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Shannon Marie Shepherd
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It’s hard to believe this will be my 18th year practicing immigration law. Four different administrations have taken four different approaches to immigration in terms of how they view and treat family-based immigration, employment-based immigration, asylum, humanitarian benefits, and citizenship. I’ve had to adapt to different ways of advocating for my clients in all of these areas over the years. I’m proud to be a partner at Immigration Attorneys, LLP, where we zealously advocate for all clients, even when the odds seem stacked against us, or where other attorneys have been unsuccessful in getting benefits or relief.
Advocacy is a part of everything I do: advocating for immigration reform as well as agency accountability as a member of the American Immigration Lawyers’ Association’s (AILA) National Media and Advocacy Committee, and current co-chair of the AILA Chicago Chapter’s Advocacy Committee; advocating for the advancement of civil and human rights as the past Chair of the Human Rights Section of the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA) and current ex-officio of the ISBA’s Diversity Leadership Council; and seeking collaboration among lawyers from all backgrounds by participating on the planning committee for the Minority Bar CLE Conference.
I am an experienced immigration attorney who will take on complex cases in all areas of immigration law. Even if you have previously been denied, I may be able to help come up with a creative new solution. Every case is different but there are also many things to try!
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Immigration
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Fees and Rates
Licenses
Licensed in Illinois for 22 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Immigration Attorneys, LLP
(312) 661-9021
Fax
300 W. Adams St., Suite 500, Chicago, IL, 60606
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Posted by Maria O Rendon | October 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
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Porfabor Latinos, jamàs acudan con esta abogada, me hizo esperar por mas de 7 años , jamas me arregló mis documentos,, me robô alrededor de 7mil dolares . No entiendo porqué tiene estos reviews ,si ha sido la causante de que varias personas ya no regresen.. le puse mi caso a otro abogado y mi caso es...
Shannon Shepherd
Replied last October 18, 2022Hi Maria, Of course I remember you, and me and my firm have done work for other members of your family as well, with success! We were also successful on the first part of your process, and prepared to file the second, but you decided to go to a new lawyer at that time. We were disappointed that you did not stick it out with us, but understand that things change. If you would like to discuss your concerns offline, please feel free to contact me directly, my contact info is the same! Sincerely, Shannon
Shannon Marie Shepherd's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ms. Shepherd is a star in the Illinois legal community. She treats her clients with respect and zealously advocates for their rights in every case. She is a consummate professional and a truly gifted attorney. I would highly recommend Ms. Shepherd to anyone in need of immigration assistance."
"I serve with Shannon on a committee of the Illinois State Bar Association. She's very involved in working for human rights and an excellent lawyer."
"Shannon is an exceptional immigration attorney who cares deeply for her clients and always strives to achieve the best possible result for them!"
"Shannon's record for winning, even some of the most difficult cases, is second to none."
"Shannon Shepherd has my endorsement. She is an excellent immigration attorney and is skilled in both employment and investment-based work and in removal defense and family-based work. She is a dedicated advocate and compassionate."
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Experience
Honors
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
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2024
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2023
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2022
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2021
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2020
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2020
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2017
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2017
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2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
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2016
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2016
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2015
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2015
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2015
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2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
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2013
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2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
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2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
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2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
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2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Partner, Immigration Attorneys, LLP
Associations
2020 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationNational AILA Advocacy and Media Committee Member
2020 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Chicago Chapter)Co-Chair, Advocacy Committee
2011 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationPast Chair- Human Rights Section Council
2006 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember- Chicago Chapter
Education
2003
John Marshall Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
University of Georgia, Athens
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Chicago Bar Association
• “Ins & Outs & Ups & Downs of E-2 Visas,” CLE
2016
Chicago Bar Association
• “Rumble in the Jungle… or J-1 v. H-3 Visas: Bringing Employees from Abroad for Short Training Programs,” CLE program
2015
Chicago Bar Association
“Complex Naturalization Issues,” CLE
2010
Illinois State Bar Association
“Cross-Cultural Communication: How Respect for Culture Returns Referrals —Chinese-American communication issues,” CLE
Publications
2015
Human Rights
• “Illinois Appellate Court Takes Position on Special Immigrant Juvenile Petition,”
2014
Human Rights
• “Class Action Lawsuits should cause Illinois immigration practitioners to re-think advice to clients detained under the INA’s “mandatory detention” provision,”
2013
Human Rights
• “What a Difference a Year Makes for Same Sex Couples in Illinois,”
2012
Human Rights
“Immigration update: Can civil unions partners in Illinois apply for immigration benefits?,”
2012
Illinois State Bar Association International and Immigration Law Newsletter "The Globe"
“Seventh Circuit speaks on time limits for filing motions to reopen in Sarmiento v. Holder,”
Languages
French