Atty. Michael Thomas Shepherd

Atty. Michael Thomas Shepherd

Michael Thomas Shepherd is a lawyer practicing business litigation, insurance, construction law and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1968, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Chico Chico 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Thomas Shepherd at a glance

Michael Thomas Shepherd is a Member based in Chico, California, practicing at Law Offices Of Michael T Shepherd. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, business, construction, and product liability. Admitted to practice in California (1974), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1981), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1983), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1983). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1973) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Butte County Bar Association State Bar of California Association of Defense Counsel of Northern California American Board of Trial Advocates. Serands clients in Chico, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Thomas Shepherd is a lawyer practicing business litigation, insurance, construction law and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1968, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Michael practices at Law Offices of Michael T. Shepherd in Chico, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Thomas Shepherd's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

Michael Thomas Shepherd is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in California →

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.

Michael Thomas Shepherd is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Construction Law

Michael Thomas Shepherd is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in California →

Product Liability

Michael Thomas Shepherd is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 Chico 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 Michael Thomas Shepherd

Where is Michael Thomas Shepherd's law office located?
Michael Thomas Shepherd's law practice is located in Chico, California. The firm is Law Offices Of Michael T Shepherd. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Thomas Shepherd handle?
Michael Thomas Shepherd focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, business, construction, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Thomas Shepherd practiced law?
Michael Thomas Shepherd has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Michael Thomas Shepherd go to law school?
Michael Thomas Shepherd earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact Michael Thomas Shepherd for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Thomas 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 Michael Thomas Shepherd received?
Michael Thomas Shepherd's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1973
B.A.
University of California at Santa Barbara
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1990

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