Katherine McShane

The McShane Firm, LLC, Harrisburg, PA

Philosophy
Katherine McShane believes that knowledge is power. By improving her skill set and knowledge base as an attorney, she can better serve her clients. Katherine is also a strong believer in the constitution and protecting the rights of those who stand accused from the strong arm of the government.
Personal Background
Katherine attended law school at California Western School of Law. Based on academic achievement, Katherine was invited to be a part of the CSWL law review. She served as an associate writer and associate editor for both the California Western Law Review and International Law Journal. During school, Katherine also interned at a civil litigation firm and at the District Attorney’s Office.

After graduation, Katherine returned home to Colorado and began work at the 1st Judicial District Attorneys office as a Deputy District Attorney. After working for 3 1/2 years as a DA and gaining valuable courtroom experience, she left for a more rewarding career in criminal defense. In addition to litigating hundreds of DUI and criminal cases, Mrs. McShane has also attended numerous seminars about DUI defense and forensic science to continue to expand her skills as an advocate.

In her spare time, Katherine enjoys spending time outdoors and running with her dog. She also enjoys training for and competing in triathlons.

She is a Black Belt in Choy Lay Fut Kung Fu.

DUI & DWI
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Appeals & Appellate
Civil Appeals, Federal Appeals
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Languages

  • English:
    Spoken, Written

Litigation Associate
The McShane Firm, LLC, Harrisburg, PA
2013 –

Current

Associate Litigation Attorney
Tiftickjian Law Firm, Denver, CO
2011 –

2013

Associate Litigation Attorney
Jansen & Associates, Attorneys at Law, Denver, CO
2011 –

2011

Deputy District Attorney
Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office, Golden, CO
2008 –

2011

Summer Law Clerk
Mulliken, Weiner, Karsh, Berg, & Jolivet, P.C., Colorado Springs, CO

2006

California Western School of Law
J.D.

2008

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California Western Law Review and International Law Journal
Associate Writer

2007

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California Western Law Review and International Law Journal
Associate Editor

2007

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University of Colorado – Boulder
B.S.

2004

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Avvo Rating
Avvo
2020
AVVO RATING 8.1
State Bar of Pennsylvania

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Member
Current
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Dauphin County Bar Association

Member
Current
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Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member
Current
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National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member
Current
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DUI Defense Lawyer’s Associate

Member
Current
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Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member
Current
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American Chemical Society, Chemistry in the Law Division

Member
Current
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Pennsylvania Association for Drunk Driving Defense Attorneys

Member
Current
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National College of DUI Defense, Inc.

Member
2012 –
2018
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Articles & Publications
The Ultimate FFL Resource Guide (PennLAGO, LLC., ISBN:9780998889504)
The Ultimate FFL Resource Guide
2017
Inside the Minds: Understanding DUI Scientific Evidence 2015 Edition, Aspatore, a Thompson-West business.
Measurand Problem Metrology
2015
Inside the Minds: Understanding DUI Scientific Evidence: 2014 Edition (Aspatore: A Thompson Reuters business, ISBN: 978-0-314-29321-3)
Basic Introduction to Gas Chromatography
2014
Websites & Blogs

Website
The McShane Firm
Blog
Pennsylvania DUI Blog

The McShane Firm, LLC
3601 Vartan Way UNIT 2
Harrisburg, PA 17110-9440
US
Telephone: (717) 657-3900
Fax: (717) 657-2060
Monday: 8 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8 AM – 4:30 PM (Today)
Friday: 8 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed