Kenneth John Shakeshaft

Kenneth John Shakeshaft

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 43 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Colorado Springs, CO
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury

627 North Weber Street, Suite 1, Colorado Springs, CO

About Kenneth

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Brain Injury 25%

Head injuries, closed head injuries, brain damage: Even so-called "moderate" brain injuries can mean a lifetime of confusion and a limited ability to work. We have helped people with head injuries and those with brain damage from exposure to toxic levels of carbon monoxide receive compensation to cover their long term medical and financial needs.

44 years

25%
Car Accident 25%

Injuries can result in significant medical bills permanent injuries, lifetime effects of chronic pain, disfigurement - scars, disability - inability to return to work, lost wages - income vocational rehabilitation and the necessity for re-training into a new career. If the automobile accident is caused by someone else, then you can recover from their automobile insurance company. We can assist you in obtaining the right settlement with the insurance companies.

44 years

25%
Personal Injury 25%

We have helped people with a wide rage of serious injuries including head injuries, brain damage from CO exposure, traumatic amputations, spinal cord injuries, paralysis, back surgery, neck fusions, chronic pain, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), dog bite injuries.

44 years

25%
Spinal Cord Injury 25%

Back and spinal cord injuries can severely affect daily life and independence, impacting work and mobility. In the most severe cases, they can lead to a significantly impaired quality of life and psychological issues, such as depression.

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

25%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 43 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1982

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Shakeshaft Law Firm

627 North Weber Street, Suite 1, Colorado Springs, CO, 80903

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Kenneth John Shakeshaft's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

5 star (4)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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1 star (0)

Posted by Jonathan | December 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Compensated with respect

Excellent communication skills. Was given the time and attention I personally needed, as well as the time and attention my case needed. After being rear ended I called up the office and felt like they put everything else on hold to focus on me. We quickly got appointments to be evaluated and... to make a treatment plan. When I had questions Ken and his office went above and beyond during Covid to accommodate face time and zoom calls, or quick texts. There was a point when I didn’t like the doctor I was working with and in less than an hour I had appointments with another office who made me feel comfortable. After three months I have no out of pocket medical expenses and we are working for a fair compensation. I feel respected and valued, I feel trust in the process laid out for me, and in the action taken to follow that plan. 10/10 would recommend to anyone

Posted by Ted | September 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Conscientious, highly skilled, strategic litigator

I worked with Ken on a case where he demonstrated advanced strategic litigation competency while embodying strong advocacy skills in negotiations, and dealing with adversary counsel. His attention to detail and client goals was exemplary.

Posted by William | June 28, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Very Detailed

I have consulted with Mr. Shakeshaft on numerous issues. He is very detailed in the reviews and opinions that I requested, I have also referred numerous people for his assistance with their legal situations. They have been well represented.

Posted by Daniel | June 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

personal injury claim review

I have had the pleasure of having Mr Shakeshaft represent me a few times over the past 15+ years. He and his office staff has always provided excellent communication each step along the way in getting my issues with insurance companies resolved. While some TV Atty's espouse how much they have gotte...n prior clients (with disclaimers at the bottom of their ad's), Mr Shakeshaft and his team has always provided realistic expectations in what I should expect in resolution of my cases. His ability to get insurance companies to live up to their responsibilities helped get my issues resolved in a expedient time frame.

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Kenneth John Shakeshaft's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Donohoe

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I went to work for Ken out of law school and eventually became his partner for 13 years. Ken knows the law and is a skilled lawyer in drafting, presenting and trying his cases. I have learned a lot from Ken and still rely on his expertise in dealing with my own cases."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Distinguished Attorney- Very High Rating Legal Ability & Ethical, Martindale-Hubbell®

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Lifetime Charter Member, Top American Lawyers

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

2014 Top Lawyers in Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs Style Magazine, Attorney Peer Review

2011

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Partner, Shakeshaft and Gorman Law Firm

1982 - 2017

Lead Attorney/Owner, Shakeshaft Law Firm

Associations

United States Supreme Court Bar

Member

United States Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals

Member

United States District Court of Colorado

Member

Colorado Supreme Court

Member

2000 - 2005

Colorado Trial Lawyers Association

Former Board of Directors

Education

1982

University of Illinois College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1979

University of Illinois

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2021

Remedies for Vac:

Remedies for Vac:

2021

Mental Health Law

Mental Health Law

Publications

2010

Colorado Bar Association - The Colorado Lawyer Workers' Compensation: Rules, Rules, Rules, and More Rules

2005

Trial Talk(CO)-- Official Publication of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association The Perils of Workers Compensation Subrogation Claims

2005

Trial Talk (CO)--Official Publication of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association Navigating the Workers Compensation IME Process

2004

Trial Talk (CO)--Official Publication of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association Longshoreman and Harbor Workers Compensation Cases in Colorado

1992

Trial Talk (CO)--Official Publication of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association Accountability of Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors

Languages

English

Activity

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