Atty. Jonathan Thomas Shepard
Jonathan Thomas Shepard is a lawyer practicing entertainment, investment management group, litigation and 6 other areas of law. Jonathan received a degree from Syracuse University, and has been licensed for 24 years.
Entertainment & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 24+ Years Experience
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About Jonathan Thomas Shepard at a Glance
Jonathan Thomas Shepard is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Pryor Cashman Llp. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on business, trade secrets, litigation, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (2002) and U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York (2004). Educated at Syracuse University College of Law (JD, 2001) and Syracuse University Providence College B.A. (—). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jonathan Thomas Shepard
- Jonathan Thomas Shepard is a lawyer practicing entertainment, investment management group, litigation and 6 other areas of law
- Jonathan received a degree from Syracuse University, and has been licensed for 24 years
- Jonathan practices at Pryor Cashman LLP in New York, NY
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Jonathan Thomas Shepard's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan Thomas Shepard handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Trade Secrets in New York
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Civil Litigation in New York
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Mediation & Arbitration in New York
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
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Appellate Practice in New York
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Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
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 venue, 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose Jonathan Thomas Shepard
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 Jonathan Thomas Shepard's practice in the field of business, trade secrets, litigation, adr, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jonathan Thomas Shepard brings 24+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, Jonathan Thomas Shepard can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, trade secrets, and litigation, Jonathan Thomas Shepard can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Jonathan Thomas Shepard 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 Jonathan Thomas Shepard Handles in New York
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