Atty. Matthew Joseph Shepherd

Atty. Matthew Joseph Shepherd

Matthew Joseph Shepherd is a lawyer practicing commercial, personal injury, civil litigation and 3 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from Ouachita Baptist University in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years.

El Dorado El Dorado 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Joseph Shepherd at a glance

Matthew Joseph Shepherd is a personal injury, business, and litigation attorney based in El Dorado, Arkansas. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (2001), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Cir (2001), Louisiana (2002), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana (2003). Educated at University of Arkansas (J.D., 2001) and Ouachita Baptist University (B.A., 1998). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Union County (President, 2006), Arkansas (Member, House of Delegates, 2004—), Louisiana and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in El Dorado, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew Joseph Shepherd is a lawyer practicing commercial, personal injury, civil litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from Ouachita Baptist University in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Matthew practices in El Dorado, AR

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Joseph Shepherd's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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.

Matthew Joseph Shepherd is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Arkansas →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Matthew Joseph Shepherd is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Arkansas →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Matthew Joseph Shepherd is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Arkansas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arkansas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew Joseph Shepherd

Where is Matthew Joseph Shepherd's law office located?
Matthew Joseph Shepherd's law practice is located in El Dorado, Arkansas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Joseph Shepherd handle?
Matthew Joseph Shepherd focuses on personal injury, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arkansas.
How long has Matthew Joseph Shepherd practiced law?
Matthew Joseph Shepherd has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Matthew Joseph Shepherd go to law school?
Matthew Joseph Shepherd earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1998).
How can I contact Matthew Joseph Shepherd for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew Joseph 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 Matthew Joseph Shepherd received?
Matthew Joseph Shepherd's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas
- 2001
B.A.
Ouachita Baptist University
- 1998

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Cir
Admitted: 2001
Louisiana
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana
Admitted: 2003

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