Shelby R. Engelbrecht

Shelby R. Engelbrecht is an associate at Foley & Lardner LLP, where she practices within the firm’s Business Law section as part of the Transactions Practice Group. Her focus includes corporate transactions and legal matters related to the manufacturing sector, offering clients a strong foundation in commercial and intellectual property concerns.

Shelby earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Michigan Law School in 2023. While in law school, she served on the Michigan Technology Law Review and was active in the Intellectual Property Students Association. Her academic achievements include receiving the Dean’s Scholarship and contributing as a Student Attorney at the Michigan Workers’ Rights Clinic.

Prior to law school, Shelby completed a Master’s degree in Ancient Philosophy from the University of Western Ontario, supported by the Graduate Research and Dean’s Scholarships. She also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Philosophy from Michigan State University, where she was consistently named to the Dean’s List and served as Undergraduate Chair Representative.

Before joining Foley as a full-time associate, Shelby worked as a Summer Associate at the firm. She also gained valuable experience as a legal analyst at a system software company, where she managed intellectual property records, researched data security issues, and reviewed commercial contracts for legal risk.

At Foley & Lardner, Shelby contributes to the firm’s transactional practice by supporting contract drafting, due diligence, and corporate governance matters. Her combined experience in philosophy, legal technology, and business law enables her to approach complex issues with clarity and analytical precision.

Shelby R. Engelbrecht is currently not admitted to practice in any state but is building her legal career with a strong foundation in transactional law and client service. Her early contributions demonstrate promise and commitment to delivering strategic legal support across the corporate and manufacturing industries.

Law Office Affiliations

• Associate, Foley & Lardner LLP

Licensed State

• Michigan

Education

• University of Michigan Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Western University
  MA in Ancient Greek Philosophy
• Michigan State University
  BA in Philosophy

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