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R. Shannon Carpenter
R. Shannon Carpenter, a native of Augusta, Georgia has been practicing law in Atlanta since 2003. Mr. Carpenter received his undergraduate degree from the University of Georgia and graduated with honors from Georgia State University College of Law.
Prior to joining Van Sant law, Mr. Carpenter practiced at one of the most respected law firms in Atlanta, Georgia where he focused on defending large insurance companies, commercial trucking companies, and product manufacturing companies. He left this position to found Sammons & Carpenter, P.C., as he realized that working with individuals and their families was much more fulfilling. The insider knowledge into how such companies evaluate claims gives Mr. Carpenter a unique perspective which he continues to use to maximize the settlements he obtains for his clients at Van Sant Law.
Education
J.D., Georgia State University College of Law, 2003
Cum Laude
B.A. Environmental Economics, The University of Georgia, 1997
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice Federal District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, 2003
All Trial Courts of Georgia, 2003
Georgia Court of Appeals, 2003
Georgia Supreme Court, 2003
All Trial Courts of Georgia, 2003
Georgia Court of Appeals, 2003
Georgia Supreme Court, 2003
Professional & Bar Association Memberships
State Bar of Georgia Membership No. 111303
Member Since: 2003
Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
Member Since: 2009
Atlanta Bar Association
Member Since: 2009
Personal Life
Shannon and his wife, Beth, have 2 daughters. They live in John’s Creek and are active in their daughters’ sports programs.
