Atty. Eric D. Shepherd
Eric D. Shepherd graduated from Oakland University in 2012 with a Bachelor of Arts and Sciences Degree in Political Science.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving St. Clair Shores, MI · 10+ Years Experience
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About Eric D. Shepherd at a Glance
Eric D. Shepherd is an Associate based in St. Clair Shores, Michigan, practicing at Ihrie O'Brien. They have 10+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2016. Their practice focuses on probate, criminal defense, estate planning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Michigan (2016). Educated at Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D. Honors, 2016) and Oakland University (B.S. Political, 2012). Active member of State Bar of Michigan Macomb County Bar Association. Serves clients in St. Clair Shores, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric D. Shepherd
- Eric D. Shepherd graduated from Oakland University in 2012 with a Bachelor of Arts and Sciences Degree in Political Science
- In 2016, Mr. Shepherd earned his Juris Doctor from Western Michigan Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- While attending Law School, Mr. Shepherd was the President of the Criminal Law Society
- Mr. Shepherd is the Assistant City Attorney for St. Clair Shores, Eastpointe, and Grosse Pointe Farms
- Mr. Shepherd's practice also involves Criminal Defense, Civil Litigation, Probate, and Estate Planning
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- Shepherd is licensed to practice in all State Court's throughout Michigan
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- Shepherd lives in Clinton Township, with his wife and daughter
- In his free time, Mr. Shepherd enjoys golfing and spending time with his family
- Professional Associations and Memberships State Bar of Michigan Macomb County Bar Association Macomb County Bar Foundation - Board of Directors
Practice Areas Explained
Eric D. Shepherd's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric D. Shepherd handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in St. Clair Shores.
Probate in St. Clair Shores
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Criminal Defense in St. Clair Shores
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Estate Planning & Probate in St. Clair Shores
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Civil Litigation in St. Clair Shores
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in St. Clair Shores
Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Clair Shores are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
St. Clair Shores Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a St. Clair Shores-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in St. Clair Shores Choose Eric D. Shepherd
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric D. Shepherd's practice in the field of probate, criminal defense, estate planning, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric D. Shepherd brings 10+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, criminal defense, and estate planning, Eric D. Shepherd can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in St. Clair Shores
A St. Clair Shores-based practice means Eric D. Shepherd attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Eric D. Shepherd Handles in St. Clair Shores
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Eric D. Shepherd has experience with under Michigan law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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