MANAGING PARTNER
About Me
Shayla Louise Maatuka has transitioned her solo law practice in Urbana to become a partner at Maatuka Al-Heeti Emkes LLC, where she currently serves as managing partner. With a robust background as an entrepreneur who has successfully launched four businesses, Shayla combines her business and legal expertise. Her practice focuses on civil and commercial litigation, personal injury, workers’ compensation, and business litigation.
Deeply committed to community engagement, Shayla actively supports others in achieving their entrepreneurial aspirations. She has previously held positions on the boards of the East Central Illinois Women Attorneys Association, the Executive Club of Champaign County, and the Champaign County Urban League. Shayla earned her law degree from the University of Illinois and has been practicing law since 2004.
Education & Experience
2004-Present
United States Northern and Central District of Illinois Court: 2005 – present
State of Illinois Supreme Court: 2004 – present
2003
University of Illinois College of Law, Champaign, IL, J.D.: 2003
1995
University of Illinois, Champaign, IL, B.S.: 1995
Areas of Practice
PERSONAL INJURY LITIGATION
CIVIL LITIGATION
ESTATE PLANNING
PROBATE & TRUST ADMINISTRATION
REAL ESTATE
Honors & Achievements
Street College Board Member 2024 – Present
Athena Leadership Award 2023
Leadership Illinois, class of 2013
Central Illinois Business Magazines Annual 40 Under 40 Award recipient, 2011
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.