Lawyer Shannon Wentworth, graduated from
California State University, Fresno, Class of 1997, M.A., English Literature, , California State University, Fresno, Class of 1993, B.A., English San Joaquin College of Law, Class of 2019, J.D., is now employed by Shannon Wentworth at
North Fork, CA 93643.Shannon Wentworth is one of the more than one million lawyers in United States. Before choosing Shannon Wentworth as your lawyer, you should consider whether Shannon Wentworth offers free consultation, (if not) how much the initial interview costs, if there is any hidden attorney fees, what's the fee schedule, whether he or she has good community reputation and is able to provide a list of good references. You can also contact the Board of Professional Responsibility of the state bar, to find out if Shannon Wentworth has ever been placed under any disciplinary actions. Please be aware that, though Shannon Wentworth's office is located at North Fork, CA, he or she might belong to the bar association of other states.
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Shannon Wentworth has been admitted in 2020, California;. His or her practice areas include Criminal Defense, Criminal Law, Appellate Practice, DUI/DWI, Expungements, Traffic Violations, Juvenile Law, Felonies, Drug Crimes, Parole and Probation, Misdemeanors.
Shannon Wentworth's college and law school education includes California State University, Fresno, Class of 1997, M.A., English Literature, , California State University, Fresno, Class of 1993, B.A., English, San Joaquin College of Law, Class of 2019, J.D.. Other biographical background includes Prior to studying the law, Shannon had a long career in journalism, marketing, and travel, holding numerous management positions. In 2008, Shannon launched her own travel company, Sweet, serving as CEO until 2014.
Drawn to criminal law by the growing injustice in its execution, Shannon’s main goal is to ensure that every defendant receives a top-notch defense in accordance with the California and United States Constitutions. Additionally, Shannon worked as a temporary independent hearing officer for the City of Fresno from 2018 to 2020, deciding disputes between citizens and the City of Fresno over municipal citations. Shannon served as Mr. Mugridge’s law clerk from 2018, moving into the position of Associate Attorney in 2020.
Shannon is a proud member of the North Fork Rancheria of Mono Indians, serving on Board of Commissioners for the tribe’s Indian Housing Authority since 2013.
AWARDS & HONORS
• Hugh Goodwin Scholarship
• Two LawSUIT Scholarships
• Association on Indian Affairs Florence Young scholarship
• American Indian Graduate Institute fellowship
• Two-time winner Elizabeth O’Neill Scholarship
• Witkin Awards in Criminal Law, Contracts, and Wills & Trusts I & II
• International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association, “Innovator of the Year,” 2010
• Advocate Magazine, “40 under 40,” 2009
• Speaker, TEDx Scottsdale, 2010
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