$ 250-400 per hour
Alan Shepard
About Alan
Biography
I am a civil litigator and trial lawyer focusing on defending high exposure construction and personal injury lawsuits.
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Licensed in California for 12 years
State: California
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Kennedy & Souza, APC
San Diego, San Diego, CA, 92126
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Posted by Brian | August 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Case settled well under demand amount
Alan handled an automobile accident case for my business professionally and had the case settled for a fraction of what the demand was for. I'd highly recommend this attorney.
Alan Shepard's Lawyer Endorsements
"Alan is extremely knowledgable in all things related to bankruptcy. He offered unsolicited advice on how to protect my firm's interests in attorney fees (both contractual and court ordered) during bankruptcy proceedings. He is truly a valuable asset to the San Diego legal community. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Alan Shepard is a exceptional researcher and writer. I had the pleasure of working with him on a case recently. Although lawyers are generally capable wordsmiths, Alan Shepard's workproduct stood out head and shoulders above what I am accustomed to seeing. I understand from his law school peers that he had that reputation even while in law school."
Benjamin Hoffman
Construction and development lawyer | Jun 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Alan is a brilliant attorney and great person to work with. I trust him with all my legal needs. He listens carefully, asks the right questions, and provides thoughtful advice."
"Alan is one of the hardest working attorneys I know. In all areas of practice, Alan's diligence, writing ability, and keen attention to detail affords his clients the absolute best in legal representation. I would highly recommend Alan to anyone looking for an excellent San Diego attorney!"
"I endorse this lawyer. I went to school with Alan. He was hard working and down to earth. He's a great guy and a great lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Academic Excellence Award - Real Property Finance, California Western School of Law
2013
Academic Excellence Award - Advanced Legal Writing, California Western School of Law
2012
Academic Excellence Award - Bankruptcy, California Western School of Law
2011
Academic Excellence Award - Property, California Western School of Law
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Associate, Kennedy & Souza
2022 - 2022
Supervising Trial Lawyer, Herman Law
2014 - 2019
Associate, Collinsworth Specht Calkins & Giampaoli, LLP
2011 - 2014
Associate Attorney, McMillan Law Group
Associations
2013 - Present
San Diego Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of CaliforniaMember
2012 - 2014
San Diego Regional Chamber of CommerceMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Gerlach v. K. Hovnanian's Four Seasons at Beaumont, LLC, 82 Cal. App. 5th 303
Defense verdict, followed by Court of Appeal Victory
Yakian v. Yakian (Nondischargeability Bankruptcy Trial)
Defense Verdict. Client able to fully discharge $600,000
Education
2013
California Western School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
National University
Master of Education
2003
Univ of California San Diego
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2013
2012
California Western Law Review
Does In Hiding: BitTorrent Pirates Veiled Behind International Seedboxes
2012
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I sue booking.com for wrong price of booking? Can I do it online?
22 Feb 2016
Q&A
Are small claims lawsuit hearings in San Diego County recorded? If not, can I pay to have it recorded?
01 Feb 2016
Q&A
I have bought SOD from Home depot for my lawn.Approx $ 600.00." AM SOD" is the name of the company. No one ever told me that SOD
16 Oct 2014