Firm Overview
AGGRESSIVE DEFENSE & DEDICATED REPRESENTATION
Our Panama City Firm Has Much to Offer. Learn Why People Choose Shepard Law.
Shepard Law
Panama City Criminal Defense Firm
Shepard Law was founded by Rusty Shepard, a former Assistant State Attorney for Florida’s 14th Judicial Circuit, and has served Bay County and the surrounding region for over 25 years. The firm’s practice is built on a single principle: The firm’s practice is built on a single principle: Relentless Protection. Proven Results.
Rusty Shepard is a NADD Nationally Ranked Superior DUI Attorney (2014–2015), former FACDL 14th Circuit Chapter President (2015), former President of the Bay County Criminal Defense Bar (2011–2015), and Avvo 10.0 Superb rated (2013–2015). He has handled more than 10,000 criminal cases across the 14th Judicial Circuit, from first-time misdemeanor charges to the most serious felonies the state can bring. Three-quarters of the firm’s caseload consists of felony charges.
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Rusty Shepard
Shepard Law
- Former ASA — 14th Judicial Circuit
- Former FACDL 14th Circuit Chapter President (2015)
- President, Bay County Criminal Defense Bar 2011–2015
- 10,000+ Cases
What the Firm Handles
- All levels from first offense through felony DUI with injury
- NADD Nationally Ranked Superior DUI Attorney (2014–2015)
- Formal DHSMV hearings
- Bay County possession charges through trafficking prosecutions under § 893.135
- Firearm consequences, defense against aggressive prosecution, even when the alleged victim does not wish to proceed
- Sexual Battery (§ 794.011)
- Sex offender registration avoidance
- Consent and false accusation defense
- Robbery, Assault, Murder, 10-20-Life mandatory minimum challenges
- Fraud, Money laundering, embezzlement
- Forensic accountants engaged
- Direct-file risk assessment
- Civil citation
- 14th Circuit diversion
- FDLE eligibility review and petitions filed in Bay County courts
Why Choose Shepard Law?
Serving Bay County and the 14th Judicial Circuit
Shepard Law serves clients across the 14th Judicial Circuit — Bay, Calhoun, Gulf, Holmes, Jackson, and Washington Counties. The firm is located at 2612 W. 15th Street, Panama City, FL 32401. The 24/7 emergency hotline is (850) 290-2505. All consultations are free and confidential.
Contact Shepard Law at (850) 290-2505. Over 25 years of Bay County criminal defense. Former ASA. 10,000+ cases. Free consultation. Available 24/7.
CLIENT FEEDBACK
Our clients’ voices matter. Read about real cases and the positive outcomes achieved with our legal guidance.
Highly Recommended
“This firm got my case dismissed and I didn’t have to spend a single day in court.”
– King R.
Personable and understanding
“Rusty is very personable and accommodating. He made himself available on short notice and met with me after hours. He told me not to worry and got everything dismissed in court this morning! Thank you Rusty and Lisa!!!”
– Lauren
Sweetest, kindest, most Professional #1
“Mr. Shepard and his staff are amazing! They went above and beyond to help me. I would not want anyone else on my team! I am young and despite that, he made sure that the judge saw me as a person and not just a young person. He and his office even spent extra time with me and attended to every single thousand question that I had. They could not get a better rating 10 stars!!”
– Jessica
Absolutely Recommend
“Shepard Law is truly one of a kind!!! Their team of attorneys and support staff knows criminal law inside and out. They will take a case to trial with no fear and are a force to be seen in the courtroom!!!! They are compassionate and make their clients feel supported every single step of the way. They are flexible with payment options, which allows everyone to be able to receive TOP QUALITY representation. I would absolutely recommend Shepard Law to any of my friends or family members without hesitation.”
– Vanessa M.
Under a time line!!!
“My wife and I found out on a Monday that we needed a Defense Attorney on Tuesday for a family situation. I called the office and Megan quickly contacted Rusty and he reassured us that he would be at court on Tuesday and he would take care of everything. Those words were the most comforting we’ve heard as this came up not long after Hurricane Michael. Rusty and his office has no idea how much he helped us and how much we appreciate their quick response. Thank you will never cover how much you guys mean to us.”
– Craig E.
WHAT SETS SHEPARD LAW APART?
At Shepard Law, we’re always ready to take your call! Give us a call at (850) 290-2505 or fill out the form below to contact one of our team members.
- Available 24/7
- Former Prosecutors
- Free Initial Consultation
- Over 25 Years of Experience
- Flexible Payment Plans
- Handled 10,000+ Cases