cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Susan takes formation matters in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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 Marija Burns — adr lawyer in Minneapolis
Susan Marija Burns is a member based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Contracts. Susan has over 45 years of legal experience.
Susan Marija Burns is a lawyer practicing litigation, business, arbitration and 4 other areas of law. Susan received a B.A. degree from College of St. Benedict in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years. Susan practices in Minneapolis, MN.
Working with Susan on a adr matter
Susan Marija Burns is a lawyer practicing litigation, business, arbitration and 4 other areas of law. Susan received a B.A. degree from College of St. Benedict in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years. Susan practices in Minneapolis, MN.
Who Susan represents
Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and contracts matters in Minneapolis and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Hamline University
J.D. · 1981
College of St. Benedict
B.A. College · 1977
Jurisdictions
Susan's state bar admissions
Minnesota
1981 · ACTIVE
Susan studied at J.D. in Hamline University and B.A. College in College of St. Benedict.
Law school and academic background
Susan completed J.D. in Hamline University and B.A. College in College of St. Benedict. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Susan Marija Burns's office in Minneapolis
Susan's primary office is at 2925 Dean Parkway, Minneapolis, MN, 55416. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Susan Marija Burns — 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 Minneapolis, Minnesota
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 Marija Burns
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 Minnesota 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 Minneapolis?
Susan is licensed in Minnesota. Matters governed by Minnesota 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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