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Justin Christopher Shepherd
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Biography
Attorney Justin Shepherd has been selected by the American Society of Legal Advocates as one of the top criminal defense lawyers in the State of New Hampshire for 2014. This award is based on Attorney Shepherd's stellar legal credentials and his proven commitment to community engagement, leadership and the highest professional standards. Attorney Shepherd was voted 'Best of Nashua' 2014, 2015 & 2016. Attorney Justin Shepherd covers cases across New Hampshire and Massachusetts
Justin C. Shepherd
Attorney Justin Shepherd has been named by the National Trial Lawyers as a "Top 40 under 40" lawyer for his superior qualifications, trial results and leadership.
Education:
Justin graduated Cum Laude from Suffolk University in 1997 with a major in American History. Justin graduated with honors from Suffolk University and was a member of the Delta Alpha Pi Honor Society for academic achievement. Justin graduated from Suffolk Law School in May of 2000 with honors. Justin has guest lectured at Curry College, Riviere College and teaches trial techniques for the International Association of Arson Investigators.
Background:
Justin Shepherd has been fighting for defendants, victims, and the wrongfully accused ever since his first day as a lawyer back in October of 2000. Justin began his legal career as a criminal defense attorney with the New Hampshire Public Defender's Office. During his four years as a public defender, Justin zealously fought for and compassionately stood by all of his clients in criminal courts throughout southern New Hampshire. Justin's steadfast dedication to serving the most underprivileged of our society taught him that there is always something more a lawyer can do to help his client. By working with investigators and other talented lawyers, Justin learned that there are always two sides to every story.
With a heart for public service, Justin decided that in order to grow as a lawyer, he became a prosecutor with the Rockingham County Attorney's Office. During this time Justin worked diligently to find fair and just resolutions to every felony, misdemeanor and DWI case for which he was responsible. Justin's legal talent and trial skills brought him to the attention of the Hillsborough County Attorney's Office, where he was offered a position prosecuting serious felonies such as rape, arson, child molestations, robberies and other violent crimes.
In July of 2007, Justin decided that the time had come for him to find new ways to help people. Attorney Shepherd entered into private practice with a focus on criminal defense. Attorney Shepherd handles all types of criminal matters across New Hampshire.
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 18 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Hampshire for 25 years
State: New Hampshire
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Justin Shepherd
14 Londonderry Road, Londonderry, NH, 03053
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Justin Christopher Shepherd's Reviews
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Posted by Destinie | July 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Justin came onto my case very shortly before the trial date - with that said - you would’ve thought he had been going over it for months and months prior. He was extremely patient and thorough and always kept me in the loop. Justin was able to get my charges dismissed without the judge even taking it...
Posted by MAD MIKE | March 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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ATTORNEY JUSTIN SHEPHERD IS A BEAST
Attorney Shepherd is a BEAST ...... I WAS ARRESTED ON POSSESSION OF ADDERALL AND WAS INDICTED IN ROCKINGHAM SUPERIOR COURT . JUSTIN GOT THE CASE DISMISSED BEFORE I EVEN STEPPED ONE FOOT INTO ROCKINGHAM SUPERIOR COURT JUSTIN IS AN EXPERIENCED DEFENSE ATTORNEY AND IF ANYBODY NEEDS AN ATTORNEY THIS IS T...
Posted by Blexany | May 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney
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Justine !
Hands down the best he’s helped me with so much . Very thankful & very appreciative of him .
Posted by Denise | October 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney
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Criminal
I cannot Thank Justin Shepard Enough. My case was Long and Drawn Out because of Covid. Justin was on Top everytime. I was able to return to My Career as A Nurse that would have been destroyed.. My Biggest Thanks to Justin Shepard who was Amazing and I would definitely recommend him...Thanks Again Ju...
Posted by Derek | February 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney
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Justin shepherd is great
Justin is an excellent attorney! He worked tirelessly on my behalf eventually getting my charges reduced. I owe him a great debt of gratitude. Justin would be my first choice should I ever need legal assistance again Justin took an interest in understanding my background, my family situation and...
Justin Christopher Shepherd's Lawyer Endorsements
"Justin and I worked together as prosecutors and I have also prosecuted cases in which he was a defense attorney. Justin works hard for his clients but does so without being difficult to work with. He has a great personality and an easy-going manner and I believe this is key to his excellent advocacy."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I've worked with Attorney Shepherd for several years and found him to be very thoughtful and capable. Attorney Shepherd is an excellent choice for complex criminal matters."
"I enthusuastically endorse Justin Shepherd. He is highly respected by judges, defense attorneys, prosecutors, and police officers."
"I worked in the same courts with Justin Shepherd for many years. He is professional, friendly, and an outstanding advocate for his clients. He is well respected by fellow counsel, judges, and his clients."
"I have known Atty. Shepherd many for years, both as a prosecutor and now as a defense attorney. He is very knowledgeable in the area of criminal law and is one of my go to people when I have a question or issue that I need assistance with. I have watched Atty. Shepherd in court and his clients are well served by his expertise. He is one of the best in Nashua!"
"Justin has a great reputation in the criminal defense community for effective advocacy and dedication to his clients. I endorse Attorney Justin Shepherd."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Justin and he is focused and driven when it comes to defending his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. A great defense attorney to work with."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Justin and I have previously discussed areas where criminal law and immigration law intersect. I would not hesitate to recommend his criminal defense work."
"I have the pleasure of endorsing my friend and former co-worker Justin Shepherd. Justin is a very personable, articulate and dedicated attorney who makes sure that his clients' priorities are his priorities. Justin and I worked together as prosecutors and I found him to one of the hardest working members of our office. We also have been on opposite sides of cases and he was the consumate professional throughout the duration of the cases."
"With great enthusiasm, I endorse Attorney Justin Shepherd. As a prosecutor for a local police department, I often interact with Attorney Shepherd in his role as defense counsel. He is a respected, hard working defense attorney who is a great advocate for his clients. He knows how to identify weaknesses in the State's evidence and gives practical, straight-forward legal advice. And when it comes to trial, he has a subtle brilliance about him that results in not guilty verdicts."
"I highly recommend Justin Shepherd as an attorney. I have known Justin for over 10 years from practicing with and against him in the criminal courts in New Hampshire. He is a highly effective advocate who has earned the respect of judges and other attorneys. He will endlessly fight for his clients from the smallest misdemeanor to the most serious felony. Justin's knowledge of the law and the people in the criminal courts of New Hampshire make him a highly effective advocate. I fully endorse him."
"Justin is a brilliant defense lawyer, with my full recommendation and endorsement."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Awarded Superb AVVO Rating, AVVO
2014
Voted Best Atorney - Greater Nashua, Nashua Telegraph
2014
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
Top Criminal Defense Lawyer, American Society of Legal Advocates
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2006
Outstanding advocacy on behalf of children, Child Advocacy Center
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Partner, Shepherd & Osborne, PLLC
2004 - 2006
Prosecuting Attorney, Hillsborough County Attorney's Office
2000 - 2004
Attorney, New Hampshire Public Defender Office
Associations
2006 - Present
New Hampshire Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Possession of Marijuana
Case was dropped
Shoplifting
Case Dismissed.
Education
2000
Suffolk University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
Suffolk University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Heroin Addiction
Drug Abuse & Help
Publications
2015
Nashua Telegraph
Voted Best Lawyer Greater Nashua 2015
Languages
English
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Annul record one charge circuit other superior court. same county in NH. Do i file two forms with two fees?
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Was charged with DUI at .09 BAC and single car accident?
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