Attorney Profile

Meet Our Legal Specialists

Attorney Profile

Meet Our Legal Specialists

David T. Shepherd

Associate Attorney

David T. Shepherd, Associate Attorney, Stranch, Jennings & Garvely, PLLC

Phone

615.254.8801

LOCATION

The Freedom Center
223 Rosa L. Parks Avenue
Suite 200
Nashville, TN 37203

David T. Shepherd

Associate Attorney

David (Davey) Shepherd is proud to bring to Stranch, Jennings & Garvey a career dedicated to serving vulnerable individuals and families during some of the most challenging moments of their lives.

Before joining SJ&G in 2026, Mr. Shepherd began his legal career at a litigation firm, where he handled a variety of matters, including insurance defense, commercial construction disputes and general commercial litigation. His diverse professional background equips him with a unique perspective and deep appreciation for the real-world challenges his clients face. 

Before entering the legal profession, Mr. Shepherd spent more than a decade leading and developing nonprofit programs focused on helping those facing significant hardship, including advanced heart failure patients and their families, as well as individuals reentering society after incarceration. Through this work, he gained firsthand experience advocating for people in need, building community partnerships, and creating programs that delivered meaningful support and lasting impact.

Mr. Shepherd graduated from the University of Valley Forge in 2010 with a B.A. in Religion. He earned his J.D. in 2025 from Loyola University Chicago School of Law. While at Loyola, he participated in Moot Court, Consumer Law Review and student government while also tutoring students in multiple classes.

Mr. Shepherd lives in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, with his wife, Gabby, and their son, Roman. Outside of the office, he enjoys playing golf and tennis, along with cheering on the Tennessee Titans and Nashville Soccer Club.

Practice Areas

Education

  • Loyola University Chicago School of Law (J.D., 2025)
    • Moot Court
    • Consumer Law Review
    • Student Government
    • Tutoring Students
  • University of Valley Forge (B.A. in Religion/Religious Studies, 2010)

Bar Admissions

  • Michigan
  • Tennessee

Memberships

  • Federal Bar Association
  • Michigan Bar Association
  • Nashville Bar Association
  • Tennessee Bar Association

Community Involvement

  • Executive Director, The Joe Beretta Heart Foundation (2016–2025)

    • Currently serving as a volunteer
  • Program Director, Dismas House (2014–2016)

    • Recognized with Excellence in Volunteer Engagement Award from Hands On Nashville
  • Served as a volunteer coach for Wilson United Soccer and the YMCA of Middle Tennessee
  • Active member (along with his wife) of Providence Church in Mount Juliet

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Meet Our Team

Our Founding Members

J. Gerard Stranch IV

J. Gerard Stranch IV

James G. Stranch III

James G. Stranch III

R. Jan Jennings

R. Jan Jennings

Hon. John (Jack) Garvey

Hon. John (Jack) Garvey

Michael G. Stewart

Michael G. Stewart