Accountants & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 39+ Years Experience
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About John R. Shepperd at a Glance
John R. Shepperd is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Wilson Elser. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, and health care. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. District Court, Eastern, Southern and Western Districts of Texas (1987). Educated at University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 1986) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of DRI, Memberships & Affiliations Houston Bar Association State Bar of Texas Defense Research Institute. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John R. Shepperd
- Mr. John R. Shepperd is a lawyer practicing accountants, medical malpractice & health care, transportation and 5 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
- John practices at Wilson Elser in Houston, TX
Practice Areas Explained
John R. Shepperd's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John R. Shepperd handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Medical Malpractice in Houston
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Personal Injury in Houston
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.
John R. Shepperd is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Texas →
Health Care Law in Houston
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
John R. Shepperd is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston
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 venue, 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.
Houston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Houston-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 Houston Choose John R. Shepperd
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 John R. Shepperd's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John R. Shepperd brings 39+ 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 medical malpractice, personal injury, and health care, John R. Shepperd can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Houston
A Houston-based practice means John R. Shepperd 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 John R. Shepperd Handles in Houston
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John R. Shepperd has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact John R. Shepperd directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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