Overview

Suzanne Patinella is a partner in WSHB's Raleigh office, where she represents clients in complex civil litigation across North Carolina.

Suzanne is a graduate of Elon University School of Law, where she completed an accelerated 2.5-year program. Suzanne graduated from Elon University's Martha & Spencer Love School of Business with an MBA in May 2021.

At Elon Law, Suzanne was actively involved as a Business Fellow, Moot Court Board member, and Women's Law Association member. She also served as her class's student bar association representative, student mentor, and student teaching aid. As a member of the Moot Court Board, she participated in a national moot court competition under the direction of her coach, the Honorable G. James Exum, Jr.

Suzanne is a member of the North Carolina Bar Association and Wake County Bar Association, where she has helped organize firm food and clothing drives.

Credentials

Education

  • Elon University Martha & Spencer Love School of Business (MBA, 2021)
  • Elon University School of Law (J.D., 2017)
  • Washington College (B.A., 2015)

Licensed to Practice in

  • North Carolina
  • Supreme Court of North Carolina
  • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina
  • U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina
  • U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina

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Community

Community Activities

  • North Carolina Bar Association
  • Wake County Bar Association

Honors & Recognitions

  • Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® recognition for Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, Litigation - Construction in Raleigh, NC (2026)

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