Susanna Sweeney Gates
About Susanna Sweeney Gates
Susanna Sweeney Gates is an Attorney Editor II at Thomson Reuters, where she has worked since 2017. She has a background in law, having earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Mississippi School of Law, and has held various roles in legal and retail sectors.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Susanna Sweeney Gates serves as an Attorney Editor II at Thomson Reuters, a position she has held since 2017. In this role, she evaluates current index suitability for automation and improves automation term lists. She coordinates with other Attorney Editors to make publishing decisions based on revenue needs and assists with the transition of new indexes from newly acquired publications and companies. Additionally, she maintains and develops author relations, which is a critical aspect of her responsibilities.
Previous Experience in Legal Services
Before her current role, Susanna Sweeney Gates gained valuable experience in legal services. She interned at North Mississippi Rural Legal Services, Inc. in 2010 for three months. She also worked as a Project Coordinator and Research Assistant at the University of Mississippi School of Law from 2016 to 2017 and from 2011 to 2012, respectively. These positions provided her with insights into legal processes and project management within an academic setting.
Education and Expertise
Susanna Sweeney Gates earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Mississippi School of Law, completing her studies from 2009 to 2012. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor's degree in Legal Assistant/Paralegal from the University of Mississippi from 2005 to 2009. Her educational background equips her with a solid foundation in legal principles and practices, which she applies in her current role.
Leadership and Community Involvement
In addition to her professional responsibilities, Susanna Sweeney Gates has taken on leadership roles within the community. She served as Co-Chair of the Rochester NY Pride at Work Employee Resource Group in 2019, promoting inclusivity and support within the workplace. Since 2021, she has also been the Co-Chair of the MSP Attorney Editor Forum, where she collaborates with peers to enhance professional development and strategic initiatives.
Retail Management Experience
Prior to her legal career, Susanna Sweeney Gates worked as a Beauty Manager at Sephora inside JCPenney from 2012 to 2016 in Tupelo, Mississippi. This role involved managing retail operations and customer service, providing her with experience in team leadership and client relations, which are valuable skills in her current legal profession.