I was in a very complicated accident situation early this year. I was driving a company purchased truck. Other driver was passing on the right side of the truck I was moving over and we hit. I was ticketed for failure to maintain in a lane of traffic in an accident. I live several states away and hiring John by looking lawyers up in that state it was just to unreal that he was put in our hands to help. Being that I live several states away and still had to work to provide for my family I couldn't believe he handled everything I didn't have to be present there at all and miss work or have the extra travel expenses. He got the charge reduced to a non moving violation which saved my license.
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Excellent Experience
Johnathan was very professional, courteous, and timely in helping me close a reckless driving violation.
Posted by Wayne | November 17, 2019
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Saved License
I was in a very complicated accident situation early this year. I was driving a company purchased truck. Other driver was passing on the right side of the truck I was moving over and we hit. I was ticketed for failure to maintain in a lane of traffic in an accident. I live several states away and hiring John by looking lawyers up in that state it was just to unreal that he was put in our hands to help. Being that I live several states away and still had to work to provide for my family I couldn't believe he handled everything I didn't have to be present there at all and miss work or have the extra travel expenses. He got the charge reduced to a non moving violation which saved my license.
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Posted by Cassandra | June 4, 2019
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Good experience
John was great. He was knowledgeable and available when I had questions. He kept me informed every step of the process and made it all quick and easy. I would definitely work with him again.
Posted by Daniel | September 9, 2018
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All Around Great
Mr. Shelton was all around great. He handled everything in a professional manner and answered all the questions I had. The outcome of my case was the best possible one thanks to Mr. Shelton. Would highly recommend him to anyone seeking legal advise.
Posted by Jennifer | June 12, 2018
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Best lawyer in Lancaster
Jonathan gave me an in depth explanation of everything and what to expect with best case and worst case scenarios. He answered all of my questions and was quick to return any questions I had. At the end of the day, he made a great deal and the charge isn't on my record! He also showed me what he could expunge if I wanted it.
Posted by Vance | June 12, 2018
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Definitely recommended
I had a great experience with Mr. Shelton. He was very insightful and gave great advice. He worked quickly and efficiently for me and got me a great deal.
Posted by anonymous | June 12, 2018
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Worth the money
Mr Shelton was very professional in dealing with myself and the courts on my behalf. I only had to actually go to court twice, he handled all other hearings so I wouldn't have to miss work. He was very prompt with answering my questions and getting me the best deal available. Thank you so much
Posted by Natalie | August 10, 2023
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Not good at communicating.
No email, no updates. I had to call and find out the update of my speeding ticket. Thats all I'm going to say. I'm still awaiting my fine in the mail.
Posted by Ann | May 17, 2019
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Worst experience
I hired jonathan to represent me in court, I had filed all the paperwork all he had to do was basically show up, and fight for my rights. he was late, his physical appearance/dress was unprofessional. To get my review approved I can not say exactly what I would like to describe this experience. He failed in so many ways I would not recommend him to anyone except truly guilty individuals. I did not want to give him 1 star but it would not let me proceed without selecting at least 1.
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Posted by William | April 13, 2018
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The Worst
I strongly advise anyone looking for legal help. Jonathan Shelton is definitely not the attorney. He basically have my freedom away. I had 5 warrants for my arrest. The warrants were for contempt of court. They were misdemeanors. Each one carried 6 months & 1000 dollar fine. A total of five thousand. He let the court stick me with a 50.000 dollar bail. Once I found out about the warrants. I hired Shelton & he schedule for me to turn myself in. I went to jail once in jail I could not reach Shelton. When my court hearing came about. He didn't have any paper work I have him about my case. The evidence that could help me. He also came to the holding pin at the courts. Without any kind of legal representation. He tried to get me to plead guilty to 24 months. Then he came back with another offer of 15 months. My charges was for allegedly texting a female. He did not do any kind of investigation on the phone that text her. He came to trial unprepared. I gave him copies of her text messages. I gave him a voice recording. He did nothing except try to have me plead guilty. I went to trial lost & received 22 months. The day my family bail me out. He asked me why didn't I tell him I was out. He also said I should have stayed in jail for a few more days. He was negotiating with the district attorney. Shelton turn me in to the jail. He tried leaving me in jail. He took my money then took me to jail. He's the worst attorney I ever met. Beware of the Shelton firm. I felt like he was the district attorney. I went to trial with everyone against me. Even my own district attorney or lawyer. That was a nightmare for me that day.
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