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"Aggressive, Competitive and Dedicated to making it right. Experience and preparation matter. I would love the opportunity to show you the difference."
Attorney Matthew B. Shepherd is no stranger to the Newaygo County area having grown up there and graduated from Newaygo High School in 1997. Matt then graduated from Indiana University in 2002 and recieved his Juris Doctorate Degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 2005.
Matt has been aggresively advocating for his client's rights since 2005 and possesses the personal and professional experience neccessary to meet the needs of his growing client base. The practice of law is and should be competitive-something that comes naturally to Matt as a former Division One Athlete.
Shepherd & Shepherd PC offers a free initial consultation at either one of their West Michigan Locations and routinely practices in Newaygo, Oceana, Muskegon, Kent, Ottawa, Mecosta, Montcalm, Mason and Allegan Counties.
Down to earth and down to business. Locations in Newaygo and Whitehall.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Child Custody
20%
21 years
Criminal Defense
20%
21 years | 900 cases
DUI and DWI
20%
21 years
Divorce and Separation
20%
21 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2017
Licenses
Licensed in Michigan for 20 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
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Posted by Nic | April 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
As advertised. Great result!!
I hired Matt Shepherd after being charged with a felony criminal case. He immediately made me feel comfortable and explained how everything works. I was very scared at first and did not know what to do. He was prepared and seemed to anticipate what was coming. He was able to get the three most ser...
Matthew Benjamin Shepherd's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is thoughtful, aggressive in representing his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Ryan Good
Family lawyer
Kevin Kozma
Divorce and separation lawyer
Robert Birach
Immigration lawyer
Britt Cobb
Criminal defense lawyer
Jon Shepherd
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2014
A Plus Rating, Better Buisiness Bureau
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Partner, Shepherd & Shepherd P.C.
2004 - 2005
Clerk, Michael, Jerow and Kinnman
2002 - 2004
Intern, Michael, Jerow and Kinnaman
Associations
2011 - Present
Criminal Defense Attorneys of MichiganMember
2006 - Present
Newaygo County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Michigan Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2013
Newaygo County Bar AssociationPresident
2010 - 2011
Newaygo County Bar AssociationVice Chair
Education
2005
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
Indiana University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English