Shannon Pawley, The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm Owner, considers asset protection a topic to be discussed and planned for prior to marriage.

DECATUR, GA, February 13, 2025: Shannon Pawley, Owner of The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm, has posted a new article on the law firm’s website entitled “Protecting Assets in the Event of a Divorce or Separation,” in which Ms. Pawley acknowledges that pre-marital asset protection planning is becoming more common than in the past.

“Let’s face it.” Pawley writes, “Whether or not you feel it, love is in the air all the time. And when love strikes two people in the same heady way, marriage often follows. But,” she continues, “we folks are fickle and love, when it hits someone anew, who is already married to someone else, divorce can and does frequently follow.” 

Pawley notes, “In the giddy early days of falling in love for the first time and planning a wedding, a family, and a life together, few people think about the possibility of divorce” She goes on to add, “Well, at least that’s the way it used to be. Now, however, since divorce is so common, planning for that potentiality is becoming more common as well, especially when heading into marriage for the second, third, or umpteenth time. Hey, Elizabeth Taylor was married 8 times!”

According to Pawley, “Whatever your circumstances are going into marriage with pre-marital assets, it’s important to consider the possibility of separation and/or divorce. Protecting assets such as real estate, business investments, and bank accounts involves thorough and thoughtful strategic legal planning and actions that can vary widely depending on your situation.”

Pawley goes on to provide 5 asset protection strategies for review before meeting with an attorney.

The entire article can be read here: Protecting Assets in the Event of a Divorce or Separation

About The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm

The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm was established to serve the legal needs of retiring citizens. The Firm focuses its entire practice on providing strategies to protect independence, privacy, assets and taxes from the government. Shannon Pawley has grown her law practice by providing excellent customer satisfaction with personalized wealth protection plans.

About Shannon M. Pawley, J.D., LL.M

Shannon is the Owner and CEO of The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm. Originally from the Tidewater area of Virginia, she grew up in a close-knit family with a strong tradition of military service. She learned early on the importance of integrity, hard work, and giving back to her community. Her upbringing shaped her desire to make a positive impact and instilled a deep sense of responsibility to ensure that every individual is treated with respect and care.

Her passion for serving others took root during her junior year of high school, when she served as a U.S. House of Representatives Page during the 101st Congressional Session in Washington, D.C. This life-changing experience opened her eyes to the power of diverse perspectives and the importance of advocating for those whose voices are often unheard. Inspired by the experience, Shannon decided to pursue a career in law, dedicated to guiding others through life’s most challenging moments.

Shannon’s educational journey led her to North Carolina Wesleyan College, where she earned her undergraduate degree, followed by a Juris Doctor from Michigan State University College of Law. She then specialized further, obtaining an LL.M. in Taxation from Wayne State University. Licensed to practice in both Michigan and Georgia, Shannon is also a VA Accredited Attorney, making her a formidable advocate for her clients.

Throughout her career, Shannon has been a fierce champion for clients from all walks of life, representing everyone from international corporations to single parents. She has always been driven by a profound belief that everyone deserves to have their rights and wishes honored, especially when they are most vulnerable. Whether advocating in the courtroom or guiding families through complex legal decisions, Shannon’s mission is clear: to protect the dignity and independence of every client she serves.

Her passion for advocacy goes beyond legal representation—it’s about ensuring that people’s voices are heard, even when they may not be able to speak for themselves. Shannon is deeply committed to helping her clients age with dignity, grace, and independence, working tirelessly to prepare them and their families for the complexities of aging. Her work is more than a profession; it is a calling to serve, empower, and uplift every individual and family she has the privilege to represent.