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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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Videos (0)

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, 2011-05-26 8 months 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, 2010-04-19 almost 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), About 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 , Almost 3 years ago
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Résumé

 

License

9 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 03/09/2011

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
See all 11 association entries

Portfolio

Contribution

Reputation Level 8
Answers: 12 Legal Answers
0 Best Answers
7 Answers marked as good
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
See all 7 publications

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