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

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by David | August 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

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 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

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 Heather | August 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Highly Recommended - Got the Job Done!

I want to thank Mr. Shepherd and his staff for handling my custody matter. My issue was an interstate matter between TN & GA and probably not a common issue, but with Mr. Shepherd's client first approach we were able to get a favorable decision. His office is very responsive and kept me informed ever...y step of the way. I also really appreciated the fact that he uses up to date technology which made it very easy to communicate and to stay organized. Since my issue was an emergency I needed a prompt response; I contacted several law offices within minutes of each other and his office was the most professional because they were able to address my issue with the urgency I requested while most of the other offices business lines went to voicemail. I highly recommend him to any one in need of a family law attorney.

Posted by Will | April 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

All-around great attorney

Kevin and his team are responsive, empathetic, and knowledgeable. The entire team remained aware of my case notes, and I was always up to date on how things were proceeding. If you need a family law attorney...divorce, custody...I can definitely recommend Kevin and his team. I have to think that the ...same level of great service translates into other areas of law and I would certainly encourage you to consult with Kevin and his team.

Posted by Joshua | May 04, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Awesome Lawyer!

I hired Mr Shepherd to assist me in obtaining a Divorce from my wife. He was Outstanding, not only in the Divorce, but also in the custody case for my son. We won both cases. He kept me informed of each step throughout the entire process through both cases. He did an OUTSTANDING Job! If I ever need t...he services of an Attorney again, I will not have to look any farther than Kevin Shepherd. I have already recomended his services to friend and she also won her case as well. I would definately recommend his services to anyone in need of an Attorney.

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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

Family lawyer

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Vanessa Samano

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Julia Spannaus

Family lawyer

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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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