Michael Shawn Matlock

Also known as M. Shawn, Matlock

Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 50% Criminal Defense
    11 years, 4,000 cases
  • 25% Federal Crime
    11 years, 150 cases
  • 20% DUI / DWI
    11 years, 1,500 cases
  • 5% Juvenile
    11 years, 1,000 cases

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Always), Free Consultation (60 minutes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

About Me

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I am a criminal defense attorney located in downtown Fort Worth, Texas. My practice is a boutique firm devoted solely to defending persons and businesses... more

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References

Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“Responsive”

Posted by: a Criminal Defense client, about 1 year ago.

Client Review: Personable, reasonable, polite, calm, and best of all delivered results and had me in and out of the courtroom in minutes.
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5 star rating

“Great Attorney”

Posted by: Terry, about 2 years ago.

Client Review: I used Mr. Matlock for a criminal case, and he did a great job. He was very informative about the process and the law. He was readily accessible.... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

7 endorsements


Christian K. Lassen II

I endorse this lawyer.

Endorsement from lawyer: Christian Lassen , Philadelphia (PA), Over 1 year ago
Ruben Gonzalez Jr.

Shawn is a dedicated criminal defense lawyer who works tirelessly for his clients. He has the experience, temperment and knowledge to handle the... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Ruben Gonzalez , Over 3 years ago
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Résumé

 

License

10 years since Michael Shawn Matlock was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Texas Eligible To Practice In Texas 2002 05/15/2012

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Founder at The Matlock Law Firm, P.C. 2007–present
Associate at Landrith & Kulesz 2002–2007

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
University of Wyoming College of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 2001
Texas Tech University Political Science BA - Bachelor of Arts 1997

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Rising Star Super Lawyers Magazine 2011
Who's Who 2006
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member Federalist Society 2006-present
Member The Justice Project 2006-present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 8
Answers: 12 Legal Answers
0 Best Answers - chosen by asker
1 Answer marked "I agree" by other lawyers
7 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 4 Legal Guides
1 Staff Pick
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Publications

Article Publication Date
This is what it means to be Super? The Matlock Blog 2010
What's in a Name? The Matlock Blog 2010
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Juvenile Determinate Sentences Child Advocacy Training 2009
Juvenile Confessions Juvenile Law Brown Bag CLE 2008
See all 3 speaking engagements