J. Taylor Shaw joined FSSV as an Associate in May 2019. Mr. Shaw assists in representing business entities and individuals in a variety of matters including non-subscriber employer defense, commercial disputes, personal injury, and insurance-related matters. Prior to joining FSSV, Mr. Shaw primarily practiced commercial litigation, though Mr. Shaw also handled a wide range of corporate and transactional matters during the first year of his practice. Mr. Shaw received his J.D. in May 2017 from the Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law, which he attended as a Dean’s Scholarship recipient. During law school, Mr. Shaw served as an Articles Editor and Staff Editor for the SMU Science & Technology Law Review. Mr. Shaw received his B.G.S., with a focus in History and Afro-American and African Studies, in May 2014 from the University of Michigan, where he was a member of the Order of Omega honors fraternity. Mr. Shaw has been licensed to practice law in the State of Texas since November 2017 and in the District of Columbia since May 2019.

Mr. Shaw is the esteemed leader of Shaw 3 Law Firm (S3LF), where he excels in multiple legal areas, including Immigration Law, Juvenile Dependency (CPS & DCFS Defense), Criminal Defense, and Personal Injury Law throughout California. In the Inland Empire, covering San Bernardino County and Riverside County, he specializes in Criminal Defense and CPS/DCFS cases. His practice in San Bernardino County spans key cities such as Chino, Chino Hills, Colton, Fontana, Hesperia, Highland, Loma Linda, Montclair, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, Redlands, Rialto, San Bernardino City, Upland, and Victorville, as well as extending to Los Angeles County and Orange County. Mr. Shaw’s distinguished career began as a Judicial Law Clerk for Circuit Judge Rodney Smith in Florida’s 11th Judicial Circuit, Criminal Circuit Court Division. His dedication to defending rights led him to specialize in Immigration Law, Juvenile Dependency Law, Criminal Law, and Personal Injury Law. During his time at the University of North Dakota School of Law Immigration Legal Clinic, Mr. Shaw demonstrated exceptional legal prowess as a Student Attorney, assisting clients with asylum cases, work permits, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), visas, and green cards. He further expanded his expertise in Immigration Law while working at a prominent Hollywood boutique talent agency, handling O-1 Visas for Extraordinary Ability, Business/Tourist Visas, Student Visas, Fiancé Visas, Work Authorization, Advance Parole, and green cards. His deep connections within the entertainment industry allow him to provide top-tier legal counsel to talent agents and clients. As a Juvenile Dependency (CPS/DCFS Defense) and Criminal Defense attorney, Mr. Shaw honed his skills at leading law firms, becoming a proficient trial lawyer and dedicated advocate. He has successfully managed numerous CPS cases, securing reunifications and favorable results in CPS & DCFS investigations. Mr. Shaw is committed to defending the rights of parents and relatives throughout Southern California, including Los Angeles County, Riverside County, Orange County, San Diego County, and San Bernardino County. His expertise in Criminal Defense involves rigorous examination of misdemeanor and felony cases, employing strategic litigation techniques to achieve positive results, such as charge reductions or dismissals. Additionally, his Personal Injury Law practice assists clients with diligence and care in navigating their injury claims. To date, Mr. Shaw has effectively represented over 1,000 clients, showcasing his unwavering commitment to achieving favorable outcomes and protecting client rights across diverse legal fields.

Karen Sweeney Shea is a highly skilled family law attorney with over 30 years of experience, specializing in complex and high-net-worth divorce litigation, child custody matters, and alternative dispute resolution. A member of McGrath & Kane since 2002, Karen has built a reputation for her thoughtful, strategic approach to family law and her ability to guide clients through even the most challenging legal issues. Karen earned her Juris Doctor degree from Boston College Law School in 1990, following her undergraduate studies at Merrimack College (1986). She began her legal career at the Middlesex County District Attorney’s Office, where she gained invaluable courtroom experience before transitioning to private practice. At McGrath & Kane, Karen has developed a deep expertise in complex family law cases, including divorce cases involving substantial financial assets, child custody disputes, modifications, contempt matters, and the negotiation and drafting of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. In addition to her litigation practice, Karen is an experienced mediator and conciliator, successfully resolving private family law matters through alternative dispute resolution methods. She also volunteers her time as a conciliator for various probate and family court conciliation programs, offering her mediation services to help families resolve disputes outside of the courtroom. Karen is also dedicated to advancing the field of family law through education and service. She has authored numerous articles on family law topics and regularly participates as a panelist for Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) seminars and Massachusetts Bar Association Programs. Additionally, Karen serves as an Attorney Representing Children (ARC) and volunteers with several Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) programs in the Probate and Family Courts of Middlesex and Norfolk counties. She also participated in the Lawyer for the Day program, helping individuals navigate through the court system. Recognized for her excellence in family law, Karen has been named a Super Lawyer by Boston Magazine since 2008 and has been listed among the Top Women of Law since 2014. She is an active member of the American Bar Association, Massachusetts Bar Association, Boston Bar Association, and the Greater Boston Family Law Inns of Court.