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Justin Shepherd

Nashua, NH

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

DUI and DWI

Language

English

About

 Attorney Justin Shepherd has been selected by the American Society of Legal Advocates as one of the top criminal defense lawyers in the State of New Hampshire for 2014. This award is based on Attorney Shepherd's stellar legal credentials and his proven commitment to community engagement, leadership and the highest professional standards.  Attorney Shepherd was voted 'Best of Nashua' 2014, 2015 & 2016.  Attorney Justin Shepherd covers cases across New Hampshire and Massachusetts Attorney Justin Shepherd has been named by the National Trial Lawyers as a "Top 40 under 40" lawyer for his superior qualifications, trial results and leadership.Education:Justin graduated Cum Laude from Suffolk University in 1997 with a major in American History. Justin graduated with honors from Suffolk University and was a member of the Delta Alpha Pi Honor Society for academic achievement. Justin graduated from Suffolk Law School in May of 2000 with honors. Justin has guest lectured at Curry College, Riviere College and teaches trial techniques for the International Association of Arson Investigators.Background:Justin Shepherd has been fighting for defendants, victims, and the wrongfully accused ever since his first day as a lawyer back in October of 2000. Justin began his legal career as a criminal defense attorney with the New Hampshire Public Defender's Office. During his four years as a public defender, Justin zealously fought for and compassionately stood by all of his clients in criminal courts throughout southern New Hampshire. Justin's steadfast dedication to serving the most underprivileged of our society taught him that there is always something more a lawyer can do to help his client. By working with investigators and other talented lawyers, Justin learned that there are always two sides to every story.With a heart for public service, Justin decided that in order to grow as a lawyer, he became a prosecutor with the Rockingham County Attorney's Office. During this time Justin worked diligently to find fair and just resolutions to every felony, misdemeanor and DWI case for which he was responsible. Justin's legal talent and trial skills brought him to the attention of the Hillsborough County Attorney's Office, where he was offered a position prosecuting serious felonies such as rape, arson, child molestations, robberies and other violent crimes.In July of 2007, Justin decided that the time had come for him to find new ways to help people. Attorney Shepherd entered into private practice with a focus on criminal defense.  Attorney Shepherd handles all types of criminal matters across New Hampshire. 

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

DUI and DWI

Domestic Violence

Language

English

Contact

Justin Shepherd102 Amherst StreetNashua, NH, 03064102 Amherst StreetNashua, NH, 03064

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Derek
February 19, 2022

Justin is an excellent attorney! He worked tirelessly on my behalf eventually getting my charges reduced. I owe him a great debt of gratitude. Justin would be my first choice should I ever need legal assistance again Justin took an interest in understanding my background, my family situation and discussing the various case outcomes could be and fought for my best possible outcome. Attorney Shepherd, is a great negotiator.

Natalie
February 16, 2022

If I weren't for Justin my life would be turning out alot differently.i can't fully express my gratitude.

Debra
December 15, 2021

I met Justin in Nashua courthouse some 10-15 years ago, he was an attorney and I was a guardian ad listen. Since then he has helped me to help my kids with various issues and has always done it, JUST RIGHT!! He also fixed a sticky situation for me, that should have never been brought to court in the first place, but given all the tools and knowledge Justin has things all turned around, THANK YOU ATTY SHEPHERD, I am forever indebted to you, hopefully I won’t need anything from you in the future, but if I do, safe to say…I’ve got you in my corner. Anyone would be very lucky to have him represent them.

James
October 6, 2021

Justin helped me with my case. He was amazing. He made things so easy. Very straight forward and did what he said he was going to do. The best lawyer hands down. Wouldn't want anyone but him to represent me. Beyond highly recommended. Thanks again Justin.

Bridget
September 19, 2021

I have been lucky to have Attorney Shepherd represent me in two cases, one of which involved a felony and he got it changed to a misdemeanor. I would have lost a 30-yr career if he wasn't able to. He really is the best in Nashua!

paul
June 11, 2021

Attorney Shepherd represented my son in a violation of probation case. My son was facing 4 years and Attorney Shepherd negotiated a six month sentence which was great. Several months later the prison appeared to be breaking the deal. Although he was no longer my son's attorney my son asked me to call him. My call was promptly returned. and I explained the situation to him. We spoke for about 30 minutes or so and he offered to send some forms to my son that would be helpful in addressing the issue. He could have easily said I no longer represent your son so I can't help you. He took his own unpaid time to point me in the right direction and to send helpful forms to my son. This guy has empathy. If you need a lawyer that cares, Justin Shepherd is your guy.

