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.
Banking And Finance Law & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL · 11+ Years Experience
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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). Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About 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
- 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 Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Katie E. Shepard handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Business & Corporate Law in Tampa
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Katie E. Shepard is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Tampa
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 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Florida →
Civil Litigation in Tampa
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Katie E. Shepard is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tampa
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 venue, 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.
Tampa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tampa-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Tampa Choose Katie E. Shepard
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Katie E. Shepard's practice in the field of business, bankruptcy, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Katie E. Shepard brings 11+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Kentucky, Kentucky Bar Association, West Virginia, The West Virginia State Bar, and Florida, The Florida Bar, Katie E. Shepard can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, bankruptcy, and litigation, Katie E. Shepard can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tampa
A Tampa-based practice means Katie E. Shepard attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Katie E. Shepard Handles in Tampa
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Katie E. Shepard has experience with under Florida law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Katie E. Shepard directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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