Susan M. Hess

Hammer Law Firm

Dubuque, IA

19+ Years Experience

Licensed in 2 States

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About Susan

Susan M. Hess is an Attorney and Shareholder at Hammer Law Firm, having started as an intern in 1992. She holds a BA in Political Science from Loras College and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Iowa College of Law. Admitted to the bar in Iowa (2006) and Illinois (2008), Susan practices various types of litigation, including family law, personal injury, criminal law, and corporate defense. She has received several awards for her work and community involvement.

Licensed States

IA IL

Education

BA Political Science

Loras College

Juris Doctorate

University of Iowa College of Law

Awards & Recognition

DRI - Exceptional Performance Citation

2021

Iowa Defense Counsel Association President’s Award

2018

Leadership Iowa Graduate

2015

Northeast Iowa Community College Alumni Hall of Fame Inductee

2013

Biz Times Rising Star

2012

Professional Associations

Iowa State Bar AssociationDubuque County Bar AssociationJackson County Bar AssociationIllinois State Bar AssociationJo Daviess County Bar AssociationIowa Defense Counsel AssociationAssociation of Defense Trial Attorneys (ADTA)Iowa Organization of Women AttorneysIowa Women Lead Change Steering CommitteeVolunteer Lawyer ProjectLinwood Cemetery AssociationIowa Supreme Court Remote Proceedings Task ForceTwo by Two Character Development