also known as Koryn K. Sheppard, CFLS, K. Sheppard Family Attorney
As a Certified Family Law Specialist, Koryn Sheppard has a reputation for balancing reasonableness with forcefulness. As an undergraduate, Koryn got her bachelor’s degree in Philosophy. From that, she has over the 11 years she has been practicing Family Law honed the skills to analyze complex issues from several angles to find unique solutions that often resolve the most difficult cases. Koryn Sheppard is a warrior, both in the courtroom and outside of it. She focuses on logical and intellectual solutions while advocating her client’s position. As the child of divorce herself, she knows that avoiding a lengthy and expensive court battle is one of the greatest services an attorney could offer a client. As a result, she has a remarkable track record of success. Koryn lives out her guiding quote: “The greatest victory is that which requires no battle” (Sun Tzu, The Art of War).
Koryn Sheppard is a California native. She was an honors student at UCLA as an undergraduate. She moved to San Diego in 2004 and attended California Western School of Law. While there, she was on the dean's list and received academic honors. During her law school career she participated in numerous internships and externships, including the Public Defender's office, The Bail Project, Office of the United States Attorney, and the chambers of Federal Magistrate Bataglia. She also held leadership roles in on-campus associations. Koryn graduated near the top of her class and received an "amjur" (the highest grade possible) in several classes. Koryn is a writer and has also had several items published. She also enjoys reading and outdoor sports, including rock climbing and martial arts, and loves animals. Koryn is a member of the American Bar Association and San Diego County Bar Association.
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Acquired: 2009
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6977 Navajo Rd., 706, San Diego, CA, 92119
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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...
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...
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2005
Dean's List, California Western School of Law
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
2024 - Present
Irish American Bar AssociationMember
2023 - Present
Lawyers Club of San DiegoMember
2023 - Present
California Women LawyersMember
2015 - Present
San Diego County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2009 - Present
San Diego Bar AssociationMember
Member
2023 - 2023
San Diego Family Law Bar AssociationBoard Member
2015 - 2018
Foothills Bar AssociationPresident, Vice President, Secretary
2007
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
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