Koryn Kathryn Sheppard

Koryn Kathryn Sheppard

also known as Koryn K. Sheppard, CFLS, K. Sheppard Family Attorney

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Family Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

6977 Navajo Rd., 706, San Diego, CA

About Koryn

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Alimony 20%

17 years

20%
Child Custody 20%

17 years

20%
Child Support 20%

17 years

20%
Family 20%

17 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 17 years

State: California

Acquired: 2009

Active

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Location

K. Sheppard Family Attorney

6977 Navajo Rd., 706, San Diego, CA, 92119

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Koryn Kathryn Sheppard's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2015 | Child Custody

Abandoned in my hour of need

I had a unique case that required meticulous attention to detail and understanding of the law. Koryn seemed to poses those attributes. She was very prompt, easy to talk to and appeared to have a good handle and understanding of not just the case but the law. I would have high regards for her if s...he had not committed the devastating mistake of advising me to withdraw from voluntary services with CPS. CPS moved to remove my children from my custody as a direct result of following her advice and at the moment of trial she didn't even show up. Instead she sent her "Partner" who had zero knowledge of my case. I lost custody of my children following her advice and her partner didn't even attempt to fight in court during the trial. How could he? He was not my attorney nor was he familiar with my case. Adding insult to injury, she pawned me off on her partner from that moment forward without even an apology for what she did . She disappeared. I quickly found out that there are certain things you simple don't do when it comes to CPS and seems to be common knowledge with anyone who has ANY experience with CPS. Not participating in Voluntary Services is one of them. Clearly she didn't have the experience necessary and she should of disclosed that but to abandon us after her failure is shameful. She moves on as my children and I still struggle to reunite.

Koryn Sheppard

Replied last October 26, 2015

Oh what a tangled web we weave.... This is substantively and factually inaccurate and missing key information. However, I refuse to violate privilege.

Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2015 | Power Of Attorney

Time of Need

I called Koryn with an urgency for a Power of Attorney issue. She arrived at my father's rehab within a couple of hours with the documents in hand. Thanks to her expediency, our family was able to comprehensively address all matters relative to my father's care.

Posted by Tyson | April 10, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Koryn Sheppard, Top Notch Lawyer!

I had Koryn work on my personal dealings that involved court a few years back. She was professional and i got great service. Since then she has helped numerous friends and my nephew with Dui's, divorce, child support and a few other things. All of them are very grateful and happy with her service and... how comfortable and easy she is to work with. She is honest, trustworthy, direct, to the point, does the research, hard worker, and has integrity and grit! I will continue to recommend her!

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Koryn Kathryn Sheppard's Lawyer Endorsements

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Vera Livingstone

Family lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I've consistently recognized Koryn as a talented, knowledgeable, and empathetic attorney. I recently had a trial against Koryn. I heartily endorse her as an excellent advocate who can promote her client's case while maintaining a professional relationship with opposing counsel. The Court thanked both attorneys for representing our clients so well. Koryn is a good bet for any litigant in San Diego."

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Tamra Lett

Family lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Sheppard is responsive, direct, and always professional even in the most uncivil of cases. She brings peace of mind to her clients, while showing respect to her colleagues."

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Kelli Avallone

Family lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Koryn is a highly skilled litigator and a bulldog in the court room. She is always honest with her clients, sets clear expectations, and is willing to work with her opposing counsel. I found working with Koryn delightful, though she challenged me, we both achieved a positive outcome for our clients and helped them avoid a bloody court battle - though she was prepared for one if need be."

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Anna Romanskaya

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Koryn is a pleasure to work with. We were opposing counsel on a challenging divorce matter and despite the challenges between our clients, Koryn remained professional and responsive throughout the process. I highly endorse her."

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Raul Maravilla

Family lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Sheppard sets a high bar when it comes to real advocacy. Her professionalism and knowledge of the law allow her to focus on the important issues in her cases and what matters the most for her clients."

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Kathlynn Cadiente

Family lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"Attorney Sheppard is a highly skilled, knowledgeable, and talented attorney. She aggressively advocates on behalf of her clients and comes up with creative resolutions to her client's problems."

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Amy West

Family lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I first met Koryn when she and I worked as opposing counsel on a vicious custody case. As a legal professional, I truly appreciated Koryn's ability to zealously advocate for her client, while remaining professional and courteous to me, the Court, and minor's counsel. She is very knowledgeable -- working with and/or against her is a pleasure."

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Julie Wolff

Child custody lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a fierce advocate for her clients."

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Traci Hoppes

Family lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I strongly endorse Koryn Sheppard. I first met Koryn when opposing her on a difficult case with high conflict family law clients. Koryn took the time to reasonably discuss the issues with me outside of court in an effort to settle, but was also well-prepared and strongly advocated for her client at the time of the hearings. She is obviously very knowledgeable about the law and I enjoyed working with her on our case in spite of difficult clients."

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Richard Porter

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Friend

"Koryn is highly intelligent, experienced, and motivated. She is a forceful advocate, what we'd call "a real lawyer." Yet, she is so warm and friendly, it is a pleasure to work with her. I do not hesitate to call Koryn if I have a question that touches on any aspect of family law."

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Genevieve Suzuki

Family lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Koryn is an intelligent, thoughtful attorney. If you want a lawyer who is no-nonsense and will tell you like it is, she's your person. As a fellow attorney in the community, I can tell you I enjoy working with her because she is reasonable and won't misrepresent the situation to her client just to increase her billable hours. I highly endorse Koryn."

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Daniel Warren

Family lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Koryn is a very knowledgeable attorney that zealously represents her clients. She is very familiar with the family code as well as other areas of law. She is a great advocate for each client she represents."

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Anton Georghiou

Family lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"This Attorney is my partner and I endorse her work."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California

2005

Dean's List, California Western School of Law

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Attorney/Owner, K. Sheppard Family Attorney

2023 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Thomas Jefferson School Of Law

2022 - 2023

Associate, Higgs Fletcher & Mack

2019 - 2022

Attorney, Primus Family Law

2015 - 2015

Associate, Fischer & Van Thiel, LLP

2015 - 2019

Associate, Law & Mediation Offices Of Garrison Klueck

2014 - 2014

Associate, Stassinopolus and Schweitzer

2012 - 2014

Associate, Goldberg Jones

2009 - 2015

Attorney/Owner, Sheppard & Lakshin

2009 - 2012

Partner, Sheppard & Lakshin

2008 - 2008

Law Clerk/Office Manager, Liberty Lawyers

2006 - 2006

Judicial Extern, Chamber of Federal Magistrate Judge Battaglia

2006 - 2006

Certified Legal Intern, Office Of The Public Defender

2006 - 2006

Intern, United States Attorney's Office

Associations

2024 - Present

Irish American Bar Association

Member

2023 - Present

Lawyers Club of San Diego

Member

2023 - Present

California Women Lawyers

Member

2015 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2009 - Present

San Diego Bar Association

Member

San Diego County Bar Association

Member

2023 - 2023

San Diego Family Law Bar Association

Board Member

2015 - 2018

Foothills Bar Association

President, Vice President, Secretary

Education

2007

California Western School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

University of California - Los Angeles

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2016

San Diego County Bar Association publication Davis Case- Foothills County Bar Newsletter

Languages

English

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