Atty. Mark Richard Shepherd

Atty. Mark Richard Shepherd

Mark Richard Shepherd is a lawyer practicing estate, business and tax planning, business law and 2 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from San Francisco State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark Richard Shepherd at a glance

Mark Richard Shepherd is a Shareholder based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Crist, Biorn, Shepherd & Roskoph A Professional Corporation. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1982). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 1987) and San Francisco State University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mark Richard Shepherd is a lawyer practicing estate, business and tax planning, business law and 2 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from San Francisco State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Mark practices at Crist, Biorn, Shepherd & Roskoph A Professional Corporation in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Richard Shepherd's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Richard Shepherd handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Mark Richard Shepherd is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

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.

Mark Richard Shepherd is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Mark Richard Shepherd is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Mark Richard Shepherd is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark Richard Shepherd

Where is Mark Richard Shepherd's law office located?
Mark Richard Shepherd's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Crist, Biorn, Shepherd & Roskoph A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Richard Shepherd handle?
Mark Richard Shepherd focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Mark Richard Shepherd practiced law?
Mark Richard Shepherd has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Mark Richard Shepherd go to law school?
Mark Richard Shepherd earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Mark Richard Shepherd for a consultation?
You can contact Mark Richard Shepherd 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.
What awards or recognition has Mark Richard Shepherd received?
Mark Richard Shepherd's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University
- 1987
B.A.
San Francisco State University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1982

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