Shannon Suzanne Leis

Shannon Suzanne Leis

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 17 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Santa Monica, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

808 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 200, Santa Monica, CA

This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: In-House Counsel

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 7 years

State: California

Acquired: 2018

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Ohio for 17 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Shannon Suzanne Leis

808 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 200, Santa Monica, CA, 90401

Sydow Leis LLC

454 East Main Street, Suite 260, Columbus, OH, 43215-5063

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Shannon Suzanne Leis's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by Amber | July 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Couldn't ask for a better attorney

Shannon Leis has been my attorney for some time now. I have unfortunately made some poor decisions that have led me to court a few times over the years. She has always been my first point of contact. She always made me so comfortable, like a friend would in a hard time. She is highly respected in th...e court system and I have seen first hand why that is. She is very dependable, wise and I could not ask for better representation. Thank you Shannon for all of your support, time and effort you have extended onto me!

Posted by Juan | August 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Lawyer

I Feel Like , Shannon Leis was Very Professional and Mad me Feel like she Cared about my Case . I was Facing A very Difficult Charge and Got me A Great Plea . Awesome

Posted by Dunard | July 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Handled business

Shannon did exactly what I wanted her to do I had a few warrant and she went in the judges chambers and got them lifting without me even going to court!! She got me new court dates she told exactly what to do and I did it and when it came time for me to go to court we entered the court room (She told... me to have a seat) she went right up to the bench told the judge about my case told him what I had done and he threw all the cases out!! I didn't even have to go in front of him she is a beast definitely satisfied !!!!

Posted by Paul | May 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Much Gratitude

Shannon was a very vital part of my case from the beginning to the end. Right from the start she earned my trust. She has compassion for her job and helping others get a second chance in life. I'd refer Shannon with out a second guess to anyone in need of a defense attorney that will work with you a...nd for you ..... Thank You Shannon for all you done in my situation and Thanks to your team.

Posted by anonymous | April 4, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great!

Case was dismissed! Shannon was professional and easily accessible. Her down to earth personality is comforting and helped me through a stressful process. Highly recommend!

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Shannon Suzanne Leis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tara Shamsfard-Motavasseli

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Leis is highly respected in the community and is very knowledgeable and passionate about criminal law. Highly recommended."

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Brandon Shroy

Criminal defense lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shannon does an excellent job in the courtroom. She is also excellent at explaining technical legal matters in a way that makes sense to non-attorneys."

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Holly Regoli

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Leis is highly respected in the community and an attorney I can recommend for your legal needs."

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Nathan Dineen

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I met Attorney Leis at an educational seminar on DUI/OVI Standardized Field Sobriety Testing. She is passionate about the law and will represent you intelligently. I would recommend her to anyone."

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T Skillings

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joseph Scott

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tara Shamsfard-Motavasseli

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brandon Shroy

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top Lawyers, Columbus C.E.O. Magazine

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2014

Clients' Choice Award, AVVO

2010

Young Alumnus of the Year, Capital University Law School

2009

Louisville Slugger Award, Central Ohio Association for Justice

Work Experience

2013 - 2014

Criminal Law Moot Court Coach, Capital University Law School

2011 - 2017

Adjunct Professor of Forensic Evidence, Capital University Law School

Associations

2012 - 2016

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Attorney Member

2010 - 2015

Central Ohio Association for Justice

Criminal Law Committee Chair

2008 - 2016

Ohio Bar Assocition

Attorney Member

2008 - 2016

Central Ohio Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers

Attorney Member

2008 - 2016

Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Attorney Member

Education

2008

Capital University Law School

Juris Doctor, Magna Cum Laude

2004

The Ohio State University

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

Elevate

Civil and Criminal Justice in an Unjust World

2016

Trial Skills Continuing Legal Education

Cross Examination Skills

2016

Career Advantage Program

Criminal Law Panel

2011

Trial Skills Institute

Direct and Cross Examination

2011

How to Handle Your First OVI Trial

OVI Trials

Languages

English

Activity

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