Sheppard, White & Kachergus, P.A. is an “AV” rated criminal trial, appellate, civil rights and complex civil litigation firm, appearing in both state and federal courts. We have extensive trial experience and also have appeared in numerous appellate courts, including the United States Supreme Court. Members of the firm have lifetime ties to Jacksonville and are committed to protecting the constitutional rights of its citizens.
Wm. J. Sheppard has been practicing law in Jacksonville for 44 years. Born in Oregon, he received a B.S. from Florida State University and a J.D. from the University of Florida. He is the recipient of numerous awards throughout his lifetime and is a Florida Bar Board Certified criminal trial lawyer. This year, Mr. Sheppard was named Lawyer of the Year, Best Lawyers of America, in the area of non-white collar criminal defense in Jacksonville.
Elizabeth L. White has been practicing law in Jacksonville for 31 years. She received a B.A., cum laude, from Jacksonville University and a J.D. from the University of Oregon.
Matthew R. Kachergus has been practicing law for 11 years, all with the firm. He received a B.A. from Emory University and a J.D. from the University of Florida.
Bryan E. DeMaggio has been practicing with the firm for 4 years. He received a B.A. from Florida State University, summa cum laude, and a J.D. from the University of Florida.
215 Washington St., Jacksonville, FL, 32202 (904) 356-9661 sheppardwhite.com
(photo) Matthew R. Kachergus, Bryan DeMaggio, Elizabeth L. White & William J. Sheppard
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