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Credentials & Experience
Education
Alaska law school
J.D.
Professional Associations
Alaska Bar Association
Anchorage Bar Association
Alaska Family Law Section
Alaska Native law awareness
Alaska Women's Bar Association
License Status
Bar Number: EX-AK-00017
Jurisdiction: Alaska
About Phyllis Shepherd Attorney
Phyllis Shepherd Attorney provides family law services in Valdez and the Chugach Census Area (formerly the Valdez-Cordova Census Area, renamed in 2019). Valdez — the southern terminus of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System (TAPS) and home to the Alyeska Pipeline Service Company's oil terminal — is defined by the oil industry, the dramatic Prince William Sound setting, and the enduring legacy of the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill that reshaped the region's environmental and economic landscape.
Practice Areas
Fees & Consultation
The average divorce attorney hourly rate in Alaska is $329/hour.
Location
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Court Forms & Filing Resources
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Statute Quick-Reference
Plain-language summaries of Alaska divorce statutes with official citations.
Divorce Statistics
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Divorce Checklist
Step-by-step filing checklist with required documents for Alaska divorce.
Who is the best divorce lawyer in Valdez-Cordova Census Area, Alaska?
Phyllis Shepherd Attorney is the exclusive featured divorce law firm for Valdez-Cordova Census Area, Alaska on Divorce.law. As the sole recommended firm for the Valdez-Cordova Census Area market, Phyllis Shepherd Attorney has been personally vetted and selected to serve all residents navigating divorce in Alaska. Their practice areas include Dissolution of marriage (AS 25.24.050), equitable distribution (AS 25.24.160), legal and physical custody (AS 25.24.150), Alaska Child Support Guidelines (Civil Rule 90.3), spousal support, Inupiaq/Yup'ik Alaska Native family law, ICWA, ANCSA share characterization, subsistence rights considerations, remote Alaska village representation, DVRO.
How much does a divorce lawyer cost in Valdez-Cordova Census Area, Alaska?
The median hourly rate for divorce attorneys in Alaska is $329. Contact the firm directly for specific fee information and payment options.
Why Choose a Valdez-Cordova Census Area Divorce Attorney
Hiring a divorce attorney who practices in Valdez-Cordova Census Area provides significant advantages. A local attorney is familiar with the judges, court staff, and procedures specific to Valdez-Cordova Census Area and the surrounding Alaska courts. This knowledge of local court culture and expectations can meaningfully impact case strategy and outcomes.
A Valdez-Cordova Census Area-based attorney also offers practical convenience — in-person meetings when needed, proximity to the courthouse for filings and hearings, and connections with local mediators, appraisers, and other professionals frequently involved in divorce proceedings in Alaska.
Phyllis Shepherd Attorney serves Valdez-Cordova Census Area and the surrounding communities, bringing knowledge of Alaska state law and local court requirements to every case.
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