Amanda
May 12, 2021

Justin is a amazing lawyer . When I caught myself in some trouble he was there for everything and not just like any lawyer he always made sure to make me feel comfortable not just like some criminal. Justin had stayed on top of everything for me he even helped me get my daughter back when I got out of prison. There are no words in this world to say on how great of a lawyer Justin really is!!!!!

Amanda
April 8, 2021

My experience with attorney shepherd has been amazing. He definitely goes above and beyond for his clients. I highly recommend him for your case. His compassion dosent go unnoticed and he treats you like a friend and not just another number. Thank you again

Matthew
June 20, 2018

I can honestly say I couldn't have asked for a better Lawyer than Justin Shepherd. Long story short, I was 17 years old charged with accomplice to attempted murder, facing 25 years to life when I shouldn't have been. My friend got into a fight where things escalated quickly and my friend ended up pulling a machete out of his pants and slicedthe person in forehead and the arm. (The person was out of the hospital later that day...it wasn't life threatening injuries). Right after that happened my friend ran back into my car which I ran to and I got in my car and he told me to leave. I wasn't going to tell him no or to get out because at that time I had no clue what was going through his mind and what he would do if I told him either of those things. I had no idea and still can't believe he had that hidden in his pants somehow. I have never physically hurt a single person in my life. All I did was drive my friend away but yet the court wanted to give me 25-life. The lawyers I had before Justin didn't believe my side of the story and I was going to be in prison the rest of my life. Luckily, I finally ended up with Justin Shepherd and he was open ears to hear my side of the story and was the only one who believed me. He was very kind, compassionate, understanding, and treated me like a human being not just a client. Mr. Shepherd worked and fought meticulously to get the courts to see my side of the story and that the charges were way too excessive. After everything was said and done, he got my charges dropped down to a Class A Misdemeanor of Hindering Apprehension. Which means I prevented the arrested of my friend because I drove him away from after a crime happened. I ended up with time served and 1 year of probation. I can't thank Justin Shepherd enough, I feel like I owe him my life because he has saved mine. I would be in prison on a 25-Life sentence if it wasn't for him! I would recommend anyone with legal issues to hire Justin Shepherd!

Amanda
June 13, 2018

I was personally dealing with a bad criminal history of habitual matter. I was charged with a felony for the first time and I didn't know what to do. I found attorney Justin Sheperd and I'm so glad I chose him. When I spoke to him he had a kind and compassionate manner that calmed me down. He reassured me that there will be no jail time "buddy" as he would like to use as term of endearment. He stayed on top of everything even going above and beyond to speak with local police to get my charge dropped down along with the prosecutor to give her a heads up which helped tremendously. I was easily facing one year in jail which I know I couldn't handle. The outcome was amazing! He miraculously got my charges dropped to a misdemeanor six months deferred and one year sentence suspended. I cannot thank him enough. He is easy to work with and never made me feel he judged me. I highly recommend Attorney Sheperd to represent anyone dealing with a case like mine or similar. He's trustworthy and will treat you with the utmost respect! He's a lawyer with a heart but will also tell you that you need to stay out of trouble stop being a "baodass"LOL. Thumbs up up up way up for this guy!

Derek
February 19, 2022

Justin is an excellent attorney! He worked tirelessly on my behalf eventually getting my charges reduced. I owe him a great debt of gratitude. Justin would be my first choice should I ever need legal assistance again Justin took an interest in understanding my background, my family situation and discussing the various case outcomes could be and fought for my best possible outcome. Attorney Shepherd, is a great negotiator.

Natalie
February 16, 2022

If I weren't for Justin my life would be turning out alot differently.i can't fully express my gratitude.

Debra
December 15, 2021

I met Justin in Nashua courthouse some 10-15 years ago, he was an attorney and I was a guardian ad listen. Since then he has helped me to help my kids with various issues and has always done it, JUST RIGHT!! He also fixed a sticky situation for me, that should have never been brought to court in the first place, but given all the tools and knowledge Justin has things all turned around, THANK YOU ATTY SHEPHERD, I am forever indebted to you, hopefully I won’t need anything from you in the future, but if I do, safe to say…I’ve got you in my corner. Anyone would be very lucky to have him represent them.

James
October 6, 2021

Justin helped me with my case. He was amazing. He made things so easy. Very straight forward and did what he said he was going to do. The best lawyer hands down. Wouldn't want anyone but him to represent me. Beyond highly recommended. Thanks again Justin.

