Susan B. Shields
About Susan B. Shields
Susan B. Shields is a lawyer based in Oklahoma City, OK and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2003. Susan B. Shields is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- Litigation and Controversy - Tax
- Nonprofit / Charities Law
- Tax Law
- Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: McAfee & Taft A Professional Corporation
Education: Stanford University, B.A., graduated 1986 and University of California Los Angeles, J.D., graduated 1989
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
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