Sarah Tope Reise, Bankruptcy Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on Bankruptcy, Business, and Civil Rights
AssociateatBallard Spahr LLP
Atlanta, GA
Practicing bankruptcy in Atlanta since 2008.
- 18+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Sarah Tope Reise is an associate based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Civil Rights. Sarah has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ballard Spahr LLP.
- Based in
- Atlanta, GA
- Experience
- over 18 years
- Known for
- Bankruptcy · Business · Civil Rights
- Handles Bankruptcy, Business, and Civil Rights matters from Atlanta, GA.
- Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sarah Tope Reise: Sarah Tope Reise is an associate based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Civil Rights. Sarah has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ballard Spahr LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Sarah Tope Reise
Sarah concentrates on bankruptcy, business, civil rights, consumer, and creditor rights. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sarah handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Bankruptcy
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Creditor Rights
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Bankruptcy cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Sarah takes bankruptcy matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sarah agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Sarah takes business matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sarah agrees to represent you.
Civil Rights cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Sarah takes civil rights matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sarah agrees to represent you.
Consumer cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Sarah takes consumer matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sarah agrees to represent you.
Creditor Rights cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Sarah takes creditor rights matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sarah agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Sarah Tope Reise — Over 18 years of Georgia bankruptcy experience
Sarah Tope Reise is an associate based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Civil Rights. Sarah has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ballard Spahr LLP.
Ms. Sarah Tope Reise is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, creditors' rights, bankruptcy & debt and 1 other area of law. Sarah received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 2003, and has been licensed for 18 years. Sarah practices at Ballard Spahr LLP in Atlanta, GA.
How Sarah handles bankruptcy matters
Ms. Sarah Tope Reise is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, creditors' rights, bankruptcy & debt and 1 other area of law. Sarah received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 2003, and has been licensed for 18 years. Sarah practices at Ballard Spahr LLP in Atlanta, GA.
The kind of cases Sarah takes
Sarah reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy, business, and civil rights matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Sarah Tope Reise's legal education and bar admissions
Emory University School of Law
J.D. · 2008
Boston University
B.A. · 2003
Jurisdictions
Sarah's state bar admissions
Georgia
2008 · ACTIVE
Sarah studied at J.D. in Emory University School of Law and B.A. in Boston University.
Law school and academic background
Sarah completed J.D. in Emory University School of Law and B.A. in Boston University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sarah runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Sarah Tope Reise's office in Atlanta
Sarah's primary office is at 999 Peachtree St., Ste. 1000, Atlanta, GA, 30309-3915. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Sarah Tope Reise — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sarah usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sarah charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sarah'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; Sarah will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
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 Sarah
Sarah 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. Sarah confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sarah'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 Sarah Tope Reise
How much does it cost to hire Sarah for a bankruptcy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sarah walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sarah offer a free consultation?
Sarah charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sarah's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Sarah's current terms during booking.
How long do bankruptcy cases in Georgia 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. Sarah gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sarah take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?
Sarah is licensed in Georgia. Matters governed by Georgia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Sarah 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 Sarah?
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. Sarah will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sarah accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?
Sarah's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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