I spent 20 years in the U.S. Marine Corps, serving from 2002 to 2022. My career began as a CH-53E flightline mechanic, and I also served as a door gunner and tail gunner during combat operations. Later, I transitioned into recruiting and became a career recruiter, guiding the next generation of Marines. I retired at the rank of Master Sergeant after four deployments and assignments across North Carolina, Nebraska, Iowa, California, and Texas. 

After hanging up the uniform, I wanted my next chapter to still be about service. I had heard of Berry Law’s reputation for fighting for Veterans and first learned more about the firm through fellow Marine Veteran Dave Ossian. Later, my brother Sean Shepherd joined the team and spoke highly of John Berry’s leadership. Hearing their experiences convinced me that this was where I was supposed to be.