About Samantha Shepherd
Samantha L. Shepherd, JD, LLM, CELA, is a distinguished attorney practicing exclusively in Elder Law, Estate Planning, and Special Needs Law. She graduated cum laude with an undergraduate degree from Tulane University in 1990. She furthered her education by obtaining her law degree from Boston College Law School and an LL.M. in Estate Planning from the University of Missouri, Kansas City.
Samantha is the founder and managing attorney of her firm. She holds an influential role as a Board member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and serves as Chair of the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association Trust and Estates Committee. Her leadership experience includes being the former Chair of the Missouri Bar Elder Law Committee and past President of the Missouri Chapter of NAELA.
In addition to her leadership roles, Samantha is an accredited attorney with the Veterans Administration and is certified as an Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation in both Kansas and Missouri.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Missouri Car Accident Laws
Understanding Missouri's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
5 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
pure comparative fault
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$25K/$50K/$25K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of law does Samantha L. Shepherd specialize in?
Samantha L. Shepherd specializes in Elder Law, Estate Planning, and Special Needs Law.
Where did Samantha L. Shepherd receive her education?
Samantha received her undergraduate degree from Tulane University, her law degree from Boston College Law School, and an LL.M. in Estate Planning from the University of Missouri, Kansas City.
What leadership roles does Samantha L. Shepherd hold?
She serves on the Board of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and as Chair of the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association Trust and Estates Committee.
Is Samantha L. Shepherd accredited by any organizations?
Yes, she is an accredited attorney with the Veterans Administration and certified by the National Elder Law Foundation in Kansas and Missouri.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Samantha Shepherd for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Samantha for a free case review
