Ms. Shields is a shareholder in the Firm’s Litigation & Trial Practice and Healthcare practices.

She has earned a reputation for securing strong results in a wide array of high stakes cases for plaintiffs and defendants. Because of her candor and responsiveness, her clients view her as a trusted advocate. She understands that each case is unique and should be treated as such. She explores all options to achieve a favorable result. Her trial and appellate practice includes medical practice, healthcare business disputes, municipal liability, class actions, personal injury, contract disputes, and other commercial litigation matters.

Ms. Shields has also been a trusted advocate for healthcare professionals engaged in the fair hearing/appellate review process and appearing before state licensing boards to preserve their ability to practice. She also regularly helps providers and institutions navigate the ever-changing laws, regulations, and accreditation standards in healthcare. She prepares medical staff bylaws, rules and regulations, and policies for hospitals and other healthcare facilities.

Ms. Shields was honored for her work on the PBA’s Blue-Ribbon Panel on Membership Engagement with the President’s Award in 2018. In 2020, she was recognized for her litigation skills and mentorship of women in the profession with the Lynette Norton Award. Most recently, the Lehigh Valley Business, named her a 2021 Woman of Influence.