Sheri Shepherd
Kaufman,TX
Summary
Dynamic legal professional with extensive experience as an Assistant District Attorney at Kaufman County, adept in strategic negotiation and legal analysis. Proven track record in victim advocacy and case management, successfully handling complex cases from inception to resolution. Committed to achieving fair outcomes through effective problem-solving and advocacy.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant District Attorney
Kaufman County District Attorney's Office
10.2019 - Current
- Review case intake for completeness and probable cause
- Reach out to law enforcement if intake incomplete
- Prepare indictments and present to GJ
- Review criminal history of each defendant, analyze facts of the case, and determine fair disposition for plea recommendation purposes
- Call victims to explain possible case dispositions and court process
- Check for and disclose any Brady issues
- Negotiate dispositions with defense counsel
- Present plea agreements to court
- Present evidence and argument at writ, revocation, and suppression hearings
- Conduct legal research and draft briefs as needed
- Prepare witness lists, expert lists, 404(b) notices, and motion in limine for trial
- Meet with law enforcement to compare files 6 weeks prior to trial to ensure all State evidence has been disclosed in discovery
- Meet and prepare witnesses for trial
- Ensure receipt of certified copies of prior judgments for enhancement and sentencing purposes
- Prepare trial binder (exhibits, etc)
- Prepare for and conduct voir dire
- Present case to jury or judge
- Draft jury charge
- Present sentencing evidence
Solo Practitioner
The Law Office of Sheri D. Shepherd, LLC
02.2013 - 09.2019
- Family law
- Criminal defense
Assistant District Attorney
Henderson County District Attorney's Office
12.2009 - 01.2013
- Individually handled all Child Protective Service cases from beginning to end.
Education
J.D. -
South Texas College of Law
Houston, TX07-2002
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Victim advocacy
- Strategic negotiation
- Legal analysis
Certification
Texas Bar License # 24043437
Timeline
Assistant District Attorney
Kaufman County District Attorney's Office
10.2019 - Current
Solo Practitioner
The Law Office of Sheri D. Shepherd, LLC
02.2013 - 09.2019
Assistant District Attorney
Henderson County District Attorney's Office
12.2009 - 01.2013
J.D. -
South Texas College of Law
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