Atty. Katie E. Shepard

Atty. Katie E. Shepard

Katie E. Shepard is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Litigation - Banking and Finance.

Tampa Tampa 11 yrs experience 11 year
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Profile Summary

About Katie E. Shepard at a glance

Katie E. Shepard is a business, bankruptcy, and litigation attorney based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Akerman LLP. They have 11+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2015. Admitted to practice in Kentucky, Kentucky Bar Association (2015), West Virginia, The West Virginia State Bar (2017), and Florida, The Florida Bar (2018). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 2015). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance (2026). Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Katie E. Shepard is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Litigation - Banking and Finance
  • Katie E., who practices law in Tampa, Florida, has been recognized since 2026
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Katie E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Katie E. Shepard's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Katie E. Shepard handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Katie E. Shepard is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Katie E. Shepard is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Florida →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Katie E. Shepard is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Tampa 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 Katie E. Shepard

Where is Katie E. Shepard's law office located?
Katie E. Shepard's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Akerman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Katie E. Shepard handle?
Katie E. Shepard focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Katie E. Shepard practiced law?
Katie E. Shepard has 11+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2015.
Where did Katie E. Shepard go to law school?
Katie E. Shepard earned their education at (J.D., 2015).
How can I contact Katie E. Shepard for a consultation?
You can contact Katie E. Shepard directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Katie E. Shepard received?
Katie E. Shepard's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 2015

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Kentucky, Kentucky Bar Association
Admitted: 2015
West Virginia, The West Virginia State Bar
Admitted: 2017
Florida, The Florida Bar
Admitted: 2018

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