Shannon E. Boettjer

Before joining Jaspan, Shannon served as Senior Counsel at an international law firm, specializing in insurance coverage litigation and arbitration under Bermuda Form policies. She has advised global insurers on policy wording and risk exposure, including bespoke and emerging product policies. Her expertise extends to insurance contract drafting, interpretation, and risk management strategies.

Raised and educated in Southeast Asia, Shannon earned her Master of Arts in Teaching before transitioning to law. As a former inner-city teacher, grant writer, and department chair, she honed her ability to distill complex issues into clear, actionable insights—a skill she applies in litigation, investigations, and client counseling.

A cum laude graduate of Cardozo Law School, Shannon was a Dean’s Merit Scholar, a member of the Trial Team and Moot Court Honor Society, and a recipient of the Jacob Burns Medal for Outstanding Scholastic Achievement. She has earned multiple professional certifications, including:

• Certified Artificial Governance Professional (AIGP) from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP), demonstrating her ability to ensure ethical AI development and management.
• Certified Litigation Management Professional (CLMP) through the Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (CLM), showcasing expertise in litigation strategy and risk management.
• Legal Technology & Innovation Certificate from the Legal Technology and Innovation Institute, highlighting her proficiency in AI, blockchain, big data, contract automation, and legal design.
• Certified eDiscovery Specialist (CEDS) from the Association of Certified eDiscovery Specialists (ACEDS) and the eDiscovery Technology (eDTech) Certification from ACEDS and the National Society for Legal Technology.
• AAA commercial arbitration certification through the New York State Bar Association.

She has also completed executive education programs, including Artificial Intelligence: Implications for Business Strategy at MIT and CS50 for Lawyers at Harvard University. In 2024, Attorney Intel recognized her as one of The Top 25 Attorneys in Technology.

Beyond her legal practice, Shannon is dedicated to community service. She has been a den leader and cub master in Scouts, BSA, and has supported organizations assisting individuals facing career and housing challenges.

Key Case Highlights:

• Secured summary judgment for an insurer, establishing no additional insured coverage for a government entity under a CGL policy.
• Drafted a class action complaint in an antitrust and unfair business practice case, setting new legal standards for digital evidence-based collusion claims.
• Advised covered entities on HIPAA compliance and best practices in data management.
• Represented global insurers in coverage litigations related to the Deepwater Horizon explosion and Hurricane Katrina.
• Negotiated a favorable settlement in a business dispute involving a non-compete agreement within a medical partnership.
• Successfully defended a multinational corporation in a wage and hour dispute involving contractor versus employee classification under the FMLA.

Shannon’s multidisciplinary expertise, global perspective, and commitment to innovation make her an invaluable asset in high-stakes litigation and legal technology advancements.