Our Legal Team Puts People First
Maggie Shankle
Owner/Attorney
Hometown
Hamlet, North Carolina
Education
B.A. in Political Science, UNC Chapel Hill; Juris Doctor, Campbell University Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law
Why I Do What I Do
“Each day I have the opportunity to give of my knowledge, my time, my advocacy and my compassion to help lighten my clients’ burdens in a difficult time. I am relentless in representing my clients and do everything in my power to fight for what I believe is right and just. Yet I also fight with heart, because I care for them as individuals. My parents taught me that it is in giving that we receive. When my team and I show our clients that we care about them and give them our support through one of their most difficult times, the comfort and relief we see on their faces is the true reward. When I give everything I have to fight for my clients and they say they will never forget the kindness we have shown them…I am grateful I get to do it again tomorrow.”
Favorite Quote
“To love what you do and feel that it matters, how could anything be more fun?” – Katharine Graham
Diego Lopez
Operations Manager
Hometown
Marion, North Carolina
Education
Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Western Piedmont Community College
Why I Do What I Do
“Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work and at Shankle Law Firm, I fulfill that each and every day. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. As with all matters of the heart, Maggie and the team put clients first and are treated as family.”
Favorite Quote
“Being the richest man in the cemetery doesn’t matter to me. Going to bed at night saying we’ve done something wonderful… that’s what matters to me.” – Steve Jobs
Brittney Roberson
Case Manager
Hometown
Hamlet, North Carolina
Education
B.A. in Psychology, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Why I Do What I Do
“In a world that has become very negative, I try to make a positive difference anywhere that I can. At Shankle Law Firm, I get to work with such a strong group of people to help do what is right. We help make a difference in someone’s life by teaching them their rights and being there for them along the way. Our goal is to help them realize that someone cares for them and is looking out for their best interests. Just knowing we are making a positive difference, that’s what it’s all about.”
Favorite Quote
“Do everything with so much love in your heart that you would never want to do it any other way” – Yogi Desai
Maria Chavez
Senior Paralegal
Hometown
Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador
Why I Do What I Do
“My favorite part of working here is that it gives me the opportunity to help clients and their families during difficult times. They know that we really care about their problems and this is what sets us apart.”
Favorite Quote
“We shall never know all the good that a simple smile can do.” – Mother Teresa
Sudhey Gonzalez
Paralegal
Hometown
Brooklyn, New York
Education
B.A. Political Science, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Why I Do What I Do
“We build a bond with our clients–from every phone call to every encounter. We strive to provide the best guidance for our clients and their families. I have a daily opportunity to listen to and help others through a challenging time. At Shankle Law Firm it is a pleasure to help so many people and work with dedicated, hardworking individuals.”
Favorite Quote
“Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.” – Theodore Roosevelt
Daniela Jaramillo
Paralegal
Hometown
Medellin, Colombia
Education
B.A. Political Science and Criminal Justice, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Why I Do What I Do
“It is very rewarding to be able to put my skills to work in favor of those going through difficult times. Being a part of Shankle Law Firm allows me to work alongside brilliant people while providing effective and zealous representation.”
Favorite Quote
“The rights of every man are diminished when the rights of one man are threatened.” – JFK
Ana French
Lead Legal Assistant
Hometown
Mexico City, Mexico
Education
- B.A. in Communications and Journalism, UNAM; Mexico City
- Human Resource Management, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Why I Do What I Do
“My workplace motivation begins with a desire to help others. I truly believe that when a person is feeling vulnerable or disadvantaged, they are not in need of only compassion – they need support and guidance. I enjoy taking action to help others through difficult situations.”
Favorite Quote
“It is not enough to be compassionate. You must act.” - Dalai Lama
Irene Zambrano
Legal Assistant
Hometown
Portoviejo, Ecuador
Why I Do What I Do
“At the end of the day it fills me with satisfaction to know that we are doing our best. So that our clients and their families obtain the best benefits and results during difficult moments in their lives.”
Favorite Quote
“You are the story teller of your own life, and you can create your own legend, or not.” – Isabel Allende
Lupita Tomala
Legal Assistant
Hometown
Yonkers, New York
Education
B.A. Political Science, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Why I Do What I Do
“In every time of need, everyone needs a helping hand. I want to be the person someone can lean on to be there when it counts. Here at Shankle Law Firm, I have that opportunity to do just that and prove that I care every single day.”
Favorite Quote
“If you are working on something that you really care about, you don’t have to be pushed. The vision pulls you.” – Steve Jobs
Rachel Lucio
Legal Assistant
Hometown
Charlotte, North Carolina
Why I Do What I Do
“I love being a part of making a difference is turned upside down in a split second when something unexpected goes wrong. When clients give us the privilege of helping them from the beginning of their journey to its end resolution, its rewarding beyond measure. I love being a part of making a difference in someone’s life at Shankle Law Firm.”
Favorite Quote
“If you look at what you have in life, you’ll always have more. If you look at what you don’t have in life, you’ll never have enough.” - Oprah Winfrey
Stasy Fontanel
Legal Assistant
Hometown
Charlotte, North Carolina
Why I Do What I Do
“One of the greatest things I could ever do is to be part of a big change in someone’s life for the better. We help our clients in very tough moments of their lives, and we are there every step of the way. It is very rewarding to see our clients and their families happy and satisfied after we have helped them handle their cases. At Shankle Law Firm, we have the most exceptional, caring, and hard-working team. I know we will always deliver the best work.”
Favorite Quote
“The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even be touched – they must be felt with the heart.” – Helen Keller
Angela Ramirez
Records Specialist
Hometown
Pearland, Texas
Why I Do What I Do
“I believe in using applicable laws to protect people and promote fairness. Every day, I strive to offer compassionate support and make a meaningful difference in our legal community.”
Favorite Quote
“It always seems impossible until it’s done.” – Nelson Mandela