Shannon Briggs

Shannon Briggs is a senior attorney at DDV Law, Ltd., in Orland Park, Illinois, where she concentrates her practice on elder law, estate and trust litigation, estate planning, guardianships and probate administration. She is widely respected for her ability to guide older adults, individuals with special needs, and their families through complex legal and care-related matters with both compassion and precision.

Graduating cum laude, Ms. Briggs earned her Juris Doctor from Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago-Kent College of Law and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Missouri–Columbia. She serves on the faculty of the National Business Institute, where she trains attorneys on probate procedures and the tax implications of guardianship and estate matters.

Ms. Briggs’s professional involvement extends to memberships in the Illinois State Bar Association, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and the Illinois Continuity of Care Association’s South Suburban Chapter. Frequently appointed as guardian ad litem in Cook County, she advocates for the rights and best interests of vulnerable individuals in guardianship proceedings. She is also accredited by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to represent clients in matters relating to veterans’ benefits.

Ms. Briggs brings a strong background in guardianship and probate law. She authored Chapter Two, “The Appointment Process,” in IICLE’s Adult Guardianships, Advance Directives and Mental Health Law publications, a resource frequently relied upon by practitioners across Illinois. Her scholarship and contributions to the field reflect her deep knowledge and practical experience.

Clients consistently commend Ms. Briggs for her balance of legal skill and empathy. She is known for taking the time to truly listen, explain options clearly and pursue solutions tailored to each family’s unique needs, making her a trusted advocate and counselor in even the most sensitive situations.