Shannon Howley
About Shannon Howley
Shannon Howley is a Litigation Attorney currently practicing matrimonial and family law at Cordell & Cordell in Amherst, New York. She has a diverse educational background, holding a Juris Doctor and a Master's in Social Work from the State University of New York at Buffalo, and has worked in various legal roles including as an Associate Attorney at Barclay Damon LLP.
Current Role at Cordell & Cordell
Shannon Howley serves as a Litigation Attorney at Cordell & Cordell in Amherst, New York, since 2021. In this role, she focuses on matrimonial and family law, providing legal representation and guidance to clients navigating complex family-related legal issues. Her experience in litigation equips her to handle various cases effectively, ensuring that clients receive informed and strategic legal support.
Previous Experience at Barclay Damon LLP
Prior to her current position, Shannon Howley worked as an Associate Attorney at Barclay Damon LLP from 2019 to 2021 in Buffalo, New York. During her two years at the firm, she gained valuable experience in litigation and developed her skills in legal research, case management, and client advocacy.
Educational Background
Shannon Howley has an extensive educational background. She graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Niagara University, where she studied from 2007 to 2011. She then pursued a dual degree at the State University of New York at Buffalo, earning both a Juris Doctor and a Master's in Social Work from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, she studied International Human Rights Law and International Intellectual Property Law at Université Panthéon Sorbonne, obtaining a Certificate in International and Comparative Law in 2013.
Early Career and Additional Roles
Shannon Howley began her legal career with various roles that contributed to her professional development. She worked as a Program Coordinator at the New York State Bar Association for two months in 2014. She also served as a Law Clerk at Jeffrey Freedman Attorneys at Law for eight months in 2014. Furthermore, she was an Attorney Editor at Thomson Reuters for five months in 2015, where she honed her legal writing and editing skills.