Shannon Byrne

Associate

Shannon Byrne represents clients in complex real estate transactions involving the acquisition, financing, leasing, and disposition of commercial properties. Shannon's practice spans retail, multifamily, office, and mixed-use developments, with experience negotiating joint ventures and structuring capital solutions. She advises developers, investors, and lenders across the full spectrum of commercial real estate matters, drawing on over a decade of experience in both private practice and an in-house legal role. Having served as associate general counsel at a real estate investment firm, she brings a practical perspective to deal execution and portfolio management.

Credentials
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Education

  • J.D. cum laude University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law 2015
    • CALI Excellence for the Future Award, Contract Drafting
    • Managing editor, Journal of Business and Technology Law
    • William P. Cunningham Award
  • B.A. History and Politics magna cum laude Notre Dame de Namur University
    • Division II Women's Soccer
    • Advisor, Student Athletic Advisory Council to the NCAA

Bar Admissions

  • Maryland

Professional Memberships and Activities

  • Member, Urban Land Institute (ULI)
  • Member, Real Property Section, Maryland State Bar Association

Recognition
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  • The Best Lawyers in America, Ones to Watch, 2021
  • Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, Maryland, 2020 – 2021
  • Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Services, Volunteer of the Month, January 2018

Community
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Volunteerism

  • Coach, Special Olympics of Maryland, Baltimore County