Susan Jean Ham, Bankruptcy Attorney in Somerset, Kentucky
Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on Bankruptcy, Business, and Creditor Rights · 2.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatHam & Ham Attorneys, PSC
Somerset, KY
Practicing bankruptcy in Somerset since 2000.
- 26+
- Years practicing
- 2.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Susan Jean Ham is a member based in Somerset, KY. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Creditor Rights. Susan has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ham & Ham Attorneys, PSC. Rated 2.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Somerset, KY
- Experience
- over 26 years
- Known for
- Bankruptcy · Business · Creditor Rights
- Handles Bankruptcy, Business, and Creditor Rights matters from Somerset, KY.
- Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with CV Notable.
About Susan Jean Ham: Susan Jean Ham is a member based in Somerset, KY. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Creditor Rights. Susan has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ham & Ham Attorneys, PSC. Rated 2.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Susan Jean Ham
Susan concentrates on bankruptcy, business, creditor rights, criminal defense, and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Bankruptcy
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Creditor Rights
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Criminal Defense
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Family Law
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Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Probate
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Real Estate
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SSD
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Wills
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Estate Planning
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Bankruptcy cases in Somerset, Kentucky
Susan takes bankruptcy matters in Somerset, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Susan agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Somerset, Kentucky
Susan takes business matters in Somerset, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Susan agrees to represent you.
Creditor Rights cases in Somerset, Kentucky
Susan takes creditor rights matters in Somerset, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Susan agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases in Somerset, Kentucky
Susan takes criminal defense matters in Somerset, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Susan agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Somerset, Kentucky
Susan takes family law matters in Somerset, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Susan agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Susan Jean Ham — Over 26 years of Kentucky bankruptcy experience
Susan Jean Ham is a member based in Somerset, KY. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Creditor Rights. Susan has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ham & Ham Attorneys, PSC. Rated 2.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Susan Jean Ham is a lawyer practicing administrative law, banking law, bankruptcy and 16 other areas of law. Susan received a B.B.A. degree from University of Kentucky in 1994, and has been licensed for 26 years. Susan practices at Ham & Ham Attorneys, PSC in Somerset, KY.
Working with Susan on a bankruptcy matter
Susan Jean Ham is a lawyer practicing administrative law, banking law, bankruptcy and 16 other areas of law. Susan received a B.B.A. degree from University of Kentucky in 1994, and has been licensed for 26 years. Susan practices at Ham & Ham Attorneys, PSC in Somerset, KY.
Who Susan represents
Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy, business, and creditor rights matters in Somerset and the surrounding Kentucky area.
Credentials
Susan Jean Ham's legal education and bar admissions
Louis D. Brandeis School of Law, University of Louisville
J.D. · 1999
University of Kentucky
B.B.A. · 1994
Jurisdictions
Susan's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2000 · ACTIVE
Kentucky
2000 · ACTIVE
Susan studied at J.D. in Louis D. Brandeis School of Law, University of Louisville and B.B.A. in University of Kentucky.
Law school and academic background
Susan completed J.D. in Louis D. Brandeis School of Law, University of Louisville and B.B.A. in University of Kentucky. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in Kentucky is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Susan Jean Ham
Susan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
CV Notable
Legal awards and honors
CV Notable.
Affiliations
Susan's professional memberships and bar associations
Pulaski and Kentucky Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Susan Jean Ham's office in Somerset
Susan's primary office is at 200 E. Mt. Vernon Street, Somerset, KY, 42502. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Susan Jean Ham — 2.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Susan. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing bankruptcy attorneys in Somerset.
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How to hire Susan Jean Ham — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Susan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Susan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Susan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Susan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Somerset, Kentucky
A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Susan
Susan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every bankruptcy matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Susan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Susan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Susan Jean Ham
How much does it cost to hire Susan for a bankruptcy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Susan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Susan offer a free consultation?
Susan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Susan's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Susan's current terms during booking.
How long do bankruptcy cases in Kentucky typically take?
Simple bankruptcy matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Susan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Susan take my case if I'm outside Somerset?
Susan is licensed in Kentucky. Matters governed by Kentucky law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Susan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Susan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Susan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Susan accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?
Susan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Bankruptcy attorneys serving Somerset, Louisville and Lexington in Kentucky
Susan handles bankruptcy matters throughout Kentucky. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified bankruptcy attorneys in that community.
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