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Susan W. Furr, Employment Attorney in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

focused on Employment and Litigation

Baton Rouge, LA

Trusted employment attorney serving Baton Rouge.

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Susan W. Furr is an attorney based in Baton Rouge, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

Based in
Baton Rouge, LOUISIANA
Experience
attorney
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Employment · Litigation
  • Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Baton Rouge, LOUISIANA.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Baton Rouge) (2025).

About Susan W. Furr: Susan W. Furr is an attorney based in Baton Rouge, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Susan takes on

Susan concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Susan takes employment matters in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. 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 Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Susan takes litigation matters in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. 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 W. Furr — employment lawyer in Baton Rouge

Susan W. Furr is an attorney based in Baton Rouge, LOUISIANA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

Susie Furr practices in the area of labor and employment law. Her concentration is in employment litigation, employment counseling, and business litigation.

Ms. Furr’s practice covers the wide array of issues that arise in the employment context. She routinely counsels employers regarding compliance with applicable federal and state employment laws, including Title VII, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Equal Pay Act, The Fair Labor Standards Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, as well as state laws involving wages, non-competition, leave, discrimination and retaliation. Ms. Furr also counsels employers in the preparation and review of employment contracts, severance agreements, and employee policies.

Ms. Furr represents clients in federal and state litigation, as well as in administrative proceedings before the EEOC. She has defended lawsuits involving wages, retaliation, workplace harassment, and discrimination claims based on age, gender, disability, race, national origin, and religion. She has also represented clients in litigation involving other forms of business disputes. Her client representation has spanned many industries, including construction, public utilities, package and freight delivery, financial services, fueling, gaming, industrial equipment, insurance, real estate, retail, software/technology, educational institutions and governmental agencies.

Ms. Furr serves as the practice coordinator of the Baton Rouge employment law group. She often speaks on behalf of management interests on employment related topics and frequently provides training to local and national clients on compliance issues under federal and state law.

Working with Susan on a employment matter

Susie Furr practices in the area of labor and employment law. Her concentration is in employment litigation, employment counseling, and business litigation. Ms. Furr’s practice covers the wide array of issues that arise in the employment context. She routinely counsels employers regarding compliance with applicable federal and state employment laws, including Title VII, the Age Discrimination in…

Who Susan represents

Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Baton Rouge and the surrounding Louisiana area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Louisiana State University

    J.D. · 1989

  • Louisiana State University

    BA · 1986

Jurisdictions

Susan's state bar admissions

  • Louisiana, Louisiana

    ACTIVE

Susan studied at J.D. in Louisiana State University and BA in Louisiana State University.

Law school and academic background

Susan completed J.D. in Louisiana State University and BA in Louisiana State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Susan has received 16 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Baton Rouge)

    2025

  • Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Baton Rouge)

    2022

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Baton Rouge)

    2021

  • Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Baton Rouge)

    2020

  • Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Baton Rouge)

    2016

  • Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Union

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale Hubbell

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Louisiana Super Lawyers

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Baton Rouge) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Baton Rouge) (2022). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Baton Rouge) (2021). Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Baton Rouge) (2020). Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Baton Rouge) (2016). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026).

Locations

Susan W. Furr's office in Baton Rouge

Susan's primary office is at 400 Convention Street, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802-5618. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

400 Convention Street

Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70802-5618

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Hiring guide

How to hire Susan W. Furr — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment 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 employment attorney in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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 employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Susan W. Furr

  • How much does it cost to hire Susan for a employment 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 employment attorneys offer free consults — check Susan's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in Louisiana typically take?

    Simple employment 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 Baton Rouge?

    Susan is licensed in Louisiana. Matters governed by Louisiana 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 employment 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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