Susan K. Cliffel

Susan K. Cliffel has built a legal career that combines transactional work with litigation across several complex areas of law. Her practice focuses on real estate, equipment finance, bankruptcy matters, and creditors’ rights. She represents financial institutions and business clients in matters that require practical legal guidance, careful analysis, and strong advocacy. Her experience allows her to address both business transactions and disputes with a well-rounded perspective.

Sue earned a B.A. from Cornell University in 1987. She later received a J.D., with honors, from The Ohio State University College of Law in 1990. This educational foundation helped prepare her for a career handling sophisticated legal matters in finance, commercial transactions, and bankruptcy. Her academic achievements reflect a strong commitment to legal excellence and professional development.

Sue advises and represents financial institutions in a wide range of litigation matters involving the United States Bankruptcy Code and the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC). She also works with companies and individual owners in the construction industry, providing counsel on mechanics’ liens and related disputes. By combining litigation knowledge with transactional experience, she helps clients address legal challenges while protecting their business interests and operational goals.

Sue’s background includes service as collection counsel for a nationwide equipment leasing corporation and as special counsel to the state of Ohio Office of the Attorney General. These roles provided valuable experience in creditor matters and dispute resolution. She is also a frequent speaker at seminars focused on creditors’ rights and bankruptcy, sharing knowledge gained through years of legal practice.

Susan K. Cliffel has helped financial institutions, businesses, and construction industry clients navigate complicated legal issues involving transactions, bankruptcy proceedings, and commercial disputes. Her professional involvement includes membership in the Ohio State Bar Association and the Cincinnati Bar Association. Susan K. Cliffel has also received recognition through The Best Lawyers in America® and earned membership in the Order of the Coif, reflecting her accomplishments within the legal profession.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP
• Member, Ohio State Bar Association
• Member, Cincinnati Bar Association

Licensed State

• Ohio

Education

• The Ohio State University College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Cornell University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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