$ 375-375 per hour
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Vanessa Jeffries Sheppard
Virtual Consultation Available
About Vanessa
Biography
Education
Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law, (J.D. 2010) (Cum Laude)
Southern Methodist University (B.A. 2006)
(Magna Cum Laude)
Representative Experience
Vanessa has developed a practical understanding of a wide range of issues and disputes related to family law and estate planning and she uses her experience, resolve, and sound judgment to craft effective solutions for your complex problems. She has worked on a variety of family law cases including divorce, asset protection, child custody, paternity, modification of custody and visitation, post-divorce enforcement issues, annulments, and common law marriages. Vanessa has also assisted clients in will preparations, drafting powers of attorney, and health directives. Vanessa believes one of the most important aspects of her practice is seeing the "big picture" and knowing that every person and every case is unique. Vanessa will effectively represent the individual interests of every client to help them achieve their legal goals.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Family
100%
16 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2015
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 15 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Vanessa Jeffries Sheppard's Reviews
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Posted by Irma | March 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Very happy with her services
Vanessa did an outstanding job with my case, I will be forever thankful to her. I was going through a very stressful/difficult custody case and she made the situation much better by showing compassion and positivity. I could not have asked for a better attorney.
Posted by Stephanie | September 25, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Extremely Professional, Knowledgeable, and Quick to Act all describe Vanessa and her work
When we needed legal assistance, we knew right away that Vanessa was the right person to turn to. As soon as we reached out to Vanessa with our legal issue, she was readily available to explain the processes and legal next steps. Not only that, she immediately empathized with our cause and was able t...
Vanessa Jeffries Sheppard's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have had the privilege of working with Vanessa on various premarital agreements. She is professional, courteous, intelligent and extremely responsive. She works hard for her clients and is able to weigh the practicalities and legal arguments for each case. She is creative in her settlement tactics and negotiations. I'd recommend this lawyer in a heartbeat to anyone in need of representation!"
"Vanessa is an extremely knowledgeable attorney who is a zealous, ethical advocate for her clients. She is a pleasure to handle cases with, and I regularly refer her cases when I have matters I am unable to handle due to time or conflicts."
"I have worked with and referred over many cases to Vanessa. Anytime I have a family law issue, I consult and refer my family and friends to her. Vanessa is prompt, diligent and compassionate. She is a zealous advocate for her clients. I enjoy working with her and have heard great feedback from the clients I have referred to her."
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"I highly recommend Vanessa for all family law matters!"
"I endorse this lawyer. She is my law partner at Farinacci & Sheppard Law, PLLC."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2022
Best Attorneys Under 40, D Magazine
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Best Attorneys Under 40, D Magazine
2020
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Stars, SuperLawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2016
Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
2015 Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
2014 Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Partner, Duffee + Eitzen, LLP
2017 - 2019
Associate Attorney, The Ashmore Law Firm
2013 - 2017
Partner, Farinacci & Sheppard Law, PLLC
2012 - 2017
Contract Attorney, Counsel On Call
2011 - 2012
Associate Attorney, Quilling, Selander, Lownds, Winslett & Moser
Associations
2016 - Present
The Annette Stewart Inn of CourtAssociate Member
2016 - Present
Attorneys Serving the Community (ASC)
2013 - Present
Dallas Bar Association, Probate, Trusts and Estate Section
2011 - Present
State Bar of Texas Family Law Section
2011 - Present
Dallas Bar Association, Family Law Section
2010 - Present
Dallas Bar Association
2010 - Present
Dallas Association of Young Lawyers
Education
2010
Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
Southern Methodist University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
Spanish