Shannon Peters, an adept criminal defense attorney, brings a wealth of experience and dedication to her practice. With a proactive, compassionate, and thorough approach, Shannon has established herself as a trusted legal advocate. Prior to founding her own firm, she honed her skills at Tyler Allen Law firm for six years, focusing on criminal defense, civil traffic defense, and employment law. Her experience extends to representing clients in diverse administrative proceedings, including those before state and local agencies such as the Arizona Motor Vehicle Department, handling matters such as suspension and revocation proceedings. Additionally, Shannon is well-versed in managing Orders of Protection and Injunctions Against Harassment.
Originally from Chicago, Shannon graduated from Cornell College in Mount Vernon, Iowa in 2004, before earning her Juris Doctorate from Drake University Law School in Des Moines, Iowa in 2007. Since relocating to Arizona in 2007, Shannon has tirelessly advocated for her clients in various legal matters, ranging from photo radar and civil traffic violations to DUI, misdemeanor, and felony cases. Committed to providing comprehensive, competent, and aggressive representation, Shannon draws upon her training at the Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyer’s College, where she gained invaluable insight into understanding her clients' perspectives and the potentially life-altering nature of the charges they face. Clients working with Shannon can expect honest and compassionate guidance as she navigates their legal challenges with integrity.
Beyond her legal career, Shannon finds fulfillment in her roles as a wife and mother of two sons. She is deeply engaged in community service, volunteering with multiple animal rescue organizations and advocating for animal rights. In her leisure time, Shannon enjoys quality moments with her family, indulging in activities such as playing with her three dogs, practicing bikram yoga, experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen, and embracing her love for karaoke.
Shannon's dedication to excellence in her profession has been recognized through various accolades, including being named a Rising Star by SuperLawyers, receiving the 10 Best for Client Satisfaction award from the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys, and earning the Client's Choice Award from Avvo. Her professional affiliations include memberships in esteemed organizations such as the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Maricopa County Bar Association (Criminal Law and Employment sections), Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice, Arizona Women Lawyers Association, and the American Association for Justice (Criminal Law division), among others. Shannon's commitment to her clients and her community exemplifies her unwavering dedication to justice and advocacy within the legal profession.
