Susan focuses her practice on representing employers in all aspects of employment law. She advises businesses, public employers and nonprofit organizations of all sizes on navigating complex workplace issues, managing risk, and building practical solutions that support organizational goals.
As a North Carolina Board Certified Employment Law Specialist, Susan counsels employers on compliance, training, and workforce strategy, and she defends organizations in labor audits, discrimination and retaliation claims, and other employment-related disputes. Drawing on her experience as former in-house counsel, she understands the pressures faced by general counsel and executive leadership and provides advice that is both legally sound and business-minded.
Susan also assists employers with the negotiation and drafting of business contracts, including service agreements, commercial leases, and acquisitions, allowing clients to address employment and operational issues with a coordinated approach.
A resident of Asheville for more than 25 years, Susan is deeply engaged in the community. She serves as President of the Buncombe County Bar, is a board member of the Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority, and participates in local pro bono opportunities with Pisgah Legal Services and the North Carolina Bar Association. She has served on numerous boards throughout the Asheville area.