Atty. Mark Steven Shepard
Mark Steven Shepard is a lawyer practicing estate planning and administration, business succession planning, chancery litigation and 5 other areas of law. Mark received a B.B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years.
Business & Succession Planning & More Attorney · Serving Richmond, VA · 34+ Years Experience
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About Mark Steven Shepard at a Glance
Mark Steven Shepard is a Partner based in Richmond, Virginia. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1992) and U.S. Tax Court (1993). Educated at George Mason University School of Law (J.D., 1992) and University of Massachusetts (B.B.A. Acct., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Steven Shepard
- Mark Steven Shepard is a lawyer practicing estate planning and administration, business succession planning, chancery litigation and 5 other areas of law
- Mark received a B.B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Mark practices in Richmond, VA
Practice Areas Explained
Mark Steven Shepard's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Steven Shepard handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Richmond.
Trusts in Richmond
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Probate in Richmond
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Estate Planning & Probate in Richmond
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Mark Steven Shepard is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Virginia →
Business & Corporate Law in Richmond
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Mark Steven Shepard is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →
Real Estate Law in Richmond
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Richmond
Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Richmond are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Richmond Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Richmond-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 Richmond Choose Mark Steven 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 Mark Steven Shepard's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Steven Shepard brings 34+ 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 Virginia and U.S. Tax Court, Mark Steven Shepard can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, Mark Steven Shepard can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Richmond
A Richmond-based practice means Mark Steven Shepard attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Mark Steven Shepard Handles in Richmond
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mark Steven Shepard has experience with under Virginia 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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