M. Shannon Foster

M. Shannon Foster

also known as Shannon Foster, PA

4.4
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 30 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Greenwood, AR
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Estate Planning, Criminal Defense

Po Box 1322, 5 South Main Street, Greenwood, AR

About M.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 35%

31 years | 9,000 cases

35%
Criminal Defense 15%

31 years | 3,500 cases

15%
Estate Planning 15%

31 years | 2,000 cases

15%

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Licenses

Licensed in Arkansas for 30 years

State: Arkansas

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of M. Shannon Foster

Po Box 1322, 5 South Main Street, Greenwood, AR, 72936-1322

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M. Shannon Foster's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jan | May 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Truly Has Your Back

For my divorce, I originally hired a lawyer that did very little for me. In fact the only good thing that he did was stop the divorce, which allowed me time to find Shannon Foster. I read every review that I could find on her and finally decided to consult with her. I was very nervous because of wh...at I had just been through with the other attorney. Shannon is very thorough, quick with responses, and will have your back. After I talked with her that first day, I knew I had to have her represent me. She is straightforward and to the point. I never wandered if she was going to fight for me. She proved it over and over again. Anytime I had a concern she addressed it immediately with, not only myself, but my ex husband’s attorney. She is fearless and doesn’t back down! I was married for 20 years and had been teaching for 20 years. She was able to protect 100% of my retirement. I’m am so thankful to God for leading me to Shannon Foster. With her by my side, I felt like anything was possible. If you’ve been through a divorce or are going through one now, you know how important it is to have someone on your side. Someone to fight for you, someone that can alleviate your fears somewhat, by responding to your questions, someone who is quick with responses and quick with action, someone who can get the job done and get it done right! So if you find yourself needing an attorney, she is the very best, in my opinion. I did a LOT of research after that first attorney. Don’t waste time and money on someone that you HOPE will do you right. Hire Shannon Foster and you won’t have to wander if you made a good decision or not!!

Posted by Joey | October 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I got a divorce

I wouldn’t recommend her. At time for divorce filing I paid one amount and divorce was uncontested and after divorce somehow it was contested and cost 500$. I won’t use her again.

Posted by anonymous | December 19, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Fast acting and hard hitting attorney

A friend recommended me to Shannon after I gave up on getting a return call from my first attorney. After paying my first lawyer $1,500 for an uncontested divorce, he NEVER spoke to me again. I called numerous times just trying to get the status of my case. His staff would say "he was working on i...t" and that he would let me know when it was prepared. Five weeks after I paid him, my divorce still was not even filed! Frustrated, a friend and co-worker gave me Shannon's number. I was able to get an appointment that week for a free consultation. I felt really good about her. She actually listened to me and answered my questions. I decided to hire Shannon and she filed my divorce case in less than 24 hours!!! Shannon cares about her work and she cares about my case. Anytime I had a question, she would always return my calls the same day. After Shannon filed my case, I called the first attorney that I paid the big retainer to and never heard back from. Again I had to leave a message. Funny thing, he called me back after I told his assistant I wanted my retainer refunded since he never did a single thing for me except take my money and give me a receipt. He had the nerve to tell me that his retainers are non-refundable and that I signed a contract agreeing to that when I filled out a client information sheet. He also said since I paid him $1,500 he would put that money toward any other legal matter that I may or may not have in the future. He is crazy if he thinks I would use him as a lawyer even if it was for free. This experience has left me knowing the difference between a horrible scum sucking lawyer and a first class, five-star attorney. I will never have to worry if I have a legal matter because I have Shannon on my side fighting for me.

Posted by Burke | August 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

An Excellent Litigator and Commercial Attorney

Shannon Foster is a first rate attorney who is extremely well versed in the law but is always putting her client's best interest first. Unlike many, she always takes the most practical and less costly direction in litigation---looking for the solution to the problem not the litigious route. I whole ...heartily and high recommend her for all commercial, financial, and litigation requirements.

Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2015

An attorney you can count on

I went to Shannon Foster when I first started thinking about divorce. She answered all my questions and took the time to listen to my concerns. When I was ready to file, I left a message with her office. She called me back that same day and filed the paperwork in less than 24 hours. She was always... available when I had questions. She really took care of me all the way through to the end of my divorce. If I ever need a lawyer again I know I can count on Shannon to fight for me.

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Honors

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1992

Outstanding Academic Achievement, Golden Key National Honor Society

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Owner, Foster Law Office - Greenwood, AR

2010 - 2014

Adjunct Professor, University of Arkansas-Fort Smith

2002 - 2006

City Attorney, City of Central City

1997 - 2006

Owner, Foster Law Office - Fort Smith

1995 - 1996

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Prosecuting Attorney, Sixth Judicial District

Associations

1997 - Present

Sebastian County Bar Association

Member

1995 - Present

Arkansas Bar Association

Member

1984 - Present

American Mensa Society

Member

Education

1995

Loyola University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

University of California - Irvine

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

1992

Orange County Register, California How Representative Are Your Local Elected Officials

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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