
Rachel Rhea Shephard, Business Attorney in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Litigation, and Trusts · 3.2/5 rating from 1 verified client review
AssociateatDerryberry & Naifeh, LLP
Oklahoma City, OK
Practicing business in Oklahoma City since 2008.
- 18+
- Years practicing
- 3.2 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Rachel Rhea Shephard is an associate based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Trusts. Rachel has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Derryberry & Naifeh, LLP. Rated 3.2 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Oklahoma City, OK
- Experience
- over 18 years
- Known for
- Business · Litigation · Trusts
- Handles Business, Litigation, and Trusts matters from Oklahoma City, OK.
- Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Rachel Rhea Shephard: Rachel Rhea Shephard is an associate based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Trusts. Rachel has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Derryberry & Naifeh, LLP. Rated 3.2 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Rachel takes on
Rachel concentrates on business, litigation, trusts, and wills. Each area below outlines the kind of case Rachel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Litigation
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Trusts
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Business cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Rachel takes business matters in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Rachel agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Rachel takes litigation matters in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Rachel agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Rachel takes trusts matters in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Rachel agrees to represent you.
Wills cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Rachel takes wills matters in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Rachel agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Rachel Rhea Shephard — business lawyer in Oklahoma City
Rachel Rhea Shephard is an associate based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Trusts. Rachel has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Derryberry & Naifeh, LLP. Rated 3.2 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Rachel Rhea Shephard is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, business transactions, wills and 1 other area of law. Rachel received a B.A. degree from Middle Tennessee State University in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years. Rachel practices at Derryberry & Naifeh, LLP in Oklahoma City, OK.
Working with Rachel on a business matter
Rachel Rhea Shephard is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, business transactions, wills and 1 other area of law. Rachel received a B.A. degree from Middle Tennessee State University in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years. Rachel practices at Derryberry & Naifeh, LLP in Oklahoma City, OK.
Clients Rachel works with
Rachel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, litigation, and trusts matters in Oklahoma City and the surrounding Oklahoma area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Oklahoma City University School of Law
J.D. · 2008
Middle Tennessee State University
B.A. Business · 2004
Jurisdictions
Rachel's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2009 · ACTIVE
Oklahoma
2008 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2008 · ACTIVE
Rachel studied at J.D. in Oklahoma City University School of Law and B.A. Business in Middle Tennessee State University.
Law school and academic background
Rachel completed J.D. in Oklahoma City University School of Law and B.A. Business in Middle Tennessee State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Rachel runs in Oklahoma is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Rachel has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Rachel's professional memberships and bar associations
Oklahoma and American (Appellate Advocacy Moot Court Team) Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Rachel Rhea Shephard's office in Oklahoma City
Rachel's primary office is at 4800 North Lincoln Boulevard, Oklahoma City, OK, 73105-3321. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Derryberry & Naifeh, LLP
4800 North Lincoln Boulevard
Oklahoma City, OK 73105-3321
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Client reviews of Rachel Rhea Shephard — 3.2/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Rachel. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Oklahoma City.
3.2
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How to hire Rachel Rhea Shephard — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Rachel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Rachel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rachel's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Rachel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Rachel
Rachel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Rachel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Rachel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Rachel Rhea Shephard
How much does it cost to hire Rachel for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Rachel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Rachel offer a free consultation?
Rachel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rachel's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Rachel's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Oklahoma typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Rachel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Rachel take my case if I'm outside Oklahoma City?
Rachel is licensed in Oklahoma. Matters governed by Oklahoma law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Rachel will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Rachel?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Rachel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Rachel accepting new business clients right now?
Rachel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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