Kevin Wayne Shepherd

Kevin Wayne Shepherd

also known as Shepherd and Long, PC

4.1
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 39 years

Family Lawyer at Alcoa, TN
Practice Areas: Family, Wills & Living Wills, Personal Injury, Criminal Defense

232 Gill Street, Alcoa, TN

About Kevin

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 60%

Divorce, Custody, Juvenile Court, Grandparent Rights

36 years

60%
Wills and Living Wills 25%

Probate, Wills, POA, Will Contests.

36 years

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 39 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 1987

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Location

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232 Gill Street, Alcoa, TN, 37701

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Kevin Wayne Shepherd's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.1 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

5 star (18)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (5)

Posted by Baron | June 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Do NOT recommend!!!!

Had this law firm for 2 years 10 months went to court once, paid the retainer and then every I’ll they sent me since then then the only time I actually saw my lawyer in the almost 3 years was when I hired them then 2 years 9 months later when we finally got to go into the court room, was set off more... than 8 times with no clear explanation, and when I told them I’d take them 700 of the 950 I owed them from the court date I had a few months ago they said no we are dropping your case?

Posted by anonymous | December 5, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very disappointed

Greatly disappointed with this attorney. A complete waste of money and time. He didn’t do anything that he said he was going to do. After getting my retainer fee him him and his staff disappeared. Barely returning calls or messages. Never answering my questions.

Kevin Shepherd

Replied last December 8, 2021

I am surprised and concerned to read this anonymous review. Here, at Shepherd and Long, we work hard to keep client's informed and we have multiple methods of communication available. Each client is able to have their own client portal with our online service. This allows transmission of messages, uploading and downloading of documents, and complete online access to their file. Likewise, anytime a client wants to talk, all that is needed is to either email or call this office and ask for a phone appointment- or for an office appointment. Zoom sessions are encouraged as well. The review posted by this anonymous person does not reflect the typical client experience, and if this person would reach out to me and identify themselves and their concerns, we would do our best to understand what problems have been experienced and to find a solution.

Posted by David | August 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Job

Kevin represented me in my divorce. I came away with an excellent settlement of the marital estate. He gave me wise council and continuous support. I highly recommend him and his staff.

Posted by Gypsy | March 9, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best lawyer in Tennessee

I hired Kevin because my great granddaughter was adopted illegally in Campbell County and he was able to get everything dismissed!

Posted by Morgan | March 3, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best lawyer in Tennessee

Absolutely amazing if you don't choose Kevin Shepherd as your lawyer you're making a huge mistake! He is the most incredible man I have ever met he truly puts his whole heart into what he is doing. I have had many lawyer, but none who have made me feel like they care like Kevin does. He is determined... to make sure whatever he does is 100% to the best interest of his clients. What more could any client all for.

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Kevin Wayne Shepherd's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nicholas Armes

Unknown lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kevin is a wonderful lawyer and excellent mediator. He is very knowledgeable and truly understands his client's needs. I absolutely recommend him for people seeking legal help in and around Blount County."

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Benjamin Barnett

Family lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kevin is a great advocate for his clients. He stays on top of the difficult changes in our field and teaches a yearly update. clients are well served to choose his representation."

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Carolyn Gilliam

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Great Lawyer! I would absolutely endorse Kevin, and recommend him for anyone looking for a divorce attorney. I tried a divorce against Kevin, and he did a fantastic job fighting for his client's interest and acting in a professional manner that allowed his client to get the best result possible."

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Jessica Levine

Unknown lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. His knowledge of the law is extensive, he is dedicated to helping people know their rights, and he is a great communicator."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Vanessa Samano

Family lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I would recommend Kevin to any family member or loved one who was in search of a divorce or child custody lawyer who is truly dedicated to the best interests of his clients."

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Sean Cleary

Family lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Julia Spannaus

Family lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kevin Shepherd is a knowledgeable and dedicated attorney who will work hard to get his clients what they deserve. He knows the law and is well-respected by judges and attorneys alike."

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Nicholas Armes

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Samuel Tipton

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Jessica Levine

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Vanessa Samano

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Julia Spannaus

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Sam English

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1992 - Present

Owner/ Attorney, Shepherd and Long, P.C.

1990 - 1992

Assistant Public Defender, 5th Judicial District Public Defender's Office

1988 - 1990

Assistant District Attorney, 5th Judicial District Attorney's Office

1987 - 1988

Associate, Dunaway and Dunaway

Associations

2005 - Present

Blount County Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Weissfeld v Weissfeld, 2004 Tenn App Lexis 606

My client won on appeal

Baker v Baker, 1997 Tenn App Lexis 837

My client maintained primary custody of children, and Father was restricted from attempts to convert his children, unless the children initiated interests in his beliefs.

State v Akins, 867 S.W. 2d 350 ( Tenn App, 1993)

Client's conviction was overturned

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Education

1987

University of Tennessee

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

Le Tourneau University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Paternity Fraud Audio Seminar

Paternity Fraud

2014

Child Custody Modifications- Audio Seminar

Child Custody

2013

Family Law- Advanced Issues-

Family Law-

2013

Family Law Conference

Paternity and Other Disputes

2012

Law Conference for Tenn Practitioner's

Family Law Update

2012

Family Law from Start to Finish

Family Law

Publications

2013

Seminar Manual : Family Law- Advanced Issues Non-Traditional Family Structures and Paternity Disputes

2012

Seminar Manual : Family Law From Start to Finish Common, and Not So Common, Family Law Issues and Answers

Languages

English

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