Shane Peter Phelps

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Shane Peter Phelps
If you need aggressive, effective criminal representation, give Shane Phelps a call at 979-212-8192
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Great Lawyer
- Terry, Houston TX, a Child Custody client
5.0 star rating
Knowledgeable, Professional, Experienced
- Elaine, a Adoption client

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Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 4.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Practice Areas

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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Always)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • The Law Office of Shane Phelps
    400 North Washington
    Bryan, TX 77803
    Office: 979-775-4100
    Mobile: 979-775-4100
    Fax: 979-775-4300
    Mobile: 979-775-4100
    Fax: 979-775-4300
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Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

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I have been asked a number of times to lecture to students at Texas A&M.  Here, I am teaching an upper-level business school class on White Collar Crime.
This is my 10-year-old daughter, Mary Claire, who often comes in with me on weekends to help out.
The Law Office of Shane Phelps, P.C. after renovation.  We moved in April 1, 2012 after five months of renovation on this 100-year-old building located just three blocks from the Brazos County Courthouse.
This is a photo of me (Shane Phelps) and my friend, Phil Banks, that appeared in the Texas Bar Journal.  The photo commemorated the annual Atticus Finch Day celebration in Brazos County that Phil and I founded.

I am a former Marine, having served on active duty from 1977-80. I graduated from Rice University in Houston in 1983 and University of Texas School of Law in... more

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Client Reviews

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“Great Lawyer”

Posted by: Terry, Houston TX, 7 months ago.

Client Review: Mr. Phelps was referred to me by another attorney for a family law case, from the start this was a difficult case due to the other party evolved.... more
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“Knowledgeable, Professional, Experienced”

Posted by: Elaine, 6 months ago.

Client Review: Not only would I recommend Shane, I will use him again if needed. He is extremely knowledgeable and yet somehow does not come across as arrogant.... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

6 endorsements


James Harlan Granberry Jr.

I worked with Shane when he was the first assistant DA. He is an excellent attorney. I would recommend Shane without reservation on any criminal matter. more

Endorsement from lawyer: James Granberry , Bryan (TX), 2 months ago
Frank W. Bryan Jr.

Shane Phelps is a first rate lawyer. He is highly intelligent, a skilled advocate, and extremely knowledgeable in criminal law matters. I recommend... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Frank Bryan , Austin (TX), 3 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

26 years since Shane Peter Phelps was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Texas Eligible To Practice In Texas 1987 03/14/2013

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

Work Experience

Position Duration
Owner at The Law Office of Shane Phelps, P.C. 2011–present
First Assistant District Attorney at Brazos County District Attorney's Office 2001–2011
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
New York Institute of Photography Photography 2010
University of Texas Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.) 1987
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Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Outstanding Dedication to Texas Children Texas CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) 2000
Board Certified - Criminal Law Texas Board of Legal Specialization 1992
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member College of the State Bar of Texas 2009–present
Member American Bar Association
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 9
Answers: 81 Legal Answers
6 Best Answers - chosen by asker
61 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
14 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 0 Legal Guides
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Publications

Article Publication Date
The Decision to Seek Death The Prosecutor (TDCAA) 2003

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
The Role of the District Attorney Annual County Judges and Commissioners Conference 2012
Search and Seizure, Confessions, and Report Writing Law Enforcement Conference 2011
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