Shannon Cahill Coffey

Shannon was an excellent lawyer for what was a difficult litigation I was involved in with my ex-wife last year. She was clear and informative about the issues that I was facing and all the problems were completely resolved. I live in Canada, but my ex lives in Athens and I needed a lawyer to repre...sent me there and despite the distance and complications of this case, Shannon handled everything expeditiously and professionally. At no point did I feel worried or concerned about the outcome because I knew that I was well represented. It's my pleasure to recommend her to anyone needed legal help in Athens. In the courtroom, I couldn't have asked for a better litigator.

Shannon is my Angel!! She went above and beyond the call of duty to be an advocate for my child and me. She personally interjected opposing council's underhanded attempt to slide in additional constraints on standard court forms. She was busy with other cases at the time of my case as well, but she a...lways made my case her only thought when she was talking with me, and she remembered in great detail the key points of our position. There were some situations that came up during my case that she was able to shed light on based on similar cases that she had studied; she highlighted the pertinent parts of those cases to help me make difficult decisions based on her research as well as her discernment of the details of our plight. Shannon soundly advised me on the possible outcomes of any action or inaction on my part and wether or not my worries were valid. The true value of this special touch was found in a good night's sleep when it was overdue, and a quiet mind amidst trial day jitters. Before, during, and after my case I felt that Shannon had veiled my family in her protection, she knows the law inside and out and used it's perimeters to regain a comfortable life for us. Even now, after my case has been closed for quite a while, knowing that I can call on her for legal advice when life presents challenges around this situation, makes Shannon remain a constant source of strength in my life and for my family.

I began working with Shannon 4 years ago. I wanted sole physical and legal custody of my 2 years old child. It became a very complicated case , with several lawyers and DFCS to work with. There were many facts and emotions involved, which Shannon kept all in focus.. She was always available, and s...traight forward. Valuable time was never wasted on superfluous information. She heard my concerns, listened to my fears and kept my eyes on the prize which was what was best for my child. It took 3 long years to settle this case. Even through the pregnancy and birth of her 2nd child; she was always available. I was in and out of the court room many times, where she was always more than ready and she always prepared us for what was a very emotional and stressful courtroom. With Shannon's due diligence and guidance ,I have sole legal and physical custody of my child, something that a dad doesn't get very often. Shannon fought for me in the courtroom and the conference rooms always fighting for what was best for my child. Through the long 3 years, Shannon proved herself time and time again as an ethical, professional, and efficient attorney. Because of Shannon my child is in a secure, stable and loving home. I will always remember her and what she has done for my family.

Shannon is representing me in a divorce case and defended me in a TPO hearing prior to the divorce case. Shannon was excellent, fully prepared, listened to my side of all the allegations and won a dismissal of my wife's request for a permanent protective order. My wife's allegations were unfounded fr...om the beginning but she wanted me out of the house. Shannon exposed my wife's motives and during her closing arguments, she was concise and conclusive. I am very pleased I chose Shannon to represent me and protect and my childrens' future as we proceed with the divorce.