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Susan Ann Capra

Clifford Law Offices, P.C. • Chicago, IL
Medical MalpracticeHealthcarePersonal Injury

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**Susan Ann Capra - Partner at Clifford Law Offices, P.C.** Located in the heart of Chicago, Illinois, Susan Ann Capra is a distinguished partner at Clifford Law Offices, P.C., a leading law firm recognized for its commitment to justice and client advocacy. With over 30 years of extensive legal experience, Susan specializes in medical malpractice and personal injury litigation, making her a formidable advocate for clients who have suffered due to medical negligence. A graduate of DePaul University College of Law, where she earned her degree with honors in 1990, Susan brings a unique perspective to her legal practice, rooted in her earlier career as a registered nurse. She graduated from DePaul University with a nursing degree in 1982 and began her nursing career at Children's Memorial Hospital (now Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago), where she cared for infants and children facing serious neurological conditions. This invaluable experience has profoundly informed her approach to medical malpractice cases, especially those involving obstetrical, gynecologic, and pediatric negligence. Since joining Clifford Law Offices as an associate in 1989 and becoming a partner a decade later, Susan has achieved numerous record settlements and verdicts, underscoring her reputation as a highly respected attorney in the healthcare arena. Notably, she secured an $11 million settlement involving a hospital pharmacy, showcasing her dedication to advocating for patients' rights. Susan believes deeply in the importance of patient advocacy, stating, “As a nurse, I was the patient’s advocate. As a medical malpractice attorney, I am still the patient’s advocate but in a different arena and profession.” Her compassion, combined with her legal acumen, makes her a trusted ally for clients navigating the complexities of medical negligence claims. Whether representing clients in Chicago or across the nation, Susan Capra is committed to achieving justice and ensuring that her clients receive the care and compensation they deserve.

About Medical Malpractice Law

Medical malpractice attorneys represent patients harmed by healthcare provider negligence. They fight for compensation for injuries caused by medical errors. Common matters include surgical errors, misdiagnosis, birth injuries, medication errors.

Credentials

Education
1990 DePaul University J.D. 1982 DePaul University Bachelor of Science in Nursing 1982 DePaul University BSN
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2021 Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America 2020 Illinois Leading Lawyer, Law Bulletin Media 2020 Illinois Super Lawyers, Illinois Super Lawyers 2019 Illinois Leading Lawyer, Law Bulletin Media 2019 Illinois Super Lawyers, Illinois Super Lawyers
Publications
1999 Medical Malpractice Trial Notebook Expert Witnesses 1999 Woman Attorney The Evaluation of a Medical Negligence Case 1999 Woman Attorney The Evaluation of a Medical Negligence Case 1998 Medical Malpractice Trial Notebook Expert Witnesses 1997 Medical Malpractice Trial Notebook Expert Witnesses
Associations
1990 - Present U.S District Court Eastern District of Wisconsin 1990 - Present U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois
Speaking
2012 From a Nurse-Lawyer Perspective: Legal Nurse Case Studies Case Studies 2011 Motions to Compel & Protective Orders Motions 2001 Medical Malpractice Course Course Education 2001 Evaluating a Medical Negligence Case Evaluating Cases 2000 Venue-Forum Non Conveniens Venue-Forum Non Conveniens
Updated: Mar 22, 2026