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Katherine E. McShane

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  • Harrisburg, PA
  • Licensed for 13 years
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About Katherine

Katherine McShane believes that knowledge is power. By improving her skill set and knowledge base as an attorney, she can better serve her clients. Katherine is also a strong believer in the constitution and protecting the rights of those who stand accused from the strong arm of the government.

Practice areas

AppealsViolent crimeCriminal defenseDUI and DWI
  1. DUI and DWI: 33%

  2. Criminal defense: 33%

  3. Violent crime: 20%

  4. Appeals: 14%

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

The McShane Firm, LLC

3601 Vartan Way
Unit 2
Harrisburg, PA, 17110-9440

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
PAActive201303/26/2021
COInactive200802/09/2021
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Scientific Education In Forensic DNA AnalysisDNA for Lawyers II2016
Drug Recognition ExpertIDS Consulting’s course NHTSA/IACP2016
The American Chemical Society National MeetingAmerican Chemical Society2016
Forensic Chromatography XVIIAxion Training Institute2016
National Rifle Association Annual Meeting & Firearms Law SeminarNational Rifle Association2016
Forensic Chromatography XVIAxion Training Institute’s2015
The Effects of Drugs on Human Performance and BehaviorRobert F. Borkenstein Center for Studies of Law in Action2015
Forensic Principles of DUID IVAxion Training Institute’s2015
Forensic Drug Analysis VIAxion Training Institute’s2015
Forensic Principles of DUID IIIAxion Training Institute’s2015
The American Chemical Society National MeetingAmerican Chemical Society2015
The American Academy of Forensic Science Annual MeetingAAFS2015
Forensic Chromatography XIIIAxion Training Institute’s2014
Forensic Principles of DUID IAxion Training Institute’s2014
Standardized Field Sobriety TestPADDDA2014
Forensic Chromatography XIAxion Training Institute’s2014
The American Academy of Forensic Science Annual MeetingAAFS2014
The American Chemical Society National MeetingAmerican Chemical Society2014
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMastering Scientific Evidence2014
Forensic Drug Analysis IVAxion Training Institute’s2014
ACS-CHAL Lawyer-Scientist DesignationAmerican Chemical Society2014
The Effects of Drugs on Human Performance and BehaviorRobert F. Borkenstein Center for Studies of Law in Action2014
Forensic Chromatography XIIAxion Training Institute’s2014
Forensic Drug Analysis VAxion Training Institute’s2014
Certificate of Completion for Forensic Chromatography XAxion Training Institute2013
Scientific Education In Forensic DNA AnalysisDNA For Lawyers I2013
Certificate of Completion for Solid Drug DoseAxion Training Institute2013
Public Defender training on Standardized Field Sobriety TestsPADDDA2013
Certificate of Completion for 2013 DUI ConferenceColorado Criminal Defense Bar2013
Certificate of Mastering Scientific Evidence ConferenceNational College for DUI Defense2013
Certificate of Completion for One Week Trial Techniques CourseColorado Alternate Defense Counsel2013
Theory and Practice - Axion Training InstituteCertificate of Completion for Forensic Chromatography VIII2012
Certificate of Completion for 2-Day DUI Blood Testing ConferenceColorado Criminal Defense Bar2012
Certificate of Completion for NCDD Summer SessioNational College for DUI Defense2012
Certificate of Completion for Fall SeminarColorado District Attorney’s Counsel2010
Certificate of Completion for Fall SeminarColorado District Attorney’s Counsel2009
Certificate of Completion for Baby DA SchoolColorado District Attorney’s Counsel2008
Certificate of Completion for Fall SeminarColorado District Attorney’s Counsel2008
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Litigation AssociateThe McShane Firm, LLC, Harrisburg, PA2013 - Present
Associate Litigation AttorneyJansen & Associates, Attorneys at Law, Denver, CO2011 - 2011
Associate Litigation AttorneyTiftickjian Law Firm, Denver, CO2011 - 2013
Deputy District AttorneyJefferson County District Attorney’s Office, Golden, CO2008 - 2011
Summer Law ClerkMulliken, Weiner, Karsh, Berg, & Jolivet, P.C., Colo. Springs, CO2006 - 2006
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMemberN/A
Dauphin County Bar AssociationMemberN/A
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMemberN/A
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMemberN/A
American Chemical Society, Chemistry in the Law DivisionMemberN/A
Pennsylvania Association for Drunk Driving Defense AttorneysMemberN/A
DUI Defense Lawyer’s AssociateMemberN/A
National College for DUI Defense, Inc.Member2012 - 2018
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
The Ultimate FFL Resource Guide (PennLAGO, LLC., ISBN:9780998889504)The Ultimate FFL Resource Guide2017
Inside the Minds: Understanding DUI Scientific Evidence 2015 Edition, Aspatore, a Thompson-West business.Measurand Problem Metrology2015
Inside the Minds: Understanding DUI Scientific Evidence: 2014 Edition (Aspatore: A Thompson Reuters business, ISBN: 978-0-314-29321-3)Basic Introduction to Gas Chromatography2014
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
• California Western School of Law, San Diego, CAJD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA2008
• California Western Law Review and International Law JournalAssociate Writer2007
California Western Law Review and International Law JournalAssociate Editor2006
University of Colorado - BoulderBS - Bachelor of Science2004
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Annual DUI SeminarGas Chromotography2017
American Chemical Society Annual meeting, Chemistry and the Law DivisionDNA Mixture Analysis2014

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Criminal defense involving handgun.

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I felt very well represented. She is great at what she does. Of course I'm happy because my case had an excellent outcome, but I truly feel she would give you your best outcome for your situation. She is quick on her feet and very knowledgeable. Nothing bad to say. She is an excellent lawyer.
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Adrienne Teodorovic, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 23, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker

I used to work with Katy at Tiftickjian Law Firm before she left to pursue an opportunity to work for one of Pennsylvania's top DUI defense and criminal defense firms--The McShane Law Firm. Katy cares for her clients and has a passionate and effective approach to criminal and DUI defense. I am proud to have called her my mentor when I was new to the profession as she challenged me and taught me to be a passionate representative of justice. I endorse Katy as I know her ability to effectively defend the accused is paramount and exemplary.

Zachary Cooper, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 13, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse Katherine without any reservation. You can feel confident walking into Court with her by your side that she will fight zealously for the absolute best outcome.

Deandra Grant, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 13, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Ms Kennedy is highly trained in both the law and forensics. You cannot go wrong with her by your side in a criminal case.

Nathan Dineen, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 17, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Katherine is an excellent lawyer. She is a dedicated lawyer who goes above and beyond to help her clients. Not only does she do this in the courtroom, she does it outside of the courtroom as well. Katherine recently graduated from the American Chemical Society DUID Course. This course has limited admissions and is a very intense hands on DUI defense course. This is just one example of the dedication Katherine has to her clients. She will fight when others generally tell their clients to plea. I highly endorse her.

Justin McShane, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 14, 2013
Relationship: Supervised lawyer

Attorney Kennedy is without a doubt a fantastic trial attorney. She is a key attorney at The McShane Firm. Her attention to detail, and desire to be perfect drives her to achieve great results. She uses her reputation, knowledge, and experience to make a difference in the lives of many. I trust her greatly.

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