Susan F. Pierce is a seasoned personal injury attorney with more than 30 years of experience representing individuals injured in car, motorcycle, and trucking accidents. Known for her compassion and commitment to justice, Susan is a strong advocate for clients facing life-altering injuries and the ripple effects that follow. She understands that no two cases are alike, and works tirelessly to achieve the maximum compensation possible for her clients’ physical, emotional, and financial suffering.
Her practice focuses on serious and catastrophic injury claims, including wrongful death, traumatic brain injuries, and cases involving drunk driving or assault. Susan takes a hands-on approach to every case, ensuring her clients and their families feel heard, supported, and well-represented during every stage of the legal process.
Susan earned her law degree from George Mason University School of Law in 1987, after completing her undergraduate studies in Political Science and English at the University of Mary Washington. She is admitted to practice in Virginia, the District of Columbia, and several federal courts, including the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.
In addition to her legal practice, Susan is an active contributor to the legal community. She serves on the Supreme Court of Virginia Medical Malpractice Panel, is a past president of the Fauquier County Bar Association, and is a Master with the George Mason American Inns of Court. Her writing has been published in several legal journals, and she frequently contributes to public education on injury law and insurance coverage.
Outside the office, Susan enjoys reading, writing fiction, and traveling with her family.
Education
- J.D., George Mason University School of Law, 1987
- B.A., University of Mary Washington, 1981
- Major: Political Science & English
Published Works
- “Protect Your Household – Why Families Require Umbrella Insurance Coverage,” Middleburg Eccentric, 2017
- “Outlining Medical Records in Malpractice Cases,” The Journal of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, 1990
Professional Associations & Service
- Supreme Court of Virginia Medical Malpractice Panel
- Virginia State Bar Council, Conference of Local Bar Associations
- Past President & Neutral Case Evaluator, Fauquier County Bar Association
- Master, George Mason American Inns of Court
- Membership Committee, Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
- Member, American Association for Justice
- Member, Brain Injury Association of Virginia
Bar Admissions
- Virginia, 1987
- District of Columbia, 1989
- U.S. Court of Appeals, 4th Circuit, 1988
- U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia
- U.S. District Court, District of Columbia
Practice Areas
- Personal Injury
- Car Accidents
- Trucking Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
