Atty. Janet Kay Ryan

Atty. Janet Kay Ryan

Ms. Janet Kay Ryan is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, business, contracts and 9 other areas of law.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About Janet Kay Ryan at a glance

Janet Kay Ryan is a Member based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Janet K. Shepherd, P.A.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, divorce, contracts, trusts, and chapter 13. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1990) and Florida (1993). Educated at University of Tulsa (J.D., 1990) and University of Maryland (B.S., 1987). Active member of Tulsa County, Oklahoma (Secretary, International Law Section, 1991-1992) and American (Member, Sections on: Litigation International Law Family Law) Bar Associations The Florida Bar. Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Janet Kay Ryan is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, business, contracts and 9 other areas of law
  • Janet received a B.S. degree from University of Maryland in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Janet practices at Janet K. Shepherd, P.A. in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Janet Kay Ryan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Janet Kay Ryan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Contracts

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Trusts

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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Janet Kay Ryan is one of 6,374 chapter 13 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 13 attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Lauderdale are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Janet Kay Ryan

Where is Janet Kay Ryan's law office located?
Janet Kay Ryan's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The firm is Janet K. Shepherd, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Janet Kay Ryan handle?
Janet Kay Ryan focuses on chapter 7, divorce, contracts, trusts, chapter 13. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Janet Kay Ryan practiced law?
Janet Kay Ryan has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Janet Kay Ryan go to law school?
Janet Kay Ryan earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S., 1987).
How can I contact Janet Kay Ryan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Tulsa
- 1990
B.S.
University of Maryland
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 1990
Florida
Admitted: 1993

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