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Shannon N. Costa focuses her practice on family law and criminal defense. As an associate attorney, she assists Abom & Kutulakis senior attorneys in numerous local, state, and federal court cases, Shannon also interned for Chief Judge John E. Jones III and for the Honorable Judge Martin C. Carlson of the United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. As an undergraduate, she was an intern for two years for President Judge Michael T. Hudock in the 17th Judicial District of Pennsylvania.
Shannon graduated first in her division and summa cum laude from Widener Commonwealth Law School in Harrisburg, with a certificate in Trial Advocacy, in 2021. She received the Dean’s Award, the Legal Research and Writing Award, the Outstanding Service Award, and was inducted into the Order of the Barristers. She also graduated summa cum laude from Susquehanna University in 2018. She has three publications in Law Review journals.
She is from Halifax, lives in Carlisle and, when she isn’t working, enjoys traveling, outdoor adventures and spending time with family, friends, and her two dogs — Theodore and Grizzly.
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Acquired: 2022
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2 W High St, Carlisle, Pennsylvania, 17013
183 Lincoln Way East, Chambersburg, PA, 17201
25 Client Reviews
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Posted by Kristina | October 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Abuse
Best Lawyer for CYA Cases
I hired Shannon for a child abuse case that I had been indicated on. I only one chance at an appeal due to holding a professional license with the state and the situation was clearly not an abuse. During the entire appeal process Shannon explained everything to me and let me know what my options were...
Posted by Maria | June 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
My granddaughter is finally home
I am so grateful with my Lawyer Miss Shannon Costa, she went above and beyond with this case,I was desperate, my daughter was battling to get my granddaughter back from CYS and ICPC, it was a very unjustified situation we were fighting for 2 years and half and we thought we were going to lose her...
Posted by anonymous | November 03, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce Case
Shannon was very professional, detail oriented, and quick to react to resolve issues involving my divorce. Not only that but she was able to save me thousands with her negotiating skills. She was able to allow me to keep all my retirement. I believe I got everything that I told her I wanted to keep. ...
Posted by Kasey | September 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
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Shannon N. Costa has made my process through the court run smoothly. From consultation all the way up to the court hearing she handled everything. She communicated with me through phone calls, emails, and mail. She assured me of everything that was being handled and done. Shannon updated me constantl...
Posted by Stephanie | September 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family
A lawyer that communicates
Shannon has been my lawyer for over 2 years in family law. Anytime that i need to communicate with her for legal matters she always responds the same day with a few plans of action. I will always hire Shannon to be my lawyer!
"While working at Abom & Kutulakis alongside Costa, I have found that she represents her clients with an unmatched level of gumption and dedication. Any client of hers is fortunate to have her represent them. As a colleague, I have found her to be a thoughtful and helpful coworker."
"Shannon is an excellent advocate for her clients. I've worked with her for years and have watched her excel in the courtroom. She's an excellent lawyer."
"I first met Shannon when she was a student in law school. She was always prepared, responsive, zealously advocated for her position, and professional. I recently had the privilege of working as opposing counsel to Attorney Costa, and she exercised the same traits as an Attorney. She was responsive, professional and zealously advocated for her client. I am pleased to endorse Attorney Costa."
"Shannon is a skilled advocate who devotes the time necessary to her clients. She pays excellent attention to detail. She is compassionate, diligent and truly cares. You will find no one better to trust with your family law and criminal matters!"
"Shannon is an excellent attorney! She promptly responds to client calls and requests and pays particular close attention to detail. She is extremely bright , talented and a pleasure to work with on a daily basis. You are in good hands when she is advocating on your behalf."
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2021
Dean's Award, Michael Hussey
2021
Legal Research and Writing Award, Widener Commonwealth Law School
2021
Order of the Barristers, Widener Commonwealth Law School
2021
Outstanding Service Award, Widener Commonwealth Law School
2020
CALI Excellence for the Future Award (Employment Discrimination), Derrek Cummings
2020
CALI Excellence for the Future Award (Family Law), Anthony Hoover
2020
CALI Excellence for the Future Award (Criminal Procedure), James Diehm
2019
CALI Excellence for the Future Award (Civil Procedure), Susan Raeker-Jordan
2019
CALI Excellence for the Future Award (Torts), Christopher J. Robinette
2019
CALI Excellence for the Future Award (Legal Methods), Randi B. Teplitz
2019
CALI Excellence for the Future Award (Property Law), John C. Dernbach
2018
CALI Excellence for the Future Award (Legal Methods), Randi B. Teplitz
2020 - 2022
Law Clerk, Abom and Kutulakis, LLC
2020 - 2020
Judicial Intern, United States District Court for Middle District of Pennsylvania (Honorable Judge John E. Jones III)
2019 - 2019
Judicial Intern, United States District Court for Middle District of Pennsylvania (Honorable Martin C. Carlson)
2018 - 2018
Paralegal, JSDC Law Offices
2016 - 2018
Legal Intern, Snyder County Courthouse/Union County Courthouse (Judge Michael T. Hudock)
2022 - Present
Cumberland County Bar AssociationMember
2022 - Present
Dauphin County Bar AssociationMember
2022 - Present
Franklin County Bar AssociationMember
2018 - Present
Phi Alpha DeltaMember
2019 - 2020
Lipsitt Inn of CourtStudent/Pupil
2019 - 2021
Widener Commonwealth Law ReviewInternal Supervising Editor
2019 - 2021
Trial Advocacy SocietyMember
2021
JD - Juris Doctor
2018
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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2018
Gill v. Whitford (Redistricting)
2021
2021
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