Shelley received her law degree from the University of Western Ontario and has over 20 years experience as a practicing lawyer, senior executive in the federal public service, mediator, and executive coach. She is a member of the International Coach Federation and has a keen interest in legal writing. She is currently completing her Masters degree in Writing Studies and teaches written advocacy at the University of Ottawa's law school.
At Phoenix Legal, Inc., Shelley provides professional development programming, coaching, and consulting to law firms and legal departments with an emphasis on refining lawyers' writing skills. She also provides outplacement and coaching services.
Her continued exposure to students at the beginning of their careers, and to lawyers as they develop, provides her with comprehensive insight into the mindsets of legal professionals throughout their professional careers.