Rebecca Godbold Shiver is an attorney experienced in real estate, family law, and state government matters. A graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law and a member of the South Carolina Bar, Rebecca spent over 15 years in private and state practice in South Carolina before relocating to Florida. Prior to attending law school, Rebecca attended and graduated with Honors from Francis Marion University where she majored in English and focused much of her studies on writing intensive courses. She now focuses her career on freelance legal writing which enables her to have more control over her schedule. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. She also volunteers at her son’s school, the Jacksonville School for Autism, where she currently serves as Chair of the Parent Action Committee (PAC).
Articles written by Rebecca Godbold Shiver
Repossession Laws in Florida
Written by Rebecca Godbold Shiver. Legally reviewed by Jonathan Petts
Updated May 21, 2025
Repossession is the process of taking back a car after the owner defaults on their auto loan. Each state has different laws and regulations that dictate every step of the repossession process from start to finish. This page will provide an overview of Florida's repossession laws and what you should know if you've fallen behind on car payments.
How To File Bankruptcy for Free in Florida Without a Lawyer
Written by Rebecca Godbold Shiver. Legally reviewed by Attorney Paige Hooper
Updated May 16, 2025
Filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Florida can help you eliminate debt and get a fresh start, and many people do it for free without a lawyer. The process includes steps like gathering documents, taking credit courses, and filing forms with the court. You’ll also attend a short meeting with a trustee and may need to decide what to do with property like your car. Florida offers strong exemptions to help you keep what you own. If your case is simple, you may qualify to use Upsolve’s free tool to guide you through the process.
How To File Bankruptcy for Free in Louisiana
Written by Attorney Andrea Wimmer, Rebecca Godbold Shiver. Legally reviewed by Attorney Paige Hooper
Updated May 15, 2025
Filing for bankruptcy doesn’t have to be scary and confusing. We provide helpful tips and resources to help you file Chapter 7 bankruptcy in your state without a lawyer.
How To File Bankruptcy for Free in Kentucky Without a Lawyer
Written by Attorney Andrea Wimmer, Rebecca Godbold Shiver. Legally reviewed by Attorney Paige Hooper
Updated May 15, 2025
Filing for bankruptcy doesn’t have to be scary and confusing. We provide helpful tips and resources to help you file Chapter 7 bankruptcy in your state without a lawyer.
How To File Bankruptcy for Free in Massachusetts
Written by Attorney Andrea Wimmer, Rebecca Godbold Shiver. Legally reviewed by Attorney Andrea Wimmer
Updated May 14, 2025
Filing for bankruptcy doesn’t have to be scary and confusing. We provide helpful tips and resources to help you file Chapter 7 bankruptcy in your state without a lawyer.
How To File Bankruptcy for Free in South Carolina Without a Lawyer
Written by Attorney Andrea Wimmer, Rebecca Godbold Shiver. Legally reviewed by Attorney Paige Hooper
Updated May 12, 2025
Filing for bankruptcy doesn’t have to be scary and confusing. We provide helpful tips and resources to help you file Chapter 7 bankruptcy in your state without a lawyer.
Repossession Laws in Kentucky
Written by Rebecca Godbold Shiver.
Updated April 22, 2025
Repossession is the process of taking back a car after the owner defaults on their auto loan. Each state has different laws and regulations that dictate every step of the repossession process from start to finish. This page will provide an overview of Kentucky's Repossession Laws and what you should know if you've fallen behind on car payments.
Repossession Laws in Louisiana
Written by Rebecca Godbold Shiver.
Updated March 22, 2024
Repossession is the process of taking back a car after the owner defaults on their auto loan. Each state has different laws and regulations that dictate every step of the repossession process from start to finish. This page will provide an overview of Louisiana's Repossession Laws and what you should know if you've fallen behind on car payments.
Repossession Laws in Maine
Written by Rebecca Godbold Shiver.
Updated March 22, 2024
Repossession is the process of taking back a car after the owner defaults on their auto loan. Each state has different laws and regulations that dictate every step of the repossession process from start to finish. This page will provide an overview of Maine's Repossession Laws and what you should know if you've fallen behind on car payments.
Repossession Laws in Massachusetts
Written by Rebecca Godbold Shiver.
Updated March 22, 2024
Repossession is the process of taking back a car after the owner defaults on their auto loan. Each state has different laws and regulations that dictate every step of the repossession process from start to finish. This page will provide an overview of Massachusetts' Repossession Laws and what you should know if you've fallen behind on car payments.
