Susan Mary Spraul, Bankruptcy Attorney in St Louis, Missouri
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Bankruptcy, Business, and Chapter 11
St Louis, MO
Practicing bankruptcy in St Louis since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Susan Mary Spraul is an attorney based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Chapter 11. Susan has over 36 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- St. Louis, MO
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Bankruptcy · Business · Chapter 11
- Handles Bankruptcy, Business, and Chapter 11 matters from St. Louis, MO.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Susan Mary Spraul: Susan Mary Spraul is an attorney based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Chapter 11. Susan has over 36 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Susan takes on
Susan concentrates on bankruptcy, business, chapter 11, commercial re, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Bankruptcy
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Business
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Chapter 11
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Commercial RE
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General
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Bankruptcy cases in St Louis, Missouri
Susan takes bankruptcy matters in St Louis, Missouri. 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 St Louis, Missouri
Susan takes business matters in St Louis, Missouri. 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.
Chapter 11 cases in St Louis, Missouri
Susan takes chapter 11 matters in St Louis, Missouri. 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.
Commercial RE cases in St Louis, Missouri
Susan takes commercial re matters in St Louis, Missouri. 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 St Louis, Missouri
Susan takes general matters in St Louis, Missouri. 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 Mary Spraul — bankruptcy lawyer in St Louis
Susan Mary Spraul is an attorney based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Chapter 11. Susan has over 36 years of legal experience.
Susan Mary Spraul is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, chapter 11, commercial insolvency and 6 other areas of law. Susan Mary received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri at Columbia in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years. Susan Mary practices in St. Louis, MO.
Susan's approach to bankruptcy cases
Susan Mary Spraul is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, chapter 11, commercial insolvency and 6 other areas of law. Susan Mary received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri at Columbia in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years. Susan Mary practices in St. Louis, MO.
Clients Susan works with
Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy, business, and chapter 11 matters in St Louis and the surrounding Missouri area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
J.D. · 1990
University of Missouri at Columbia
B.A. · 1987
Jurisdictions
Susan's state bar admissions
Missouri
1991 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1991 · ACTIVE
North Carolina (inac
1990 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1990 · ACTIVE
Susan studied at J.D. in University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and B.A. in University of Missouri at Columbia.
Law school and academic background
Susan completed J.D. in University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and B.A. in University of Missouri at Columbia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Susan Mary Spraul's office in St. Louis
Susan's primary office is at 111 South Tenth Street, 5th Floor North, St. Louis, MO, 63102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Susan Mary Spraul — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new bankruptcy 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 bankruptcy attorney in St Louis, Missouri
A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy 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 bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every bankruptcy 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 bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Susan Mary Spraul
How much does it cost to hire Susan for a bankruptcy 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 bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Susan's current terms during booking.
How long do bankruptcy cases in Missouri typically take?
Simple bankruptcy 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 St Louis?
Susan is licensed in Missouri. Matters governed by Missouri 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 bankruptcy 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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