Shelley L. Levisay is the founder and managing attorney of Shawnee Litigator Law. A graduate of the University of Oklahoma College of Law and a member of the prestigious Order of Barristers, Shelley built her career in the courtroom advocating for clients when the stakes are highest.
Shelley began her legal career as a prosecutor, gaining extensive trial experience before transitioning to private practice. In 2014, she founded Shawnee Litigator Law with a focus on criminal defense and family law representation.
Over the course of her career, Shelley has tried more than 30 jury trials and over 100 bench trials, bringing extensive courtroom experience to every case she handles. She is known for her thorough preparation, strategic thinking, and unwavering dedication to her clients.
Shelley also serves as a public defender in Pottawatomie County and works on appeals involving parents who have lost their children through proceedings with the Oklahoma Department of Human Services.
She later earned an LL.M. in Indigenous Peoples Law in 2022, further strengthening her commitment to advocacy and justice.
Clients appreciate Shelley’s straightforward communication, strong courtroom presence, and commitment to fighting for the best possible outcome