$ 350-400 per hour
Shaun P Kenney
About Shaun
Biography
As the father of three (3) intelligent and precocious children, I know how important it is to protect and guide them into an unknown, uncertain and unknowing future. They deserve all of the assets and assistance they can get to succeed in a future that you, as their parent or guardian, may not see. Never trust your life or your children's lives with an inexperienced or untested attorney. Never! I have over thirty (30) years experience as the lead trial lawyer -- including death penalty and representing major Fortune 100 companies -- but found the criminal and civil aspects of the practice of law unfulfilling. A good lawyer can effect the lives of those living today while a great lawyer can effect the lives of those who are living and coming of age today, tomorrow and well into the future. I look forward to being of service to you and your children now, tomorrow and far into that unknown and unknowing future.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Arizona for 18 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in Missouri for 37 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
The Kenney Law Firm PLC
485 South Main Avenue, Building 3, Tucson, AZ, 85701-2379
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Posted by Jeanne | February 03, 2018 | Divorce & Separation
Shaun P Kenney: An Honest and Fair Attorney
In my opinion Shaun Kenney is an exceptional attorney. I found Mr. Kenney to be very knowledgeable and trustworthy throughout my interactions with him . He was professional and provided detailed information related to my divorce. What I found particularly helpful was his answers to my questions were...
Shaun Kenney
Replied last February 03, 2018Thank you for your kind words, Jeanne. I remember your unique and interesting situation very well and I hope you were able to get the assistance you needed and that you continue to do exceptionally well. I hope to hear from you from time to time. Perhaps one day our paths will cross again. Hope springs eternal.
Posted by Linda | February 03, 2018
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Mr. Kenney responded promptly to my search for an attorney. I have been trying for over a week to find someone that I can afford. While I cannot afford Mr. Kenney's attorney fees I did appreciate what appeared to me to be genuine interest in my case and thoughtfulness on what other resources would ...
Shaun Kenney
Replied last February 03, 2018Thank you for your comments Linda. You were a very kind person facing an interesting and difficult situation. I sincerely hope you were able to get the assistance you needed and that you are doing exceptionally well. Perhaps one day our paths will cross again. I hope you will stay in contact with me to let me know how you are doing.
Shaun P Kenney's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have read a lot of Mr. Kenney's answers to questions here on AVVO, and find his legal knowledge to be spectacular, and his advice to be very useful and wise. You can tell he's an outstanding attorney."
"Shaun is a thorough and effective lawyer who ensures his clients case is brought forth in the most effective and convincing manner possible. He works hard on behalf of his clients and is respected by all who work with him."
"Shaun Kenney is a knowledgeable family law attorney. He cares about his clients and fights to get them the best possible result."
"I endorse Shaun. He's an excellent advocate for his clients."
Patrick Brick
Litigation lawyer
Stephen Vincent
Child custody lawyer
Reagen Kulseth
Child custody lawyer
Sean Thrush
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2022
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2022
Chosen as the 2022 Elite Lawyer for Family Law Matters, Elite Lawyers of America
2021
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2018
Lawyers of Distinction -- Distinguished Member, National Law Journal
2017
Top 25 Law Firms in Tucson, Tucson Business Journal
2017
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
America's Most Honored Top 10% Professionals, Top American Professionals via American Registry
2016
Top 25 Law Firms in Tucson, Tucson Business Journal
1992
Lon O. Hocker Award Nominee, State Bar of Missouri
1991
Lon O. Hocker Award Nominee, State Bar of Missouri
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Managing Member/Lead Trial Lawyer, The Kenney Law Firm, P.L.C.
2015 - 2024
Judge Pro Tem (Volunteer), Superior Court of Arizona In Pima County
2008 - 2011
Manager of the Family Law Department/Lead Trial Attorney, Thrush Law Group, PLLC
2007 - 2008
Lead Trial Attorney, Zanes & Associates
2006 - 2007
Trial Attorney, Barassi & Curl, PLC
2000 - 2006
Managing Member/Lead Trial Attorney, Kenney, Shepherd & Guilfoyle, P.C.
