Motion granted to vacate conviction and 25-life sentence 10 years after trial; client released
Ally F. Keegan
Partner
Ally was born and raised in New York, before heading to Philadelphia and graduating from Villanova University. She eventually left the East Coast for San Diego, where she earned her law degree from the University of San Diego School of Law with a concentration in criminal litigation.
Ally got her first taste of criminal law at the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office in college, before pivoting to criminal defense in law school and never looking back. Having seen cases prepared and tried from both sides of the courtroom, Ally knows how to evaluate her cases from all angles and strategize relentlessly to ensure the best results for her clients.
Ally has practiced criminal defense on both the state and federal level. Having handled various types of cases in every stage of the defense process, she understands the care and attention that every person accused of a crime needs and deserves. Ally is proud to have the opportunity to defend people in their darkest hour, and does not take her responsibility as a defense attorney lightly. She knows that at the end of the day, the most gratifying part of her job is being able to help her clients navigate our complicated legal system.
Since 2021, Ally has also served as an Adjunct Professor of Criminal Law at the University of San Diego’s School of Law Paralegal Program.
Learn more about Ally, why she has dedicated her career to being a San Diego criminal lawyer, and (most of all) how she has been able to exceptionally serve her clients.
Here are a few of Ally’s recent case results.
Motion granted to vacate conviction and 25-life sentence 10 years after trial; client released
Case dismissed and arrest sealed
Case dismissed and arrest sealed
Case dismissed
Dismissed one week before trial
Misdemeanor disturbing the peace, informal probation, no custody
Misdemeanor disturbing the peace, informal probation, no custody
Motion to withdraw plea 10 years after conviction granted
Misdemeanor disturbing the peace, informal probation, no custody
Awards & Honors
Torch Awards for Ethics Winner
2022
SuperLawyers Rising Star
2021 – 2024
Women of Influence in the Law
2021 – 2024
Celebrating Women Finalist
2021 – 2022
SD’s Fastest Growing Private Companies
2022 – #17
2023 – #36
2024 – #35
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“I came to David Shapiro to end my probation early and expunge my case. I had a very positive and very informative experience with him. David and his assistant Maria were excellent and always kept in the loop of what was going on.”
“Helping good people get their lives back is not just a catch phrase. They mean what they say and are serious about taking care of the client. Ally Keegan and the team at Law Office of David Shapiro are AMAZING! My charges for a 25 plus year old case were dismissed, it was not easy but I truly believe that if I had went with any other Law Firm that the outcome would have been very different. Thank you Ally for helping me get my life back!”
“I called many lawyers after I got my DUI. Stefano was the only lawyer who put my mind at ease and gave me a sense of relief. He constantly communicated with me about my case and laid out all my options. He was willing and able to do whatever he could to help me. He went above and beyond what was expected.”
“I have used David 2 times in the past and he has by far exceeded my expectations. He has great knowledge and knows the system. He is straight forward and honest and somebody you can trust without doubt. I would recommend him to friends, family, and anybody that needs help. Best attorney I’ve ever come across.”
“Stefano Molea was extremely professional and consistently timely with responses to my questions. Most of all, Stefano was reliable. Stefano was diligent with discovery and always prepared and tenacious when relevant to the situation. Stefano is an attorney that you can count on for the best outcome. Thank you Stefano for all you did in my case. You’re so awesome!!!!”
“Ally was an absolute pleasure to work with. Her calm and reassuring demeanor was matched with her excellent knowledge, dedication, thoroughness. We unfortunately found ourselves in need of a criminal lawyer and we can without a doubt say that having Ally and her firm represent us from the beginning was the best choice we could have made.”
