Dennis Michael Mcelwee

Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 80% Admiralty / Maritime
  • 20% Personal Injury

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Contingent (33%-40%)

Contact Information

  • Schechter McElwee & Shaffer Attorneys
    3200 Travis Street
    3rd Floor
    Houston, TX 77006
    Office: 713-524-3500
    Fax: 713-751-0412
    Office: 800-282-2122
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Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

About Me

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After more than two decades of practicing Maritime Law, I am still keen on the details that can make all the difference in the quality of life of my clients.... more

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5 star rating

“So Helpful!”

Posted by: Tiffany, 3 months ago.

Client Review: What can I say about Dennis other than he is an amazing attorney. He really helped me and my family out when I was hurt while working. I owe him a... more
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5 star rating

“you could'nd have a better attorney”

Posted by: a Personal Injury client, about 1 year ago.

Client Review: I had no idea of what to do ,legal wise or medical wise. I got a hole of Dennis Mcelwee.He handle everything and got me the medical attention i... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

5 endorsements


Arthur L. Schechter

I endorse this lawyer.

Endorsement from lawyer: Arthur Schechter , Houston (TX), 14 days ago
Adam J. (A.J.) Rosenfeld

I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Dennis for a number of years and have always found him to be every effective, knowledgeable, and thorough.... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Adam Rosenfeld , Houston (TX), 7 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

26 years since Dennis Michael Mcelwee was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Texas Eligible To Practice In Texas 1986 05/15/2012
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We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Partner at Schechter, McElwee, Shaffer & Harris, LLP 1987–present

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
South Texas College of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1986
Rutgers University BA - Bachelor of Arts 1980

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Texas Super Lawyers Super Lawyers 2011
American Jurisprudence Award 1985

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member Southeast Admiralty Law Institute 1999-present
Member Association of Trial Lawyers of America 1987-present
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Occupational Illness Cases In A Maritime Context University of Texas 1998
The Relationship Between Medicare and a Vessel Owners's Duty to Provide Cure SEALI, 1996

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Instructor 7th Annual Admiralty and Maritime Conference 1998
Instructor Southeast Admiralty Law Institute 1996