Susan Dawson

Susan Dawson

  • Business Law, Employment Law, Real Estate Law
  • Illinois
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Susan L. Dawson earned her juris doctorate at the Loyola University Chicago School of Law in 2000 with a concentration in corporate/business law and taxation. Licensed in Illinois since 2000, Susan has spent her entire career representing businesses, business owners, entrepreneurs and employees. She has a wide range of experience working with clients on local, national and international levels. Susan delivers a commitment to service which surpasses client's expectations, promptly meeting tight deadlines and quickly responding to pressing matters as they arise. Susan is equally involved in the community, dedicating significant time and effort to supporting numerous not-for profit entities in and around the Northwest Suburbs.

Practice Areas
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Employment Law
Employee Benefits, Employment Contracts, Employment Discrimination, ERISA, Overtime & Unpaid Wages, Sexual Harassment, Whistleblower, Wrongful Termination
Real Estate Law
Commercial Real Estate, Condominiums, Easements, Eminent Domain, Homeowners Association, Land Use & Zoning, Mortgages, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate, Water Law
Additional Practice Areas
  • Incorporation and Organization
  • Commercial Litigation
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Illinois
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Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
J.D. | Law
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Ohio University
B.S. | Communications
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Awards
2016-2017’s 10 Best Attorneys for Exceptional and Outstanding Client Service
American Institute of Legal Counsel
2016’s 10 Best Client Satisfaction, Labor & Employment Law Division
American Institute of Legal CounselTM
Enterprising Woman of the Year
The Magazine for Women Business Owners
AV Preeminent® rating
Martindale-Hubbell
Member of the Year
NAWBO
2009 Influential Women in Business Award
Business Ledger/NAWBO
Professional Associations
Metropolis Theater Steering Committee
Member
Current
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Northwest Suburban United Way Women's Leadership Council
Member
- Current
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Arlington Heights Planning Commission
Commissioner
- Current
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Northwest Suburban Business and Corporation Law Committee
Member
- Current
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Buzz A Philanthropic Organization of Dedicated Professionals
Board Member
- Current
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Northwest Suburban Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Illinois Bar Association
Member
- Current
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National Association of Women Business Owners - Chicago Chapter
President
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Speaking Engagements
The Social Media Phenomenon: What every employer should know
Northwest Suburban Bar Association
Concealed Carry, Medical Marijuana and Distracted Driving
DS&P Insurance Services
Best Practices in Hiring
Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce
Asset Protection Strategies
Northwest Suburban Bar Association
Workers Compensation from an Employment Law Perspective
Stateline SHRM
Employment Practices: The Process of Workforce Reduction
DS&P Insurance Services
Employee Classification: Company Employee or 1099?
Cornerstone
Corporation or LLC, A Practical Guide to These Entities
Northwest Suburban Bar Association
Websites & Blogs
Website
Website
Contact & Map
Waltz, Palmer & Dawson, LLC
3701 Algonquin Road
Suite 300
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
Telephone: (847) 253-8800
Fax: (847) 253-8822