Joshua Paul Shelton

Joshua Paul Shelton

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Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 75% DUI / DWI
    7 years, 450 cases
  • 25% Business
    7 years, 40 cases

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Always)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

  • NEWPORT CRIMINAL DEFENSE
    4000 MacArthur Blvd.
    Suite 900
    Newport Beach, CA 92660
    Office: 562-682-1343
    Fax: 949-298-4588
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Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

About Me

Photos (2)

Videos (1)

For those that have never been arrested, facing the criminal justice system alone, and for the first time, can be a terrifying experience. Those that have had... more

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Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


“Client for a DUI case”

Posted by: Kirk, 6 months ago.

Client Review: I was recommended to Josh by a friend that had previously worked with him. I am glad I got that recommendation, he did an awesome job for me. I... more
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“Mr. Shelton stays informed”

Posted by: a DUI client, 7 months ago.

Client Review: While working with Mr. Shelton it seemed apparent that he stays informed with the current legal environment. He was very quick, clear and precise... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

14 endorsements


Andrew J Aukland

Josh is a fantastic lawyer. He is dedicated to his clients and gets great results for them. Highly recommended.

Endorsement from lawyer: Andrew Aukland , Manhattan Beach (CA), 4 months ago
Wade Jonathan Skalsky

I have worked closely with Josh on cases in both Federal and State jurisdictions. I have come to admire his aggressiveness and tactical skill. I... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Wade Skalsky , Glendale (CA), 6 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

5 years since Joshua Paul Shelton was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
California Active 2008 03/19/2013

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

Work Experience

Position Duration
Managing Partner at Newport Criminal Defense 2012–present
Managing Attorney at Law Offices Of Lawrence Taylor 2011–2012
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Loyola Law School Emphasis on Business and Contract Law JD - Juris Doctor
University of Southern California Political Science BA - Bachelor of Arts

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
40hr Mediation Certificate of Completion Loyola Law School: Center For Conflict Resolution 2006
Judicial Externship Los Angeles Superior Court 2005
See all 8 awards

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member California DUI Lawyers Association 2012–present
Member National College of DUI Defense 2012–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 11
Answers: 121 Legal Answers
2 Best Answers - chosen by asker
97 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
13 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 3 Legal Guides
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Jenna Jameson Arrested after hitting Pole lawyers.com 2012

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Medicinal Marijuana laws and Penalties H.O.P.E 2011
SR22 Insurance and your DUI BreatheEasy Insurance Golf Tournament 2011