Shelly represented me in a divorce and child custody case. No surprises. None! You know what is required ahead of time. You know what the other side is going to say before they say it. You know what to expect and therefore you are always ready. I was told it would take x months. It did. I was told what the financial result would be and it was. Shelly is a calming presence in the stress and chaos of divorce. She understands the emotional side and manages it. She knows what the judge will look for and makes sure it’s there for them to see. And, Shelly West knows what she doesn’t know and relies on others when it’s appropriate – no guessing going on. She’s flexible. She can deal with a curve ball when it’s thrown. Shelly created a constructive working relationship with the opposing side that served the process well. I can confidently recommend Shelly West, without reservation, for any case she is willing to accept.