Shannon Smith-Eckman

"My passion for helping people ultimately led me to a career in law. Through my experience as an occupational therapist in the coal mining industry, I understand the barriers to returning to work after injury or illness.” 

Shannon is an Acting Legal Practice Manager & Solicitor working in Shine Lawyers’ Brisbane office. Shannon represents and supports her clients as they navigate injury compensation processes with matters involving: 

• Abuse law 

• Motor vehicle accident law 

• Public liability law 

• Workers’ compensation law 

Law is Shannon’s second career. She worked for 15 years in regional areas as an occupational therapist in the coal mining industry. This professional allied health experience informs Shannon’s legal practice, giving her compassion and empathy in her client-first approach. 

Shannon’s career as an occupational therapist means she has first-hand experience of the: 

• Barriers to returning to work after illness or injury 

• Devastating impact illness or injury can have on her clients and their families 

• Challenges that can come with living in regional areas (in Queensland and New South Wales) 

• Importance of explaining injuries and illnesses in an accessible way 

Working at Shine Lawyers, Shannon is pleased to offer clients logistical solutions to minimise or eliminate the need for excessive travel to access expert legal services. 

Get in touch today to book a no-obligation consultation with Shannon or to find out more about how she can help you to right wrong.