team-member

Courtney Lyn Shepard

Newport Beach, CA

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Divorce and Family

Language

English

About

Ms. Shepard graduated from UCLA, where she majored in political science with a business specialization. She earned her Juris Doctor degree, cum laude, from Whittier Law School, where she was a member of the Law Review, a Dean's List honoree and a fellow in the Center for Children's Rights where she received a scholarship.Additionally, Ms. Shepard served as on the Whittier Law School Trial Advocacy Honors Board while competing in national competitions. She has prior legal experience as a certified litigation law clerk with the Orange County Office of the District Attorney. In her spare time, Ms. Shepard volunteers with the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation and enjoys exercising, reading, cooking, travel and spending time with her family and friends.Courtney Shepard is an aggressive and passionate advocate for her clients. She exclusively practices family law and has been declared a Certified Family Law Specialist by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization.She has successfully litigated cases involving issues of child custody, child support, same sex marriages, spousal support, and attorney fees, and recently completed a nationally-recognized Trial Advocacy program which focused extensively on the litigation of child custody, support and complex business matters.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Family

Language

English

Contact

Burch Shepard Family Law Group20281 S. W. Birch St.Suite 100Newport Beach, CA, 92660

Office: (949) 397-6917

Website: N/A

Reviews

Joan
October 21, 2020

Courtney and her excellent staff made my difficult divorce case as smooth and easy on me as they could.

Brian
July 8, 2020

I hired Courtney Shepard after having been represented by two previous firms that didn't work out. I told Courtney in our first meeting that I wanted "to be a part of the process", and to let me be involved in all decisions. She did a great job of following-through with this request. She was up-front and honest with me about potential outcomes when we came to a major decision point. When I wanted something done, she and her team handled it quickly and professionally. I could feel at peace knowing that Courtney and her team understood my case and situation well-enough to allow the best possible outcome. In fact, they were able to negotiate settlement terms that one of my previous attorneys told me that I had "zero chance of getting". Working with Courtney's team, including Marietta Raqueno as associate attorney and Julie Nguyen as paralegal, I was able to get the level of legal representation that I was looking for. I called these three individuals my team, because they truly are a cohesive team of legal professionals. They made the divorce process so much less stressful than it could have been. I would not hesitate to recommend Courtney Shepard and her team to anyone in need of quality representation in their divorce.

anonymous
September 10, 2019

My narcissistic ex laughed when he saw her but what she may be lacking in stature she more than makes up for in skill and tenacity. She was an excellent advocate for my daughter and me & my ex was no match. Finally hired her after 5 years of being dragged back to court over and over - she ended it and in my favor tenfold.

Pam
June 26, 2019

I hired Courtney Shepard to help me get through a difficult divorce. She and her team worked very hard, and did a great job. They were quick to respond to my concerns and questions. Very professional and thorough. I highly recommend her and her firm, Burch, Coulston, and Shepard.

Alan
March 3, 2019

Courtney handled my divorce in 2018. As a non-practicing attorney I was acutely aware of the effort, knowledge, compassion and negotiating skills she brought to my case. She responded promptly to my questions and concerns and offered well-reasoned advice when needed. I recommend her highly to anyone who needs strong family law counsel.

Brad
September 5, 2017

Courtney may be small in stature, but she is a giant in knowledge and tenacity. I'd like to start of saying that Courtney handled two separate cases for me over the years, and delivered on all promises and then some. She knows the law inside and out, and was able to navigate some rather precarious situations with ease. In dealing with some people that have some questionable morals and ethics, she was able to maintain control in the courtroom without faultering once. She was realistic when it came to what I should expect in and out of the court room. She made sure I was held accountable for my actions at all times and was truly able to under promise and over deliver. I can't recommend Courtney and her Lawfirm enough. True brilliance in action is a site to behold. At this point I am comfortable with everything she was able to help me with, and I know that she will be the first call I make, if I have any other future issues that require the courts intervention.

