Atty. Willard Shepard
Willard Shepard is one of the most trusted professionals in Florida. The attorney, Gulf War Air Force fighter pilot, and as a 6 time Emmy award winning investigative reporter and news anchor at NBC in Miami, Shepard guided thousands through hurricanes, turmoil in America’s streets, military conflicts, tragedies, presidential campaigns, and landmark court rulings.
Aviation & More Attorney · Serving Miami, FL · 15+ Years Experience
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About Willard Shepard at a Glance
Willard Shepard is an Of Counsel based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Rivkind & Margulies, P.A.. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on litigation, military, entertainment, and aviation. Admitted to practice in Florida (2011) and United States District Court for the Southern District of California (2011). Educated at Florida International University College of Law (J.D., 2010) and Temple University B.A. cum laude (—). Serves clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Willard Shepard
- Willard Shepard is one of the most trusted professionals in Florida
- The attorney, Gulf War Air Force fighter pilot, and as a 6 time Emmy award winning investigative reporter and news anchor at NBC in Miami, Shepard guided thousands through hurricanes, turmoil in America’s streets, military conflicts, tragedies, presidential campaigns, and landmark court rulings
- Shepard is on the board of the greater Miami aviation Association as well
- He has brought comfort, peace, and a sense of justice to families who turned to only him to deliver their message on the heels of an accident or disaster that forever altered their lives
- Now, Shepard is using his unique skill set and proven record of care in the toughest of times to put you, and your loved ones, in a far better place with the legal matter facing you
- If you or a family member has been injured, or have suffered the ultimate loss from an accident involving a vehicle, workplace, airplane, doctor’s error, or any mishap, Shepard’s wide ranging relationships and abilities in association with the team of experienced experts will make your time of need their top priority guiding you step by step with a one of a kind synergy using the legal tools at their disposal to gain you a sense of justice and the maximum financial result in the shortest time possible
- Shepard’s 3 plus decades as a highly trained aviator and FAA ground instructor gives him technical insight not just into an airplane mishap, but any transportation related injury
- Shepard is an expert in media operations and community outreach
- From his veteran experience, as an award-winning journalist and investigative reporter handling complex broadcast with significant legal components for the NBC owned and operated television station in Miami, he is the perfect person to develop media strategies for your company and its employees no matter your line of business
- His training teaches them to be at the top of their game for presentations, public speaking, media interviews, and remote video conferencing sessions that can be vital to your company closing the deal
- All this, while understanding the legal implications and constraints of your firm
- The end result is a higher profile for your company to attract new business, and increase your standing in your community
- Also, having positive relations already established if a crisis develops makes a vast difference in how your firm is viewed
- Therefore advance, a well thought out plan to be executed should your company, agency, or organization, face a dire situation when the world is watching is paramount
- Shepard’s combination of legal, broadcast, and journalism skills make him the perfect person for you if you believe you have been defamed, or where legal matters are already underway and his expertise can provide the insight to secure victory
- Shepard’s wide ranging experiences from flying over Iraq, to Florida’s worst hurricanes, to Washington, DC on January 6th, to life changing court rulings, to NASA launches make him an intriguing motivational speaker for your audience
- His message of setting a mission for your organization, empowering workers and giving them the training and equipment to succeed, then rewarding them and holding them accountable leaves those in attendance inspired
- Whether you are in private business, or in government service, organizations benefit greatly from his message
- Legal and Consulting Areas Personal Injury/Death Cruising and Boating Accidents Medical Malpractice Media Law & Consulting Aviation Law & Consulting Media Awards 6 Time Emmy TV Winner Investigative Reporter & Anchor NBC Miami Finalist White House Fellowship Program Awards: Associated Press, United Press International, Aviation and Space Writers Assn
- Military U.S
- Air Force Gulf War Fighter Pilot Awarded 6 Air Medals Strategic Planning Officer Distinguished Graduate Air Force Officer Training School Reserve Lt. Colonel Air Force Academy Liaison Officer Civilian Aviation FAA Commercial Instrument Pilot FAA Advanced Ground & Instrument Instructor
Practice Areas Explained
Willard Shepard's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Willard Shepard handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Miami.
Civil Litigation in Miami
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Military Law in Miami
Military attorneys for court-martial, discharge upgrades, veterans benefits, and military family matters.
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Entertainment & Sports Law in Miami
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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Aviation Law in Miami
Aviation attorneys for aircraft accidents, FAA regulation, pilot defense, and aviation industry matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Miami
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Miami are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Miami Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Miami-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 Miami Choose Willard 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 Willard Shepard's practice in the field of litigation, military, entertainment, and aviation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Willard Shepard brings 15+ 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 Florida and United States District Court for the Southern District of California, Willard Shepard can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering litigation, military, and entertainment, Willard Shepard can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Miami
A Miami-based practice means Willard 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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