Shannon Sweeney
About Shannon Sweeney
Shannon Sweeney is a Director at Fennemore and has extensive experience in litigation, having worked at various law firms including Cooley LLP and Sullivan Hill. She is also a faculty member at the National Institute for Trial Advocacy and serves on the board of Moxie Theatre.
Current Role at Fennemore
Shannon Sweeney serves as a Director at Fennemore, a position she has held since 2024. Based in San Diego, California, she brings extensive legal expertise to the firm. Her role involves overseeing various legal matters and providing strategic guidance to clients.
Previous Legal Experience
Shannon Sweeney has a diverse legal background with significant roles in various firms. She worked as a Litigation Associate at Cooley LLP from 1999 to 2001, followed by a position as a Litigation Attorney at Baker & McKenzie from 2001 to 2008. She later became a Partner at White, Amundson, Kish & Sweeney from 2014 to 2016 and served as a Shareholder at Sullivan Hill from 2016 to 2023.
Education and Legal Qualifications
Shannon Sweeney earned her Bachelor's degree in Art History and Theatre from Scripps College, studying from 1988 to 1992. She is currently pursuing her Doctor of Law (J.D.) at the University of San Francisco School of Law, a program she has been enrolled in since 1999. She is licensed to practice law in California, New York, and Texas.
Litigation Achievements
Shannon Sweeney has successfully handled complex litigation cases throughout her career. She has defeated multiple product liability class actions involving WD-40 and has argued appeals in both the Fourth District and the Ninth Circuit. Additionally, she resolved a high-profile class action in Texas on behalf of plaintiffs, which was affirmed on appeal.
Community Involvement
Shannon Sweeney is actively involved in her community, serving on the board of Moxie Theatre. This organization focuses on creating diverse and honest representations of women through theatre, reflecting her commitment to promoting inclusivity and representation in the arts.