Atty. J Stephen Sheppard

Atty. J Stephen Sheppard

J Stephen Sheppard is a lawyer practicing entertainment, advertising, television and 3 other areas of law. J received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1962, and has been licensed for 60 years.

New York New York 60 yrs experience 60 year
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About J Stephen Sheppard at a glance

J Stephen Sheppard is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Cowan, DeBaets, Abrahams & Sheppard LLP. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on business and entertainment. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1966) and New York (1969). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1966) and Cornell University (B.A., 1962). Active member of Chair, Committee on Theatre and Performing Arts, The Association of the Bar of the City of New York New York State Bar Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • J Stephen Sheppard is a lawyer practicing entertainment, advertising, television and 3 other areas of law
  • J received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1962, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • J practices at Cowan, DeBaets, Abrahams & Sheppard LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

J Stephen Sheppard's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Jurisdictional Context

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Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about J Stephen Sheppard

Where is J Stephen Sheppard's law office located?
J Stephen Sheppard's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Cowan, DeBaets, Abrahams & Sheppard LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J Stephen Sheppard handle?
J Stephen Sheppard focuses on business, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has J Stephen Sheppard practiced law?
J Stephen Sheppard has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did J Stephen Sheppard go to law school?
J Stephen Sheppard earned their education at (J.D., 1966); (B.A., 1962).
How can I contact J Stephen Sheppard for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1966
B.A.
Cornell University
- 1962

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1966
New York
Admitted: 1969

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