Atty. R Jerome Shepherd

Atty. R Jerome Shepherd

R Jerome Shepherd is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, torts, personal injury. R received a B.S. degree from University of Kentucky in 1967, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About R Jerome Shepherd at a glance

R Jerome Shepherd is a Member based in Cleveland, Tennessee, practicing at R. Jerome Shepherd. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1969) and Tennessee (1975). Educated at Emory University (J.D. Emory, 1969) and University of Kentucky (B.S., 1967). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Cleveland, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • R Jerome Shepherd is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, torts, personal injury
  • R received a B.S. degree from University of Kentucky in 1967, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • R practices at R. Jerome Shepherd in Cleveland, TN

Practice Areas Explained

R Jerome Shepherd's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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.

R Jerome Shepherd is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about R Jerome Shepherd

Where is R Jerome Shepherd's law office located?
R Jerome Shepherd's law practice is located in Cleveland, Tennessee. The firm is R. Jerome Shepherd. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does R Jerome Shepherd handle?
R Jerome Shepherd focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has R Jerome Shepherd practiced law?
R Jerome Shepherd has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did R Jerome Shepherd go to law school?
R Jerome Shepherd earned their education at (J.D. Emory, 1969); (B.S., 1967).
How can I contact R Jerome Shepherd for a consultation?
You can contact R Jerome 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 R Jerome Shepherd received?
R Jerome Shepherd's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D. Emory
Emory University
- 1969
B.S.
University of Kentucky
- 1967

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1969
Tennessee
Admitted: 1975

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