- Associate Attorney
Ellen Shepherd, ESQ.
- (954) 893.7874
- ellen@howardlaw.com Linkedin
Ellen Shepherd is a Georgia-licensed attorney who oversees Howard Law’s Georgia operations, managing the firm’s foreclosure, bankruptcy, eviction, and closing practices across the state. With a strong background in multistate real-estate law, Ellen delivers exceptional leadership and precision in both litigation and transactional matters.
Practice Areas
- Foreclosure
- Bankruptcy
- Evictions
- Real Estate Closings
Education
- Columbia Law School (J.D., 1999)
- Yeshiva Sha’ar Hatorah (B.A. 1996)
- Talmudic Law
Location
- Georgia
Ellen brings a wealth of experience to Howard Law’s expanding regional presence. Her career spans large multistate law firms and a distinguished role as Georgia Claims Counsel for Stewart Title Guaranty Company, one of the nation’s most recognized title insurers. This combination of litigation insight, title expertise, and operational leadership positions her as a cornerstone of the firm’s Georgia practice.
Ellen is known for her clear communication style, steady judgment, and ability to manage complex caseloads with efficiency and composure. She plays a central role in aligning client expectations, ensuring compliance with Georgia-specific foreclosure procedures, and maintaining the firm’s high standards across all matters handled within the state.
Ellen has substantial experience in foreclosure proceedings, bankruptcy matters, title examinations, curative work, eviction actions, and closing coordination. Her background in large multistate firms exposed her to high-volume case management, intricate regulatory frameworks, and the demands of institutional clients operating across multiple jurisdictions.
At Stewart Title Guaranty Company, Ellen handled complex title claims, evaluated underwriting risks, and collaborated with attorneys and title agents statewide. This role deepened her understanding of title insurance, property claims, and real-estate risk mitigation — expertise she now applies to Howard Law’s affiliated title company, Paradise Closings.
Her ability to bridge litigation and transactional perspectives allows her to identify risks early, craft efficient resolutions, and provide clients with the confidence and clarity they need in both routine and nuanced matters.
Ellen is recognized for her depth of knowledge in Georgia real-estate law and her strong reputation among institutional lenders, servicers, and industry partners. She is valued for her precision, leadership, and ability to manage multistate challenges with professionalism and ease. Her dedication to quality service and results-driven advocacy makes her an essential part of Howard Law’s leadership team.