Where We Appear
Federal & State courts
Our active trial practice takes us into General District and Circuit Courts across Virginia, in both state and federal jurisdictions.
About Us
Since 1996, SFKO has stood with clients through civil suits from inception to trial and beyond, with the depth of courtroom experience a real defense demands.
About the Firm
Founded in 1996, Shands, Ferrell, Keeney & O’Malley is a law firm focusing on the defense of civil suits from inception through trial and beyond.
Our extensive experience lets us defend clients efficiently and cost-effectively. Whether you are a small business facing a lawsuit, an insurer defending its insured or weighing a coverage question, or an individual who needs representation, SFKO is ready to help.
2,000 Jury Trials
The trial experience a defenseactually requires.
With more than 2,000 jury trials behind us, the attorneys at SFKO bring the experience it takes to try a case and try it well. That depth shapes how we approach your defense from the start, whether it settles or goes to trial.
Before the Courthouse
Realistic evaluations
Our extensive trial experience lets us give clients a realistic read on where a case is likely headed, long before it reaches the courthouse.
Before a Jury or Judge
A defense that holds
We don’t just defend you when the case gets before a judge or jury. We work with our clients to build a case strategy from day one.
Reputation
To gain advantage in settlement negotiations, you need an attorney with a reputation for going to trial and the attorneys at SFKO have just that.
With SFKO on your side, you can be assured that your adversaries know you are prepared to defend your position at trial – and they better be prepared as well.