Brian J. Sheppard
Law Office of Brian J Sheppard • Encino, CA
Elder LawEstate PlanningFinancial PlanningProbateTax
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Contact
Email
Phone
(818) 538-2526
Address
18075 Ventura Blvd #109, Encino, CA, 91316, US
Professional
About
Brian J. Sheppard is a seasoned attorney with over 19 years of dedicated experience in estate planning, financial planning, probate, tax law, and conservatorships. Located in Encino, California, at the Law Office of Brian J. Sheppard, he is committed to providing clients with comprehensive legal services tailored to their unique needs. His extensive background in these critical areas of law equips him with the expertise to guide individuals and families through complex legal matters with confidence and clarity. A graduate of the University of La Verne College of Law, Brian also holds a Professional Designation in Personal Financial Planning from UCLA and has completed specialized training with H&R Block. This educational foundation enhances his ability to offer informed and strategic advice on financial and estate-related issues, ensuring that clients receive holistic solutions that address both legal and financial considerations. In addition to his legal practice, Brian has been sharing insights and valuable information through his blog since January 2014, further establishing himself as a trusted resource for clients, colleagues, and the community. His commitment to prompt communication and client service reflects his understanding of the seriousness of the matters at hand, making him a reliable ally in navigating the intricacies of estate planning and probate law.
About Elder Law
Elder law attorneys help seniors and their families with legal matters affecting older adults including estate planning, long-term care, and benefits. Common matters include medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, estate planning.
Credentials
Education
2010 H & R Block Certificate of Completion 1996 University of California at Los Angeles Professional Designation in Personal Financial Planning 1994 Univ of LaVerne COL Law 1983 University of Massachusetts, Amherst M.S. 1979 Univ of California Berkeley Undergraduate
Languages
Spanish | English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2006 Cert. of Recognition - Mediation of Highest Dollar Value Case, U.S. Bankrutpcy Court 2005 Certificate of Recognition - Most Mediations Settled, United State Bankruptcy Court 2004 Senior Volunteer of the Year, Wilkinson Senior Center
Publications
2014 Published weekly at "BrianSheppardLaw.com". Go to my website link above or LinkedIn or Facebook for current edition. Elderupdates.com 2014 Valley Lawyer Magazine (SFVBA) On the Future of Lawyers and Lawyering 2013 Los Angeles Daily Journal Minimum Wage Raise Overdue 2013 Los Angeles Daily Journal Where Are Unions Going? 2013 Los Angeles Daily Journal Budget Cuts Hit Probate Department Especially Hard
Associations
2000 - Present Los Angeles County Bar Association 2000 - Present Southern California Council of Elder Law Attorneys 1994 - Present San Fernando Valley Estate Planning Council 1994 - Present San Fernando Valley Bar Association 1993 - Present National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
Speaking
2015 California CPA/CPE meeting California Conservatorships - A General Overview 2014 Filipino Support Group Public Benefits and Developmentally Disabled Adults 2006 L.A. Caregiver Resource Center Financial/Asset Management 2006 Antelope Valley Senior Center General Remarks RE: Medi-Cal and the DRA 2004 Wilkinson Senior Center Living Trusts as a Means of Avoiding Probate
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Updated: May 25, 2026