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Estate Planning 101: Wills and Powers of Attorney

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Saturday, February 5, 2022
10:30 - 11:30 am

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Presented by Amber Sheppard, Attorney at Law

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This event is now being held on Zoom - open to the general public


Join mental health advocate and licensed attorney Amber Sheppard of Sheppard Law PLLC along with her service dog Tubbs on Saturday, February 5 as she discusses the ins and outs of estate planning for individuals and families.

Estate planning isn’t just Trusts for the wealthy; it also includes wills, living wills, cremation intent forms, and powers of attorney (medical and durable). Learn about what those documents are, why they are important, and how you can get one within your budget in this fun and entertaining presentation.


ABOUT THE PRESENTER
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​Amber Sheppard, the managing partner of Sheppard Law, has always marched to the beat of her own drum. Her approach to law and serving the community is no different. She has set out to prove you can be an advocate for your community while still maintaining your humanity, humility, and humor.

Before becoming a full time attorney licensed in Louisiana and Mississippi, Amber was a strength sport athlete and nonprofit owner. She organized Olympic weightlifting in Mississippi and developed international medalists. Amber’s passion shows in her practice, having helped “mom and pop” shops to international brands. Always one to give back, Amber has launched a free small business webinar series infusing humor into legal topics beneficial to start ups and large brands.

Amber and her service dog Tubbs travel the region educating businesses, organizations, and residents on mental health and service dog laws. Amber’s passion is writing and educating: she has been published over twenty times in state, national, and international publications as it pertains to legal issues that affect business owners or service dog handlers. She has also submitted Amicus Curiae Briefs on behalf of various dog rescues in Louisiana. Amber has been named to 40 Under 40 and  Best Attorney in East St. Tammany Parish by EDGE Magazine in 2020 and 2021. She was featured in Sophisticated Woman Magazine's September 2021 issue as a top Northshore Attorney. Next year Amber begins her newest role: legal studies professor.


www.ambersheppardlaw.com
www.facebook.com/SheppardLawLLC


​Suggested cost: $15
This event will be held on Zoom. 
REGISTER

​Please contact us if you have any questions:
(985) 892-8111 or info@womenscenterforhealing.org

Women's Center for Healing & Transformation 
71667 Leveson Street
Abita Springs, LA 70420 
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