1992 - 1999
Associate Attorney, Sherman, Taff & Bangert, P.C.
1990 - 1992
Assistant Public Defender/Lead Trial Attorney, State Of Missouri Public Defender
1988 - 1990
Law Clerk/Bailiff to the Honorable Jack E. Gant, Circuit Court Of Jackson County, Missouri
1987 - 1988
Associate Attorney, Gates & Clyde, Chartered
1986 - 1987
Law Clerk to Honorable J.W. Mahoney, Wyandotte County District Court
1985 - 1986
Legal Intern, U.S. Attorney's Office -- Criminal Division -- USDC for the District of Nebraska
Associations
2023 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth CircuitMember
2013 - Present
Divorce Recovery, Inc. ("DRI"), wholly owned non-profit agency of Jewish Family & Children's Services ("JFCS")Treasurer & Member of the Board of Directors
2011 - Present
Pima County Bar AssocitionMember
2007 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaMember
1994 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth CircuitMember
1988 - Present
Missouri State BarMember
2011 - 2016
Carlos Figueroa Foundation, LLCLegal Counsel & Member of the Board of Directors
1992 - 2005
Lawyers Association of Kansas CityMember
1990 - 2005
Kansas City Metropolitan Bar AssociationMember
1988 - 2005
Jackson County Law LibraryBoard Member, Officer
1988 - 2004
Johnson County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1987 - 2009
Kansas Bar AssociationMember
1987 - 1992
Wyandotte County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Persephone Shon, Petitioner vs. Bogdan Radu, Respondent, Case No.: 21-825 (U.S. Supreme Court)
Petition GRANTED. Judgment VACATED and case REMANDED for further consideration in light of Golan v. Saada, 596 U. S. ___ (2022).
In re the Co-Guardianship and Co-Conservatorship of Ayman A. Hadi -- Case No.:
Trial Court's decision affirmed on appeal
Georgia L. Benson vs. Brian D. Curdo
Appellate court affirmed trial court's action
Education
1986
Creighton University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
Gonzaga University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2007
Missouri State Bar Mid-Winter Meeting
Arbitration: Is It Really Faster, Better & More Cost Effective?
2005
Continuing Legal Education ("CLE")
Pre-Trial Preparation for the Skilled Paralegal Practitioner: The Defense Perspective
1998
CLE Seminar
Effective Motion Practice
1997
CLE Seminar
Pre-Trial Preparation, Motion Practice and Annual Update on Missouri Discovery Law
1997
CLE Seminar
Effective Motion Practice
1996
CLE Seminar
Pre-Trial Preparation, Motion Practice and Annual Update on Missouri Discovery Law
1996
CLE Seminar
Effective Motion Practice
1995
Continuing Legal Education ("CLE")
Pre-Trial Preparation, Motion Practice and Annual Update on Missouri Discovery Law
1995
CLE Seminar
Effective Motion Practice
1994
CLE Seminar
Effective Motion Practice
1993
CLE Seminar
Effective Motion Practice
1992
CLE Seminar
Effective Motion Practice
Publications
2016
Arizona Court of Appeals -- Division Two Published Opinions
In re Marriage of Georgia L. Benson, FKA Georgia L. Curdo, Appellant vs. Brian D. Curdo, Appellee
1995
FindLaw -- United States Court of Appearls, 8th Circuit Court of Appeals
Theodore P. Moses, Appellant, vs. Union Pacific Railroad, Appellee/Appellant vs. Mid-South Milling, Appellee.
1986
Creighton Law Review
Metge vs. Baehler: The Eighth Circuit and the 1933 and 1934 Securities Act
Languages
German
French
Activity
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21 Jul 2025
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Can I get the court to end back "errors" child support payments?
20 May 2024
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My husband left me.
31 Oct 2023