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also known as Rudolph Carroll Shepard, Jr.
Mr. Shepard, practices in the areas of criminal defense and Social Security-Disability. Over the course of his career he has handled thousands of criminal cases ranging from Disorderly Conduct to First Degree Murder. Additionally, Mr. Shepard has helping hundreds of people receive the Social Security-Disability benefits they deserve.
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Prior to law school Mr. Shepard worked as a political consultant for a national political committee and respective United States Senate candidates in Washington, DC. Additionally, Mr. Shepard served in the Washington, DC based political affairs office of Astrum International, the parent company of Samsonite, Culligan International and the 500 Fashion Group.
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Posted by Craig Edwards | October 3, 2019 | Hired Attorney
My wife and I found out on a Monday that we needed a Defense Attorney on Tuesday for a family situation. I called the office and Megan quickly contacted Rusty and he reassured us that he would be at court on Tuesday and he would take care of everything. Those words were the most comforting we've hear...
Posted by Jessica | September 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Shepard and his staff are amazing! They went above and beyond to help me. I would not want anyone else on my team! I am young and despite that, he made sure that the judge saw me as a person and not just a young person. He and his office even spent extra time with me and attended to every single ...
Posted by Lauren | May 3, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Rusty is very personable and accommodating. He made himself available on short notice and met with me after hours. He told me not to worry and got everything dismissed in court this morning! Thank you Rusty and Lisa!!!
Posted by anonymous | November 29, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
While sitting in my vehicle waiting for the Mall to open up on a sunday, security called Police to have me Trespassed. Although the Police were nice & professional I was still asked to leave. Monday I called Mr Shepard about my plight & I called Mall Operations too. Just by mentioning Mr Shepards ...
Posted by Lance Ayers | October 27, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
Mr. Shepard, contacted me soon after I reached out to him on AVVO. He read my message and explained that his practice did not cover minor traffic violations. He referred me to Lisa Ann Anderson who was able to help me. Taking his valuable time to point me to someone who would not be able to be his...
"I endorse this lawyer. We worked together on a criminal matter where my non-citizen client needed a certain outcome in her criminal matter to avoid deportation from the US. Rusty came through!"
"Mr. Shepard and his staff truly care about the outcome of their clients' cases! Rusty works well with prosecutors to get the best plea offer! But that doesn't mean he is afraid to take a case to trial if the plea offer isn't acceptable. He's great with a jury, too! I'd hire him if I needed a criminal defense attorney."
"I have worked on multiple criminal law matters with Mr. Shepard. Mr. Shepard is always candid and professional, giving the best advice for every case he takes. If you have a matter involving Criminal Law in Panama City or the surrounding area give Mr. Shepard a call."
"I met Mr. Shepard when I was a prosecutor in Panama City. Rusty is an outstanding attorney, who fights for his clients. In addition to being an excellent advocate, Rusty is a wonderful father and friend. He understands how criminal cases affect families and truly takes those concerns to heart."
"Rusty is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."
"I highly endorse Rusty Shepard. He is an professional and dedicated to being an advocate for his clients!"
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2016
Top 100 DUI Attorneys - North Florida, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers (Criminal Law - North Florida), The National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 100 DUI Attorneys - North Florida, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers (Criminal Law - North Florida), The National Trial Lawyers
2015
10.0 "Superb" Rated, Avvo
2015
Nationally Ranked Superior DUI Attorney, The National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2014
Top 100 DUI Attorneys - North Florida, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers (Criminal Law - North Florida), The National Trial Lawyers
2014
10.0 "Superb" Rated, Avvo
2014
Nationally Ranked Superior DUI Attorney, The National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers (Criminal Law - North Florida), The National Trial Lawyers
2013
10.0 "Superb" Rated, Avvo
2011
Florida Bar President's Pro Bono Service Award, The Florida Bar
2011 - Present
Managing Member, Shepard Law
2004 - 2011
Partner, Appleman, Shepard & Trucks Law Offices, P.A.
2000 - 2004
Assistant State Attorney, Office of the State Attorney, 14th Judicial Circuit of Florida
2015 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (14th Judicial Circuit)Chapter Representative
2012 - Present
Bay County Chamber of CommerceMember
2012 - Present
Panama City Beach Chamber of CommerceMember
2006 - Present
St. Andrews Bay American Inn of CourtBarrister
2006 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Bay County chapter)Member
2005 - Present
Bay County Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
American Bar Association, Criminal Justice SectionMember
Member
2013 - 2013
Fourteenth Judicial Circuit, Indigent Services CommitteeMember
2011 - 2015
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Bay County Chapter)President
2010 - 2011
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Bay County chapter)Vice President
2007 - 2010
Bay County Bar AssociationPresident
2006 - 2007
Bay County Bar AssociationTreasurer
2003 - 2009
Florida Bar, Law Related Education CommitteeMember
2003 - 2009
Law Related Education Committee of the Florida BarMember
Not Guilty
Life Felony reduced to misdemeanor
Not Guilty of Sale of Cocaine
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
DUI Defense
2015
Ask Us Anything
2015
Social Security Disability
2014
Crime and Punishment
2014
Communcation and Conflict Resolution in Florida Courts
2013
Crime & Punishment
2013
Managing Conflict Through Communication
2013
Community Impact of Domestic Violence
2012
Ask Us Anything
2011
Professionalism in Practice Panel Discussion
2010
Professionalism in Practice Panel Discussion
2009
The Importance of Local Bar Membership
2003
Sex Case Evidence Collection
2002
Search and Seizure
2002
Evidence Collection in a Domestic Violence Case
2001
Search and Seizure
2001
Evidence Collection in a Domestic Violence Case
2008
2008
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