Bridget
September 19, 2021

I have been lucky to have Attorney Shepherd represent me in two cases, one of which involved a felony and he got it changed to a misdemeanor. I would have lost a 30-yr career if he wasn't able to. He really is the best in Nashua!

paul
June 11, 2021

Attorney Shepherd represented my son in a violation of probation case. My son was facing 4 years and Attorney Shepherd negotiated a six month sentence which was great. Several months later the prison appeared to be breaking the deal. Although he was no longer my son's attorney my son asked me to call him. My call was promptly returned. and I explained the situation to him. We spoke for about 30 minutes or so and he offered to send some forms to my son that would be helpful in addressing the issue. He could have easily said I no longer represent your son so I can't help you. He took his own unpaid time to point me in the right direction and to send helpful forms to my son. This guy has empathy. If you need a lawyer that cares, Justin Shepherd is your guy.

Amanda
May 12, 2021

Justin is a amazing lawyer . When I caught myself in some trouble he was there for everything and not just like any lawyer he always made sure to make me feel comfortable not just like some criminal. Justin had stayed on top of everything for me he even helped me get my daughter back when I got out of prison. There are no words in this world to say on how great of a lawyer Justin really is!!!!!

Amanda
April 8, 2021

My experience with attorney shepherd has been amazing. He definitely goes above and beyond for his clients. I highly recommend him for your case. His compassion dosent go unnoticed and he treats you like a friend and not just another number. Thank you again

Matthew
June 20, 2018

I can honestly say I couldn't have asked for a better Lawyer than Justin Shepherd. Long story short, I was 17 years old charged with accomplice to attempted murder, facing 25 years to life when I shouldn't have been. My friend got into a fight where things escalated quickly and my friend ended up pulling a machete out of his pants and slicedthe person in forehead and the arm. (The person was out of the hospital later that day...it wasn't life threatening injuries). Right after that happened my friend ran back into my car which I ran to and I got in my car and he told me to leave. I wasn't going to tell him no or to get out because at that time I had no clue what was going through his mind and what he would do if I told him either of those things. I had no idea and still can't believe he had that hidden in his pants somehow. I have never physically hurt a single person in my life. All I did was drive my friend away but yet the court wanted to give me 25-life. The lawyers I had before Justin didn't believe my side of the story and I was going to be in prison the rest of my life. Luckily, I finally ended up with Justin Shepherd and he was open ears to hear my side of the story and was the only one who believed me. He was very kind, compassionate, understanding, and treated me like a human being not just a client. Mr. Shepherd worked and fought meticulously to get the courts to see my side of the story and that the charges were way too excessive. After everything was said and done, he got my charges dropped down to a Class A Misdemeanor of Hindering Apprehension. Which means I prevented the arrested of my friend because I drove him away from after a crime happened. I ended up with time served and 1 year of probation. I can't thank Justin Shepherd enough, I feel like I owe him my life because he has saved mine. I would be in prison on a 25-Life sentence if it wasn't for him! I would recommend anyone with legal issues to hire Justin Shepherd!

Amanda
June 13, 2018

I was personally dealing with a bad criminal history of habitual matter. I was charged with a felony for the first time and I didn't know what to do. I found attorney Justin Sheperd and I'm so glad I chose him. When I spoke to him he had a kind and compassionate manner that calmed me down. He reassured me that there will be no jail time "buddy" as he would like to use as term of endearment. He stayed on top of everything even going above and beyond to speak with local police to get my charge dropped down along with the prosecutor to give her a heads up which helped tremendously. I was easily facing one year in jail which I know I couldn't handle. The outcome was amazing! He miraculously got my charges dropped to a misdemeanor six months deferred and one year sentence suspended. I cannot thank him enough. He is easy to work with and never made me feel he judged me. I highly recommend Attorney Sheperd to represent anyone dealing with a case like mine or similar. He's trustworthy and will treat you with the utmost respect! He's a lawyer with a heart but will also tell you that you need to stay out of trouble stop being a "baodass"LOL. Thumbs up up up way up for this guy!

Derek
February 19, 2022

Justin is an excellent attorney! He worked tirelessly on my behalf eventually getting my charges reduced. I owe him a great debt of gratitude. Justin would be my first choice should I ever need legal assistance again Justin took an interest in understanding my background, my family situation and discussing the various case outcomes could be and fought for my best possible outcome. Attorney Shepherd, is a great negotiator.

Natalie
February 16, 2022

If I weren't for Justin my life would be turning out alot differently.i can't fully express my gratitude.

