Atty. Branch Masterson Sheppard

Atty. Branch Masterson Sheppard

Mr. Branch Masterson Sheppard is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, estate planning, financial services and 15 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Branch Masterson Sheppard at a glance

Branch Masterson Sheppard is a personal injury, estate planning, business, real estate, and bankruptcy attorney based in Houston, Texas. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in Texas (2001), U.S. District and Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas (2005), U.S. District and Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Texas (2006), and U.S. District and Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Texas (2006). Educated at South Texas College of Law, Houston, Texas (J.D., 2001) and St. Thomas Episcopal School, Houston, Texas magna cum laude University of St. Thomas, Houston, Texas (B.A. Political, 1997). Active member of ASSOCIATIONS: •State Bar of Texas •Houston Bar Association •Houston Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys •Houston Racquet Club. Provides legal services in Spanish. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Branch Masterson Sheppard is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, estate planning, financial services and 15 other areas of law
  • Branch received a degree from St. Thomas Episcopal School, Houston, Texas, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Branch practices in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Branch Masterson Sheppard's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Branch Masterson Sheppard handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Branch Masterson Sheppard is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Texas →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Branch Masterson Sheppard is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Branch Masterson Sheppard is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Texas →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Branch Masterson Sheppard is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Texas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Branch Masterson Sheppard

Where is Branch Masterson Sheppard's law office located?
Branch Masterson Sheppard's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Branch Masterson Sheppard handle?
Branch Masterson Sheppard focuses on personal injury, estate planning, business, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Branch Masterson Sheppard practiced law?
Branch Masterson Sheppard has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
What languages does Branch Masterson Sheppard speak?
Branch Masterson Sheppard provides legal services in Spanish. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Branch Masterson Sheppard go to law school?
Branch Masterson Sheppard earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A. Political, 1997).
How can I contact Branch Masterson Sheppard for a consultation?
You can contact Branch Masterson Sheppard directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law, Houston, Texas
- 2001
B.A. Political
St. Thomas Episcopal School, Houston, Texas magna cum laude University of St. Thomas, Houston, Texas
- 1997

Languages

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District and Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 2005
U.S. District and Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 2006
U.S. District and Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 2006
U.S. District and Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Texas
Admitted: 2006
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 2012

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