Hon. Susan Zwick (Ret.)

About

With over 25 years of experience in the legal field, Susan Zwick served as a judge in the Law Division of the Cook County Circuit Court before entering private practice. Her judicial tenure involved presiding over thousands of cases, including high-stakes commercial litigation, medical malpractice, and complex construction disputes. She is recognized for her ability to manage multi-party litigations and her deep understanding of both state and federal procedural rules.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Civil Litigation Construction Employment & Labor Government & Administrative Healthcare & Life Sciences Insurance Personal Injury & Torts Real Estate & Property

Professional Experience

Neutral

JAMS

Judge

Circuit Court of Cook County

Law Division

Associate Judge

Circuit Court of Cook County

Private Law Practice

Chicago

Assistant State's Attorney

Cook County State's Attorney's Office

Publications Leadership

Frequent lecturer on civil litigation and judicial ethics for the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
Contributor to various legal journals on topics of alternative dispute resolution and trial practice
Faculty member for judicial education programs in Illinois
Leadership roles within the Illinois Judges Association

Positioning Takeaways

A veteran jurist with a reputation for efficiency in resolving high-value commercial and tort claims.

License & Certifications

Illinois State Bar Admission

Education

J.D.

DePaul University College of Law

B.A.

National Louis University

Distinction

Extensive experience presiding over the Law Division of one of the nation's largest unified court systems.

Reputation

She is highly regarded by legal professionals for her decisive yet fair approach to dispute resolution. Peers and counsel frequently note her thorough preparation and her skill in navigating emotionally charged or legally intricate multi-party matters.

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