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About Tazewell
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Tazewell's practice focuses on representing creditors in state courts and federal Bankruptcy Court, taxpayers before the IRS and the federal Tax Court, and transactional corporate work for businesses and individuals. Tazewell has worked for the U.S. State Department in Washington D.C. and Kingston, Jamaica and the National Labor Relations Board in Birmingham, Alabama.
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Alabama for 13 years
State: Alabama
Acquired: 2012
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Location
Sparkman Shepard & Morris, P.C.
303 Williams Avenue Southwest, Suite 1411, Huntsville, AL, 35801
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Tazewell Taylor Shepard IV's Reviews
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Posted by Jake | January 23, 2022 | Consulted Attorney
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Business
Good day, I am currently in need of an attorney to handle a purchase of construction equipment agreement. Let me Know if you can be of great assistance? Regards. Jake Williams
Posted by Ginger | March 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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Get Him on Your Side!
I hired Ty Shepard to help me with a serious business legal problem. He did a great job and was very understanding and supportive throughout the legal process. A great lawyer to have on your side!
Posted by Michelle | February 13, 2014
I Am Happy With Mr, Shepard's Work
Mr. Shepard is knowledgeable in both tax and insolvency matters, which is exactly what we needed. I am very happy with the results he got for us.
Posted by John | February 5, 2014
Helped our business out of a tight situation
Mr. Shepard helped my company resolve several complicated legal issues quickly and effectively. We greatly appreciate his help and would recommend him to clients and colleagues.
Posted by Barbara | May 3, 2013
Excellent! Happy Customer!
Tazewell helped my company draft important legal documents. He completed the work quickly. Afterwards he was easy to get on the telephone when I had questions. I would highly recommend this attorney.
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Experience
Honors
2011
CALI Award: Real Estate Development & Finance, University of Alabama School of Law
2011
CALI Award: Business Organizations, University of Alabama School of Law
2011
CALI Award: International Taxation, University of Alabama School of Law
2010
Stone, Granade & Crosby Award, University of Alabama School of Law
2010
CALI Award: Business Organizations, University of Alabama School of Law
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney, Sparkman, Shepard & Morris P.C.
2011 - 2012
American Citizen Services, United States Department Of State
2010 - 2010
Law Clerk, National Labor Relations Board
Associations
2014 - Present
Alabama State Bar, Taxation SectionMember
2014 - Present
Alabama State Bar, Bankruptcy and Commerical Law Section
2014 - Present
Committee of 100
2013 - Present
ACME ClubMember
2012 - Present
American Bar Association, Taxation SectionMember
2012 - Present
Alabama State BarMember
2012 - Present
Huntsville-Madison County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Alabama State Bar, Young Lawyers Section
2016 - 2017
Madison County Bar, Young Lawyers SectionPresident
2015 - 2016
Madison County Bar, Young Lawyers SectionPresident-Elect
2014 - 2015
Huntsville-Madison County Bar Association, Young LawyersTreasurer
2014 - 2016
Huntsville-Madison County Bar AssociationCLE Chair
2013 - 2014
Madison County Bar, Young Lawyers SectionExecutive Committee Member
2013 - 2014
Huntsville Madison County LeadershipConnect Class 16
Sample of Legal Cases
Anonymous v. Anonymous
Settlement in full
Anonymous v. Anonymous
Created valuation of the transfers used in settlement negotiations and mediation.
In re Anonymous
Worked out with IRS a payment plan and avoided any criminal issues.
Anonymous
Successfully obtained waiver of all penalties and accrued interest.
In re Anonymous
Successful recovery of large money judgment.
In re Anonymous
Successfully denied discharge to debtors in bankruptcy and recieved a default judgment as sanctions
In re Anonymous
Successfully defended President of debtor corporation in a Adversarial Proceeding to render President personally liable for the corporation's debts.
Anonymous v. Anonymous
Granted summary judgment for client accused of fraud while promoting a business
Education
2015
Boston University School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
2012
University of Alabama School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
College of William and Mary
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Sales & Use Tax in Alabama
Applicable Sales & Use Taxes in Alabama; Nexus; Dealing with a Sales and Use Tax Debt
2014
Randolph School Senior Day
Careers in Law
2014
Ironbowl CLE
Bankruptcy - Creditor's Perspective
2014
Huntsville High School Career Day
Careers in Law
2013
Sparkman High School Graduation
Sparkman Award
2013
Randolph Senior Day
Careers in Law
2012
Special Lectures at the American Embassy -- Kingston, Jamaica
American Foreign Policy and the Caribbean
2012
Non-Profit Conference
Resolving Wage and Hour Taxes Effectively
2011
Board of Directors Annual Meeting
Corporate Management and Best Practices
Publications
2014
Lorman Education Services publication
Sales and Use Taxes In Alabama
2012
American Citizen Services - Jamaica
New Immigration Protocols in Effect for American Citizens
2012
University of Alabama School of Law International Law Symposium
Synthesizing American and Australian Approached to Brownfield Redevelopment into Developing Nations’ Environmental Laws
2012
University of Alabama School of Law International Law Symposium
Protecting Workers’ Rights in China: Drawing from American and Israeli Law to Reform China’s Labor Practices
2009
Williamsburg Documentary Project
Business Development and Farmers Markets
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can a law firm be sued for intentional infliction emotional distress for litigating against a pro se litigant not in good faith?
12 Feb 2014
Q&A
If I agree to a Denial of Discharge under 11 U.S.C. 727, will all of my debts remain with me forever? Can I re-file immediately?
10 Feb 2014
Q&A
Can I file Chapter 13 separately from my spouse if my debt other than mortgage is solely in my name?
30 Jan 2014