Criminal Law
Criminal accusations and charges put one of your most basic rights at risk: your freedom. Our criminal defense lawyers at Shannon & Associates, P.C. play an important part in the criminal defense process by helping you understand your rights and the possible outcomes in your case. We also create an effective strategy to minimize your risk of incarceration, excessive penalties and large fines.
Family Law
Legal matters involving your family are among the most personal and emotionally taxing situations you can face. Whether you are contemplating an adoption, going through a divorce or suffering in a domestic violence situation, you can count on our skillful attorneys at the law firm of Shannon & Associates, P.C.
Estate Planning
While having a will may provide some security to your loved ones after your death, comprehensive estate planning can lead to maximum benefits for you now and your loved ones later. The professional lawyers at Shannon & Associates, P.C. can help you create a plan that fits your needs.
DUI/DWI
A charge for driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) in Virginia carries serious, lifelong consequences. The DUI and DWI lawyers at Shannon & Associates, P.C. have extensive courtroom experience as former prosecutors and know what you can expect when facing a DUI or DWI charge. The charges are serious and require strong legal representation to prevent excessive fines, loss of driving privileges and incarceration. We work hard to ensure your DUI charges are prosecuted fairly and minimized however possible.
Traffic Tickets
Many drivers disregard the possibility of hiring lawyers to defend them against traffic violations, since such violations are generally punishable by a small fine. The capable legal team at Shannon & Associates, P.C. defends your traffic violations in court with little inconvenience and great reward to you.
Violent Crimes
Attorney Kristen M. Shannon at Shannon & Associates, P.C. has prosecuted criminal defendants before becoming a defense lawyer. As a result, she will effectively counsel you from the moment you are considered a suspect in a violent crime. Although some violent crimes are punishable as a misdemeanor, most are felony offenses, which means that you want to protect your freedom and seek legal advice from a qualified criminal defense lawyer.
Domestic Violence
The most important advice in domestic violence cases is not to wait until it is too late to seek help. Our dedicated lawyers at Shannon & Associates, P.C. know the sensitive and delicate nature of domestic violence cases and possess the perfect combination of legal experience to help you through yours.
Divorce
Divorce is the legal dissolution of a marriage and involves the division of property and assets, settling financial matters and creating a child custody and visitation arrangement, if children are involved. When you have the seasoned legal team at Shannon & Associates, P.C. on your side, our highly qualified divorce attorneys lessen the stress of divorce and protect your best interests and your future.
Reckless Driving
Reckless driving is one of the most common charges faced by residents and visitors in Norfolk-Virginia Beach and throughout the state. But that is not to say the charge is minor–serious penalties can result. If facing a reckless driving charge, it is critical to get legal help as soon as possible Reckless driving is a very serious charge in Virginia that can result in large fines and potential jail time.
Parole & Probation
Your parole or probation constitutes a very fragile privilege to fulfill your sentence without being incarcerated. If you were incarcerated, you earned this privilege through good behavior. However, mistakes, in the form of parole or probation violations can happen. When your freedom is at stake, the dedicated team of lawyers at Shannon & Associates, P.C. can assist.
Dedicated Divorce and Criminal Lawyers in Chesapeake, VA and Suffolk, VA
Providing effective divorce, family and criminal law solutions in Chesapeake for you and your family
Hiring an attorney is an important step in protecting your rights and interests, and you can trust the legal team of Shannon & Associates, P.C. to act in your best interests and tell it to you straight. Whether we’re representing you in divorce proceedings, defending you against criminal charges and traffic tickets or drafting your will, our combined 25 years of combined experience allows us to approach your case aggressively and compassionately in either negotiation or litigation.
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Testimonials
I am from NJ and get pulled over for wreckless driving due to speed, which is apparently a criminal offense. I was so upset because I almost never speed. I had not gotten a ticket in 20 years! My aunt had stage four cancer and almost died the night before, I was trying to bring my mother and cousin to see her. I called several attorneys in the area, they all told me it was extremely unlikely the judge would reduce the charge because he never does. She was quite honest and told me the same thing. I hired her because the others were telling me to take classes or pay a bunch of money to test my odometer. I have a new higher end car so I was pretty sure that wouldn't work. She called me yesterday and told me that she was able to get the charge reduced to a speeding ticket with a reasonable fine! I was so happy I choose her. Her office staff was also super helpful and friendly. Highly recommend!
5 star rating. Very friendly and detailed oriented. Both Mrs. Shannon and Melissa (paralegal) were very helpful. Able to get a "reckless driving charge" for doing 79/55, to a improper driving fine. With a reasonable fine amount also. They are very prompt and easy to reach. Excellent customer service as well.
