Sussman Shank LLP is pleased to announce that the partners of the firm have elected Susan S. Ford as the new Managing Partner. In addition, partner Douglas R. Ricks has been elected to serve on the firm’s Management Committee, joining partner Heather A. Kmetz who will continue her term.

Susan Ford will succeed Thomas W. Stilley, who has led the firm with distinction for the last decade. The firm wishes to express our deepest gratitude to Tom for his dedicated service and contribution. Tom’s leadership and guidance reinforced the firm’s core values, elevating our culture and strengthening our commitment to supporting our employees and delivering exceptional results for clients.

Susan brings a wealth of experience to her new role, having served as a member of the Management Committee since 2016 and as the former chair of the firm’s bankruptcy and business restructuring practice group. Her strategic approach and deep understanding of the firm’s values will guide the firm into its next chapter of success.

Effective January 1, 2025, Sussman Shank LLP’s 2025 fiscal year Management Committee members are:

Susan S. Ford – Managing Partner

Heather A. Kmetz – Member of the Management Committee

Douglas R. Ricks – Member of the Management Committee

Steven T. Seguin – (ex officio)