Atty. Susan E. Trent

Atty. Susan E. Trent

Susan Trent’s practice is primarily focused in commercial and business workout. She also counsels lenders, suppliers, trade creditors and creditors with regard to numerous workout and bankruptcy issues throughout the state of Indiana.

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Profile Summary

About Susan E. Trent at a glance

Susan E. Trent is a bankruptcy and foreclosure attorney based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, practicing at Krieg DeVault LLP. Educated at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D., 1998). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law (2026). Serands clients in Fort Wayne, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Susan Trent’s practice is primarily focused in commercial and business workout
  • She also counsels lenders, suppliers, trade creditors and creditors with regard to numerous workout and bankruptcy issues throughout the state of Indiana
  • Susan represents consumer mortgage lending companies and advises them concerning loss mitigation and other workout opportunities including those in bankruptcy
  • Susan assists clients with regard to compliance and other lending and financial institution regulatory and corporate governance matters
  • In addition, she provides general business, personal and commercial representation, estate and related planning services
  • Susan graduated summa cum laude from Indiana University-Bloomington and received her J.D. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • She is a member of Phi Beta Kappa
  • Susan regularly presents on a variety of legal topics for CLE programming throughout Indiana
  • She also regularly publishes articles in a variety of national legal publications, and serves as a coordinating editor for the ABI Journal
  • Susan is AV® rated by Martindale-Hubbell and selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers®

Practice Areas Explained

Susan E. Trent's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

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

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Foreclosure Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Susan E. Trent

Where is Susan E. Trent's law office located?
Susan E. Trent's law practice is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The firm is Krieg DeVault LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Susan E. Trent handle?
Susan E. Trent focuses on bankruptcy, foreclosure. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
Where did Susan E. Trent go to law school?
Susan E. Trent earned their education at (J.D., 1998).
How can I contact Susan E. Trent for a consultation?
You can contact Susan E. Trent 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 Susan E. Trent received?
Susan E. Trent's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy; Best Lawyers in America — Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law.

Education

J.D.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1998

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Fort Wayne)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Fort Wayne)
- 2021

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