Robert
September 4, 2017

Courtney is a great listener and stratagist. She is ALWAYS prepared for the unexpected. Stop here if you are looking for the best in Family Law. Call her now. Otherwise you are waisting precious time. Courtney wants you to win and increases your odds ten fold. I know.

anonymous
September 1, 2017

I am so glad that I chose Courtney to represent my case. We had several meetings before court and she was very helpful every step up the way. She was able to answer all my questions with confidence. She was very well prepared for my case and I would highly recommend anyone to use her services.

anonymous
November 22, 2016

Ms. Shepard was amazing in ensuring my divorce would be settled in a quick and beneficial manner. She is super knowledgeable and was always on top things. She was also very aggressive in ensuring I obtained a good settlement. Highly recommend Ms. Shepard!

anonymous
November 17, 2016

I would highly recommend Courtney to handle divorce and child custody case. She is smart, aggressive and responsive (she also has very good memory!) She was an impressive advocate for myself and my child.

Joan
October 21, 2020

Courtney and her excellent staff made my difficult divorce case as smooth and easy on me as they could.

Brian
July 8, 2020

I hired Courtney Shepard after having been represented by two previous firms that didn't work out. I told Courtney in our first meeting that I wanted "to be a part of the process", and to let me be involved in all decisions. She did a great job of following-through with this request. She was up-front and honest with me about potential outcomes when we came to a major decision point. When I wanted something done, she and her team handled it quickly and professionally. I could feel at peace knowing that Courtney and her team understood my case and situation well-enough to allow the best possible outcome. In fact, they were able to negotiate settlement terms that one of my previous attorneys told me that I had "zero chance of getting". Working with Courtney's team, including Marietta Raqueno as associate attorney and Julie Nguyen as paralegal, I was able to get the level of legal representation that I was looking for. I called these three individuals my team, because they truly are a cohesive team of legal professionals. They made the divorce process so much less stressful than it could have been. I would not hesitate to recommend Courtney Shepard and her team to anyone in need of quality representation in their divorce.

anonymous
September 10, 2019

My narcissistic ex laughed when he saw her but what she may be lacking in stature she more than makes up for in skill and tenacity. She was an excellent advocate for my daughter and me & my ex was no match. Finally hired her after 5 years of being dragged back to court over and over - she ended it and in my favor tenfold.

Pam
June 26, 2019

I hired Courtney Shepard to help me get through a difficult divorce. She and her team worked very hard, and did a great job. They were quick to respond to my concerns and questions. Very professional and thorough. I highly recommend her and her firm, Burch, Coulston, and Shepard.

Alan
March 3, 2019

Courtney handled my divorce in 2018. As a non-practicing attorney I was acutely aware of the effort, knowledge, compassion and negotiating skills she brought to my case. She responded promptly to my questions and concerns and offered well-reasoned advice when needed. I recommend her highly to anyone who needs strong family law counsel.

Brad
September 5, 2017

Courtney may be small in stature, but she is a giant in knowledge and tenacity. I'd like to start of saying that Courtney handled two separate cases for me over the years, and delivered on all promises and then some. She knows the law inside and out, and was able to navigate some rather precarious situations with ease. In dealing with some people that have some questionable morals and ethics, she was able to maintain control in the courtroom without faultering once. She was realistic when it came to what I should expect in and out of the court room. She made sure I was held accountable for my actions at all times and was truly able to under promise and over deliver. I can't recommend Courtney and her Lawfirm enough. True brilliance in action is a site to behold. At this point I am comfortable with everything she was able to help me with, and I know that she will be the first call I make, if I have any other future issues that require the courts intervention.

Robert
September 4, 2017

Courtney is a great listener and stratagist. She is ALWAYS prepared for the unexpected. Stop here if you are looking for the best in Family Law. Call her now. Otherwise you are waisting precious time. Courtney wants you to win and increases your odds ten fold. I know.

anonymous
September 1, 2017

I am so glad that I chose Courtney to represent my case. We had several meetings before court and she was very helpful every step up the way. She was able to answer all my questions with confidence. She was very well prepared for my case and I would highly recommend anyone to use her services.

anonymous
November 22, 2016

Ms. Shepard was amazing in ensuring my divorce would be settled in a quick and beneficial manner. She is super knowledgeable and was always on top things. She was also very aggressive in ensuring I obtained a good settlement. Highly recommend Ms. Shepard!

anonymous
November 17, 2016

I would highly recommend Courtney to handle divorce and child custody case. She is smart, aggressive and responsive (she also has very good memory!) She was an impressive advocate for myself and my child.