How much does it cost to hire Shannon for a general case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Shannon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does Shannon offer a free consultation?

Shannon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shannon's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Shannon's current terms during booking.

How long do general cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Shannon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Shannon take my case if I'm outside Philadelphia?

Shannon is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Shannon will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

What should I bring to my first meeting with Shannon?

Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Shannon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Shannon accepting new general clients right now?

Shannon's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Shannon M. Porterfield, General Attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

4 years of legal practice · focused on General, Health Care, and Medical Malpractice

Senior AssociateatWood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP

Philadelphia, PA

Practicing general in Philadelphia since 2022.

4+: Years practicing
1: Bar admission

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Shannon M. Porterfield is a senior associate based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Medical Malpractice. Shannon has 4 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP.

Based in: Philadelphia, PA
Experience: 4 years
Known for: General · Health Care · Medical Malpractice

Handles General, Health Care, and Medical Malpractice matters from Philadelphia, PA.
4 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Shannon's practice areas in Philadelphia

Shannon concentrates on general, health care, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Shannon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

General cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Shannon takes general matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Shannon agrees to represent you.

Health Care cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Shannon takes health care matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Shannon agrees to represent you.

Medical Malpractice cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Shannon takes medical malpractice matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Shannon agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Shannon takes personal injury matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Shannon agrees to represent you.

Biography

Shannon M. Porterfield, general attorney serving Philadelphia

Shannon Porterfield is a senior associate attorney in the Philadelphia office of WSHB, where she defends individuals and corporations in various aspects of complex civil litigation claims.

Before joining the firm, Shannon gained extensive experience in civil litigation matters, focusing on commercial transportation and premises liability claims. Her previous experience also includes serving as a judicial law clerk in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and interning with the United States Attorneys’ Office in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Shannon also served as a law clerk at a boutique healthcare law firm, where she prepared and filed insurance appeals and assisted in physician licensing and regulatory compliance matters.

Shannon graduated from Wake Forest University School of Law. While in law school, she was an online editor of the Wake Forest Law Review, where her student article “Litigating Opioid Addiction as Organized Crime: An Analysis of Proximate Cause and Pharmaceutical Misrepresentations Under RICO” was published. Shannon further served as a research assistant, focusing on healthcare matters, and was a clinical student in the Veterans Legal Clinic, where she represented low-income veterans with “bad paper” discharges stemming from various mental health disorders. She previously earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Health Policy and Administration from Pennsylvania State University, graduating magna cum laude.

Shannon is admitted to practice law in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and before the United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania.

Newsroom

Publications

•How COVID Changed the Rules: Reappraising the Future of COVID-19 Waivers, AMERICAN HEALTH LAW ASSOCIATION, Online, April 2022
•Litigating Opioid Addiction as Organized Crime: An Analysis of Proximate Cause and Pharmaceutical Misrepresentations Under RICO, WAKE FOREST LAW REVIEW, Online, August 2021

How Shannon handles general matters

Shannon Porterfield is a senior associate attorney in the Philadelphia office of WSHB, where she defends individuals and corporations in various aspects of complex civil litigation claims. Before joining the firm, Shannon gained extensive experience in civil litigation matters, focusing on commercial transportation and premises liability claims. Her previous experience also includes serving as a…

Who Shannon represents

Shannon reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, health care, and medical malpractice matters in Philadelphia and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Shannon studied and practices

Wake Forest University School of Law
J.D. · 2022
Pennsylvania State University
B.S. · 2018

Jurisdictions

Shannon's state bar admissions

Pennsylvania U.S. Di
2022 · ACTIVE

Shannon studied at J.D. in Wake Forest University School of Law and B.S. in Pennsylvania State University.

Law school and academic background

Shannon completed J.D. in Wake Forest University School of Law and B.S. in Pennsylvania State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Shannon runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Shannon M. Porterfield's office in Philadelphia

Shannon's primary office is at One Liberty Place, 1760 Market Street, Suite 1001, Philadelphia, PA, 19103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP

One Liberty Place, 1760 Market Street, Suite 1001

Philadelphia, PA 19103

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Hiring guide

How to hire Shannon M. Porterfield — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Shannon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Shannon charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shannon's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Shannon will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a general attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Shannon

Shannon discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Shannon confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Shannon's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Shannon M. Porterfield

How much does it cost to hire Shannon for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Shannon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Shannon offer a free consultation?
Shannon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shannon's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Shannon's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Shannon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Shannon take my case if I'm outside Philadelphia?
Shannon is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Shannon will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Shannon?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Shannon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Shannon accepting new general clients right now?
Shannon's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

General attorneys serving Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania

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