Shannon was very helpful to us as we navigated the legal system following an auto accident in which my teenager was involved. She was readily available by phone, text, email and even in-person on a necessary occasion. She and her team relentlessly took on the task of managing significant communications with the insurance company and in my opinion we concluded the case with the best result possible considering the situation.
I help Floridians who are accused of DUI from arraignment through trial. I have been honored every year since 2016 for my excellence in DUI representation.
I help children who are injured or arrested.
Juvenile Delinquency can have life long effects on your child. We charge a relatively nominal fee to protect your child's rights.
I also help children who are injured by other people.
I represent Floridians who are intentionally attacked in a sexually-motivated ways and hold those who could have prevented the attack responsible in civil court.
I help Floridians who are injured through no fault of their own on someone else's premises or amusement park, when the premises were not properly maintained.
I represent the families of Floridians who die as a result of someone else's negligence.
Shannon Schott was raised in Jacksonville, Florida. She attended The Bolles School and matriculated to the University of Florida, from where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a certification in Public Affairs. She went on to Stetson University College of Law where she interned with a local Personal Injury law firm, an ERISA law firm in Clearwater, the Attorney General's Office and the State Attorney's Office for the 4th and 6th Judicial Circuits. She received the Blews Pro Bono Award for logging more than 300 hours of service while at Stetson Law, and received a certification in Trial Advocacy.  Shannon has practiced law in Jacksonville since her admittance to the Florida Bar in 2010. She is admitted to practice in Florida and the Middle District of Florida. She has tried more than 30 trials to verdict and represented more than 2000 clients.Â
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Shannon is actively involved in the legal, civil and philanthropic organizations. Shannon is Chair of the Criminal Litigation Section of the Jacksonville Bar Association, a member of Young Lawyers Division, and the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyer NE Florida Chapter Secretary. Shannon also works with Jacksonville Area Legal Aid regularly.
Shannon has also given legal commentary on several occasions. Â Here are a few of those media appearances:
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Shannon was very helpful to us as we navigated the legal system following an auto accident in which my teenager was involved. She was readily available by phone, text, email and even in-person on a necessary occasion. She and her team relentlessly took on the task of managing significant communications with the insurance company and in my opinion we concluded the case with the best result possible considering the situation.
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Posted by Anna | April 20, 2020
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Knowledgeable and determined to help
I am beyond happy with the work Shannon and her team did for my case. They were knowledgeable and determined to get the best possible result for me.
Posted by anonymous | May 1, 2019
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Fantastic Experience
When we contacted Shannon about having a record sealed we were extremely nervous. We were living out of state and had no idea what to expect. Shannon and her team were so helpful each step of the way and stayed in contact letting us know what was happening, if there were delays and why, etc. They made the entire process seamless and I felt at ease after our very first phone conversation. If needed again, I will absolutely return to Plata Schott Law and would highly recommend them!
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Posted by Charles G. | February 4, 2018
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A damn good attorney
Without Ms. Shannon Schott I'd be wasting the majority of my adult life in prison. She took a genuine interest in my case and was determined to see it through with positive results. Going up against a small town "Good ole boy" system, she was poised under pressure and did not falter. Her close attention to detail resulted in first a mistrial followed by a victory for both myself and everyone at Plata & Schott Attorneys at law.
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Posted by anonymous | October 1, 2017
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Fantastic Attorney!
My situation was very time oriented, having to find an attorney to hire by the end of a two day period. From my initial call with her, Ms. Schott was very straightforward and attentive to everything I wanted! We discussed (on the phone), what I wanted out of my case & she answered any questions I had before I even retained her!! After retention, she immeditely started working on my case!! The outcome was swift & the best that I could've hoped for!! She was very straightforward on what to expect & the various outcomes that could occur and what we were going for. Prices were fair, and they even gave me the option for a payment plan!! She also gave me her personal cell, so anytime I needed to reach her she was there! If unavailable, she would call me back as soon as possible! Very professional, courteous, and swift. Would recommend her to anyone looking for an attorney!
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Posted by Marie | May 1, 2017
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Amazing and Supportive Attorney
Attorney Schott did an amazing job as my legal counsel, she knew what to do and what to expect in person and in the courtroom as well. I would recommend her to anyone in need of an attorney no matter what their legal needs are. Thank you Shannon for your professional guidance.
Posted by Amber Hall | March 2, 2016
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Great lawyer
Mrs Schott was a great lawyer very efficient and she really cared and took her time on my husbands case...
Posted by Jennifer | October 13, 2014
Incredible represntation
Shannon is an incredible lawyer. Incredibly smart, organized, efficient, and kind. She handled everything I needed and then some. I would, and do, recommend her to everyone I know.
Posted by Sarah | October 9, 2014
Great experience with a top rate attorney
As a lawyer myself, I have worked with many attorneys in Florida and across the U.S. Plata Schott was incredibly helpful in my recent legal case. I have little experience with family law and was confident that Plata Schott was handling my case as a matter of importance and expediency. I appreciated being informed at every stage of the process. Shannon Schott was incredibly responsive and professional. She made me feel like any question I asked would be answered swiftly and after diligent investigation into the legal specifics. Shannon also liaised with the courts and sheriff's office to make sure all aspects of my case were handled appropriately. I would definitely recommend Plata Schott and am grateful to have had them as my attorneys in this matter.
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Criminal defense Attorney | Dec 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Shannon and I obtained a not guilty verdict after trial on a first degree felony charge of sale of cocaine within 1000 feet of a convenience store. Shannon is the most intelligent, dedicated and thoughtful attorney I have ever had the opportunity to work with. I would recommend her to my friends or family without hesitation."
Personal injury Attorney | Oct 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
Unknown Attorney | Sep 01
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"Knowing Shannon since law school, she has a knack for getting the best outcome in difficult situations. She is our Firm's "go-to" attorney in North Florida."
Criminal defense Attorney | May 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have observed Ms. Schott in the courtroom many times and find her to be a dedicated, effective, and intelligent advocate for her clients. I endorse her wholeheartedly."
Criminal defense Attorney | May 17
Relationship: Co-worker
"Shannon is a great attorney and an even better woman. I've known Shannon for several years, and she is of the highest professional and personal integrity. Practicing with Shannon in the same office has allowed me the opportunity to confer with her almost daily about a wide variety of legal issues. Her depth and breadth of experience and seasoned professional judgment are great assets to our clients."