Atty. Susan Shiptenko
Susan Shiptenko is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, chapter 7, chapter 13 and 1 other area of law. Susan received a B.A. degree from Meredith College in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years.
Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Atlanta, GA · 33+ Years Experience
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About Susan Shiptenko at a Glance
Susan Shiptenko is a Member based in Atlanta, Georgia. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, bankruptcy, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1993) and North Carolina U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of Georgia (1995). Educated at Wake Forest University (J.D., 1993) and Meredith College (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of State Bar of Georgia Atlanta Bar Association. Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Susan Shiptenko
- Susan Shiptenko is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, chapter 7, chapter 13 and 1 other area of law
- Susan received a B.A. degree from Meredith College in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
- Susan practices in Atlanta, GA
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Susan Shiptenko's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Susan Shiptenko handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Atlanta.
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Atlanta
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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Atlanta
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Atlanta
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Susan Shiptenko is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Georgia →
Creditor Rights & Collections in Atlanta
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Atlanta
Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia 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 Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Atlanta Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Atlanta-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 Atlanta Choose Susan Shiptenko
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 Susan Shiptenko's practice in the field of chapter 7, chapter 13, bankruptcy, and creditor rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Susan Shiptenko brings 33+ 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 Georgia and North Carolina U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of Georgia, Susan Shiptenko can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering chapter 7, chapter 13, and bankruptcy, Susan Shiptenko can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Atlanta
A Atlanta-based practice means Susan Shiptenko attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Susan Shiptenko Handles in Atlanta
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