Debra
December 15, 2021

I met Justin in Nashua courthouse some 10-15 years ago, he was an attorney and I was a guardian ad listen. Since then he has helped me to help my kids with various issues and has always done it, JUST RIGHT!! He also fixed a sticky situation for me, that should have never been brought to court in the first place, but given all the tools and knowledge Justin has things all turned around, THANK YOU ATTY SHEPHERD, I am forever indebted to you, hopefully I won’t need anything from you in the future, but if I do, safe to say…I’ve got you in my corner. Anyone would be very lucky to have him represent them.

James
October 6, 2021

Justin helped me with my case. He was amazing. He made things so easy. Very straight forward and did what he said he was going to do. The best lawyer hands down. Wouldn't want anyone but him to represent me. Beyond highly recommended. Thanks again Justin.

Bridget
September 19, 2021

I have been lucky to have Attorney Shepherd represent me in two cases, one of which involved a felony and he got it changed to a misdemeanor. I would have lost a 30-yr career if he wasn't able to. He really is the best in Nashua!

paul
June 11, 2021

Attorney Shepherd represented my son in a violation of probation case. My son was facing 4 years and Attorney Shepherd negotiated a six month sentence which was great. Several months later the prison appeared to be breaking the deal. Although he was no longer my son's attorney my son asked me to call him. My call was promptly returned. and I explained the situation to him. We spoke for about 30 minutes or so and he offered to send some forms to my son that would be helpful in addressing the issue. He could have easily said I no longer represent your son so I can't help you. He took his own unpaid time to point me in the right direction and to send helpful forms to my son. This guy has empathy. If you need a lawyer that cares, Justin Shepherd is your guy.

Amanda
May 12, 2021

Justin is a amazing lawyer . When I caught myself in some trouble he was there for everything and not just like any lawyer he always made sure to make me feel comfortable not just like some criminal. Justin had stayed on top of everything for me he even helped me get my daughter back when I got out of prison. There are no words in this world to say on how great of a lawyer Justin really is!!!!!

Amanda
April 8, 2021

My experience with attorney shepherd has been amazing. He definitely goes above and beyond for his clients. I highly recommend him for your case. His compassion dosent go unnoticed and he treats you like a friend and not just another number. Thank you again

Matthew
June 20, 2018

I can honestly say I couldn't have asked for a better Lawyer than Justin Shepherd. Long story short, I was 17 years old charged with accomplice to attempted murder, facing 25 years to life when I shouldn't have been. My friend got into a fight where things escalated quickly and my friend ended up pulling a machete out of his pants and slicedthe person in forehead and the arm. (The person was out of the hospital later that day...it wasn't life threatening injuries). Right after that happened my friend ran back into my car which I ran to and I got in my car and he told me to leave. I wasn't going to tell him no or to get out because at that time I had no clue what was going through his mind and what he would do if I told him either of those things. I had no idea and still can't believe he had that hidden in his pants somehow. I have never physically hurt a single person in my life. All I did was drive my friend away but yet the court wanted to give me 25-life. The lawyers I had before Justin didn't believe my side of the story and I was going to be in prison the rest of my life. Luckily, I finally ended up with Justin Shepherd and he was open ears to hear my side of the story and was the only one who believed me. He was very kind, compassionate, understanding, and treated me like a human being not just a client. Mr. Shepherd worked and fought meticulously to get the courts to see my side of the story and that the charges were way too excessive. After everything was said and done, he got my charges dropped down to a Class A Misdemeanor of Hindering Apprehension. Which means I prevented the arrested of my friend because I drove him away from after a crime happened. I ended up with time served and 1 year of probation. I can't thank Justin Shepherd enough, I feel like I owe him my life because he has saved mine. I would be in prison on a 25-Life sentence if it wasn't for him! I would recommend anyone with legal issues to hire Justin Shepherd!

Amanda
June 13, 2018

I was personally dealing with a bad criminal history of habitual matter. I was charged with a felony for the first time and I didn't know what to do. I found attorney Justin Sheperd and I'm so glad I chose him. When I spoke to him he had a kind and compassionate manner that calmed me down. He reassured me that there will be no jail time "buddy" as he would like to use as term of endearment. He stayed on top of everything even going above and beyond to speak with local police to get my charge dropped down along with the prosecutor to give her a heads up which helped tremendously. I was easily facing one year in jail which I know I couldn't handle. The outcome was amazing! He miraculously got my charges dropped to a misdemeanor six months deferred and one year sentence suspended. I cannot thank him enough. He is easy to work with and never made me feel he judged me. I highly recommend Attorney Sheperd to represent anyone dealing with a case like mine or similar. He's trustworthy and will treat you with the utmost respect! He's a lawyer with a heart but will also tell you that you need to stay out of trouble stop being a "baodass"LOL. Thumbs up up up way up for this guy!