I hired Rusty Shepard at Shepard Law in Panama City after I was arrested for DUI, and I can confidently say it was the best decision I could have made in this nightmare situation. From the first phone call, Rusty treated me like a person, not just another case. I was stressed and didn’t understand... what was going to happen or what was going on, but he walked me through everything. I had a million questions and he answered every single one without brushing me off. He explained what first appearance meant, what the following procedures and court dates entail, what the possible outcomes were, and what we needed to focus on currently and moving forward. He was very direct with how this could pan out but still took time and effort to make sure I felt heard and understood. As the case moved forward, he stayed on top of everything. He reviewed every little detail of the facts of my case with such care and thoughtfulness, explained the evidence to me in legal and plain english, and pointed out issues that I didn’t even know were issues. He kept me informed, answered my questions, and made himself available when I needed him. What really stood out was how prepared he was. When it came time to go to court with the case, it was clear he knew exactly what he was doing in a way that reflected years experience and clear preparation. He wasn’t just going through the motions, he was actively looking for weaknesses and pushing back where it mattered. In the end, my DUI charge was dismissed. I dont know if I would have gotten that outcome with anyone else. Rusty knows the system, puts in the work, and is willing to fight for his clients. If you’re in Panama City and dealing with a DUI or any criminal charge, I would strongly recommend Rusty Shepard and Shepard Law. He gave me the best experience i could have had in on of the scariest situations, and I am so grateful for that.