Susan Sherard Harper, Citizenship Attorney in Greenbelt, Maryland
Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on Citizenship and Immigration
Greenbelt, MD
Practicing citizenship in Greenbelt since 1989.
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Susan Sherard Harper is an attorney based in Greenbelt, MD. The practice focuses on Citizenship and Immigration. Susan has over 37 years of legal experience.
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- Greenbelt, MD
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- over 37 years
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- Citizenship · Immigration
- Handles Citizenship and Immigration matters from Greenbelt, MD.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Susan Sherard Harper: Susan Sherard Harper is an attorney based in Greenbelt, MD. The practice focuses on Citizenship and Immigration. Susan has over 37 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Susan Sherard Harper
Susan concentrates on citizenship and immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Citizenship cases in Greenbelt, Maryland
Susan takes citizenship matters in Greenbelt, Maryland. 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.
Immigration cases in Greenbelt, Maryland
Susan takes immigration matters in Greenbelt, Maryland. 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 Sherard Harper — Over 37 years of Maryland citizenship experience
Susan Sherard Harper is an attorney based in Greenbelt, MD. The practice focuses on Citizenship and Immigration. Susan has over 37 years of legal experience.
Susan Sherard Harper is a lawyer practicing immigration and naturalization. Susan received a B.A. degree from Northeast Louisiana University in 1979, and has been licensed for 37 years. Susan practices in Greenbelt, MD.
Susan's approach to citizenship cases
Susan Sherard Harper is a lawyer practicing immigration and naturalization. Susan received a B.A. degree from Northeast Louisiana University in 1979, and has been licensed for 37 years. Susan practices in Greenbelt, MD.
The kind of cases Susan takes
Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for citizenship and immigration matters in Greenbelt and the surrounding Maryland area.
Credentials
Susan Sherard Harper's legal education and bar admissions
Fordham University School of Law
J.D. · 1989
Northeast Louisiana University
B.A. · 1979
Jurisdictions
Susan's state bar admissions
Louisiana
1989 · ACTIVE
Susan studied at J.D. in Fordham University School of Law and B.A. in Northeast Louisiana University.
Law school and academic background
Susan completed J.D. in Fordham University School of Law and B.A. in Northeast Louisiana University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in Maryland is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Susan Sherard Harper's office in Greenbelt
Susan's primary office is at 7907 Mandan Rd Apt 302, Greenbelt, MD, 20770-2810. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Susan Sherard Harper — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new citizenship 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 citizenship attorney in Greenbelt, Maryland
A short list to run through before you commit: How many citizenship 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 citizenship practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every citizenship 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 citizenship practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Susan Sherard Harper
How much does it cost to hire Susan for a citizenship 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 citizenship attorneys offer free consults — check Susan's current terms during booking.
How long do citizenship cases in Maryland typically take?
Simple citizenship 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 Greenbelt?
Susan is licensed in Maryland. Matters governed by Maryland 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 citizenship 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
Citizenship attorneys serving Greenbelt, Baltimore and Annapolis in Maryland
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