Shannon Kelly

Providing strategic counsel on all aspects of labor, employment, and employee benefits law, from preventative advice and compliance counsel to litigation. Leveraging legal experience and a background in public relations to deliver comprehensive, business-focused solutions.

Shannon Kelly is a seasoned attorney with nearly two decades of experience providing strategic counsel to employers on labor and employment law matters. Her practice encompasses assisting clients with compliance matters involving the range of federal and state employment laws, policy development and revision, internal and agency audits, employee benefit plan design and compliance, and harassment and discrimination investigations. With a strong focus on helping clients navigate complex issues under Title VII, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, the Affordable Care Act, and the Fair Labor Standards Act, Shannon ensures clients are well-positioned to manage these obligations effectively.

In addition to her work with private employers, Shannon represents higher education institutions, offering comprehensive counsel on employment law claims when litigation is inevitable. Her extensive litigation experience includes defending clients in cases under all federal and state employment statutes.

Before transitioning to law, Shannon built a strong foundation in nonprofit management and public relations and branding. This unique background enhances her ability to provide client-centered, well-rounded counsel and guide clients through legal challenges while balancing both legal strategy and business objectives.