Atty. William Taylor Shier

Atty. William Taylor Shier

William Taylor Shier is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, business law, commercial law and 3 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from DePauw University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Lexington Lexington 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About William Taylor Shier at a glance

William Taylor Shier is a Phi Gamma Delta Educational Found. based in Lexington, Kentucky. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1991) and Kentucky Supreme Court, U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky and U.S. Cour (1991). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1991) and DePauw University (B.A., 1988). Serands clients in Lexington, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Taylor Shier is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, business law, commercial law and 3 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from DePauw University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • William practices in Lexington, KY

Practice Areas Explained

William Taylor Shier's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Taylor Shier 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.

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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.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Rights

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Taylor Shier

Where is William Taylor Shier's law office located?
William Taylor Shier's law practice is located in Lexington, Kentucky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Taylor Shier handle?
William Taylor Shier focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has William Taylor Shier practiced law?
William Taylor Shier has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did William Taylor Shier go to law school?
William Taylor Shier earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact William Taylor Shier for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1991
B.A.
DePauw University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1991
Kentucky Supreme Court, U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky and U.S. Cour
Admitted: 1991

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