Atty. Paul Michael Shipp

Atty. Paul Michael Shipp

Paul Michael Shipp is a lawyer practicing appellate, bankruptcy, business restructurings and creditors' rights and 7 other areas of law. Paul received a B.A. degree from Bowling Green State University in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul Michael Shipp at a glance

Paul Michael Shipp is an Associate based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Weston Hurd LLP. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, bankruptcy, white collar, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio United States District Court (2006) and Ohio United States Court of Appeals United States Bankruptcy Court (2006). Educated at Bowling Green State University (B.A., 2002) and Cleveland-Marshall College of Law J.D. cum laude Cleveland-Marshall College of Law J.D. 2006 Member Cleveland-Marshall College of Law J.D. Moot Court Board of Governors (—). Active member of Professional Associations •Ohio State Bar Association •Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association•Officer, Criminal Law Section •The Judge John M and Manos Inn of Court•Associate. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Paul Michael Shipp is a lawyer practicing appellate, bankruptcy, business restructurings and creditors' rights and 7 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from Bowling Green State University in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Paul practices at Weston Hurd LLP in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Michael Shipp's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul Michael Shipp handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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

Paul Michael Shipp is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Ohio →

White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Cleveland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio 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 Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Paul Michael Shipp

Where is Paul Michael Shipp's law office located?
Paul Michael Shipp's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Weston Hurd LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Michael Shipp handle?
Paul Michael Shipp focuses on criminal defense, business, bankruptcy, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Paul Michael Shipp practiced law?
Paul Michael Shipp has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Paul Michael Shipp go to law school?
Paul Michael Shipp earned their education at (B.A., 2002); (—).
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Education

B.A.
Bowling Green State University
- 2002
Cleveland-Marshall College of Law J.D. cum laude Cleveland-Marshall College of Law J.D. 2006 Member Cleveland-Marshall College of Law J.D. Moot Court Board of Governors
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Ohio United States District Court
Admitted: 2006
Ohio United States Court of Appeals United States Bankruptcy Court
Admitted: 2006

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