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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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2612 West 15th Street, Panama City, FL, 32401
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Posted by Joanetta | March 12, 2015 | Criminal Defense
A Lawyer that won't back down with giving it His All!
Rusty Shepard has represented my son on several criminal case that could have ruined his life! When every lawyer said no Rusty Shepard said yes! He was facing several felonies, and this man did not stop tell every stone was turn and facts were revealed! When I tell you God sent a miracle our way, Rus...
Posted by Joanetta | March 11, 2015 | Social Security Disability
This is an AWESOME LAWYER AND A MAN OF INTEGRITY!
I have known Rusty Shepard for ten years, he has impeccable staff! This man is loyal, compassionate, and trustworthy! I can tell you this man kept my heart and mine at ease through his representation, and kept his word through every conversation we had! Rusty is a beast in the courtroom, with all his...
Posted by anonymous | November 29, 2014
Effective and Professional
EFFECTIVE AND PROFESSIONAL: I would highly recommend Shepard Law. Rusty Shepard and his staff were very professional, responsive and effective. Mr. Shepard did an excellent job advising and providing me with knowledgeable and timely legal representation. His experience and hard work were instrumen...
Posted by Ernie | December 17, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Awesome Attorney of Compassion and Respect
Mr. Rusty Shepard did a phenomenal job of representing my son in a complicated case involving two states. He started working and gathering information during my initial phone call. He kept me informed every step of the way, and encouraged me to call with any questions I might have. Mr. Shepard also h...
Posted by Kyle | September 24, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Rusty is a fighter
Rusty Shepard was my criminal defense attorney who helped me with a situation while I was on vacation. When I called him, I immediately felt at ease that he was going to fight for me as my Florida defense attorney. He took care of my issue, and I didn't even have to make the long trip back to Flori...
"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 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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