Shannon Suzanne Otto

Shannon Suzanne Otto

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Richmond, VA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Alimony, Child Support

6800 Paragon Pl, Suite 650, Richmond, VA

About Shannon

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 425-425 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 21 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2004

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Shannon Otto Law, PLLC

6800 Paragon Pl, Suite 650, Richmond, VA, 23230

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Shannon Suzanne Otto's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by MICHAEL | February 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Incredible person

Shannon is handling my current divorce. Very patient and understanding, yet gives it to you straight and truthful. Very fair in regards to cost. Has charged 1/3 of my wife's attorney yet has filled me in more and made sure I understand what she is doing for me in trying to move forward. Has recom...mended actions to me that I have taken and some I have not, but understands why I decided not to without badgering me. I'm no easy client, and I have probably handcuffed her in defending me. But she consults me and gives it to me from both perspectives. I'm so glad I found her services and double glad she accepted me as a client. Her assistant Kaila is a saint as well. Thanks to both of them for helping me.

Posted by Liz | January 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Experience

I hired Ms. Otto to assist me with my divorce in 2012. She was very easy to work with and did a great job in dealing with my ex husbands attorney. We were able to come to an amicable separation agreement in a very reasonable amount of time which was important to me so that things didn’t get dragged o...ut. I also hired her and her partner Mr. Locke to assist me in another part of my divorce which had to do with my mothers will and again they were nothing but professional and swift in getting that situation wrapped up. I have referred quite a few folks to Ms. Otto including my daughter for a prenuptial agreement. If you’re looking for a great lawyer that will get things done in a timely fashion with your best interest at heart look no further.

Posted by Alejandro | November 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

An Outstanding Family Law Attorney!

I retained Ms. Shannon Otto and she helped me to file a couple of show cause motions for contempt of court, she also helped me to increase my visitation time, and to update our child support schedule. I am extremely impressed with Ms. Otto. She is very knowledgeable, professional and honest attorney.... During the discovery phase she was very thorough and she made me work a lot to compile all the information that could serve as evidence. I really appreciate the way that she represented me in court, in front of the Judge, Ms. Otto was always very well prepared. She focused on the important issues, and she chose her battles wisely. At the end, I am very pleased with the outcome of my case. Her paralegal, Ms. Craig was very helpful, she always kept me informed on the development of my case and she always got back to me to answer my questions. I really hope that I do not have to return to court, but if this happens, I will not hesitate to retain Ms. Otto to represent me again. Miss Shannon Otto is an outstanding family law attorney and I highly recommend her.

Posted by Tammy | March 3, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The RIGHT choice

Shannon Otto came highly recommended to me by a friend that she and a family member had been represented by in their divorce cases. I took the time to interview several lawyers before hiring Shannon. She impressed me with her expansive knowledge of the law, professionalism, an honest approach, and ...the confidence of knowing that she would go to bat for me and my children. Shannon is very detailed oriented and takes the time to learn about her client and their case. In the court room she was organized, prepared, and was amazing at bringing out details that was pertinent to the case and did not cease until she was able to get her point across, but definitely in a respectful way. She is a true professional that knows how to fight for her clients. Shannon went above and beyond what my expectations would be for an outcome. She was able to help me navigate through a very stressful journey and kept me focused on the big picture. I am so thankful that Shannon took my case on and represented me. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is in need of a lawyer. She will do her very best to represent you and give you a fair outcome.

Posted by Erin | February 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Lawyer in Richmond!!!

She is the Best Lawyer in Richmond, I had a tough custody case and she was always very organized and responsive to any questions I had. She goes above and beyond to make sure you have the best chance for a good outcome. I can't thank her enough!!!!

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Shannon Suzanne Otto's Lawyer Endorsements

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Wyatt Taylor

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Shannon is an excellent attorney. She is very thorough in her preparation and a strong advocate for her clients. She is very reasonable and works with opposing counsel to resolve as many issues as possible as amicably as possible."

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Richard Friedman

Family lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Otto is an asset to the legal community. She fights hard for her clients in court, yet is willing to resolve issues when opposing parties are reasonable."

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Richard Locke

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Shannon is an excellent lawyer. She has tremendous trial skills. Shannon obtains excellent results for her clients in a very cost effective manner. I highly recommend Shannon for any family law matter including Divorce, Separation, Custody, Visitation or Support."

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Robert Partin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shannon excels in all matters related to divorce and separation, including support, custody and visitation. She has superior knowledge of the statutory and case law in the field, and she brings to each case personal attention to detail and the right mix of tactful persuasion and aggressive representation."

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Colleen Quinn

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Shannon Otto in all areas of family law. She is always extremely well prepared and very knowledgable about her cases and the applicable law. She is perfectly politely aggressive in representing her clients to ensure they get the best representation possible. I highly recommend Shannon for any family law case whether it be divorce, support, custody, property division, pre-marital agreements or otherwise."

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Wyatt Taylor

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Richard Friedman

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Robert Partin

Family lawyer

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Colleen Quinn

Adoption lawyer

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Richard Locke

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2023

SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers Magazine

2022

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2021

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2020

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2019

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2009

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Owner/Attorney, Shannon Otto Law, PLLC

2005 - 2023

Attorney, Locke & Quinn

2004 - 2005

Law Clerk, Henrico County Circuit Court

Associations

2006 - Present

Henrico County Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

City of Richmond Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2005 - Present

Metro Richmond Family Law Bar Association

Member

Education

2004

University of Richmond, The T. C. Williams School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2012

Richmond Bar Association, Bench Bar Conference Third Party Custody and Visitation Petitions

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