Shannon studied at The CUNY School of Law and worked in their nationally-recognized public interest law clinic on behalf of battered immigrant woman. She also worked at the United Nations Human Rights Project on behalf of female victims of torture seeking political asylum. She was awarded a Revson Fellowship to work with a farm worker's project in New Mexico and transferred into the University of New Mexico's dual degree program, earning her Juris Doctor and Master's in Latin American studies.
Shannon experienced a pivotal moment in her career as a criminal defense attorney when she asked herself, "Who do I want to represent? People who can afford the best attorney, or vulnerable populations whose story too often goes unheard?" Shannon made her decision.
Shannon's work continues to shift thinking about the legal representation of children and youth and implements policy changes that makes their lives safer. Shannon consistently argues for settlements that require police officers and other public employees receive the training needed to do their jobs responsibly.
If you are the victim of sexual abuse or a civil rights violation, Shannon is committed to fighting for you. The Kennedy Law Firm prides themselves on the knowledge, experience and personalized care they bring to these serious cases throughout New Mexico.
Every choice Shannon makes is done with her clients' safety, and that of their family, in mind. The Kennedy Law Firm understands the trauma they've been through and hope to make the legal process as smooth as possible.
There's never been any doubt that Shannon made the right decision.
