I am a partner at WTK and have been with the firm since 2000. My practice is focused on the representation of automobile, motorcycle, automotive component parts, and industrial equipment manufacturers who have been sued for damages in catastrophic injuries. In addition, I supervise my firm’s representation of product manufacturers in a host of breach of warranty claims based on the Song-Beverly Act and Magnusson Moss Act. I am proud to offer the highest level of quality legal representation generally associated with national law firms, but with the personal attention and cost-effectiveness of a smaller firm. I have participated in multiple seminars on a wide range of industry topics: “Litigation Cost Control through Early Case Evaluation.” Miami, 2002. “Preparing a Defense to Punitive Damage Allegations.” Los Angeles, 2005 “Effective Mediation Strategies.” San Diego, 2007. “Preparing and Defending a Corporate Witness for Deposition.” New Orleans, 2007. Moderated panel of in-house counsel from automotive manufacturers regarding “Industry Perspectives on Use of Event Data Recorders/Airbag Modules in Litigation.” Phoenix, 2008. Hosted a presentation on computer animated accident reconstruction and the appeal of punitive damage awards. Participated in a panel presentation for the San Diego County Bar Association on ethical issues facing corporate America.Law Clerk, Chief Judge Harris H. Agnew, Illinois 17th Judicial Circuit Program Chair of the Strictly Automotive Section. 2007-present Young Lawyers – Chair, Corporate Counsel Committee; Member, Steering Committee San Diego Defense Lawyers – Member Louis M. Welch, American Inn of Court San Diego County Bar Association Eastlake Little League Manager/Coach In addition to being a member of the California State and Federal Bars, Mr. Shields is also licensed to practice in Illinois.Specialties: Product Liability, Consumer Litigation, ADR/Mediation, General Business