Shawn Michael Cline

Shawn Michael Cline

4.5
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 23 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Hampton, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Military Law ... +4 more

38 Wine Street, Hampton, VA

About Shawn

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 23 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Shawn M. Cline, PC

38 Wine Street, Hampton, VA, 23669

Law Office of Shawn M. Cline, PC

4445 Corporation Ln, Virginia Beach, VA, 23462

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Shawn Michael Cline's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

35 Client Reviews

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Posted by He | February 05, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Very professional and Prepared for action

Mr.Cline worked out fantastic for my situation and my needs. The initial consultation with Mr. Cline was excellent. Mr.Cline is very knowledgeable and professional. If I ever needed representation again in Virginia would definitely recommend contacting him again.Mr. Cline clearly understands the impo...rtance of each matter and handled it accordingly. Definitely would recommend!

Posted by Jordan | August 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Traffic Tickets Dismissed

Attorney Shawn Cline provided outstanding service in getting my traffic tickets dismissed. His communication was excellent throughout the process. I didn’t have to appear in court due to working out of town. Attorney Cline handled everything from start to finish. Highly recommend Attorney Cline for h...is professionalism, efficiency, and results!

Posted by anonymous | March 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Nolle Prosequi: 2024

I cannot say enough great things about Attorney Cline and his team! They were professional, knowledgeable, and demonstrated experience to my criminal case. They took the time to explain every step of the legal process and were very responsive. The case resulted in a Nolle Prosequi. I highly recommend... Attorney Clines.

Posted by anonymous | May 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Thank you

Mr. Cline is a true professional. He and his office conducted themselves with dignity, integrity, and a desire to help. I truly appreciate all the work they put in for me. I highly recommend.

Posted by Antonio | December 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Found Not Guilty

I was charged with some very serious sex crimes that I did not commit. Mr. Cline successfully argued my case and got my charged dismissed. I'm very grateful because without him I could have spent the rest of my life in prison. I highly recommend him.

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Shawn Michael Cline's Lawyer Endorsements

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Aaron Pike

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cline is a knowledgeable and proficient criminal defense attorney. His expertise and courtroom presence place him above his peers."

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Emanuel Delalla

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Hannon Wright

Military law lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Cline is as trustworthy as he is professional. An excellent lawyer that is good with people, he is a great advocate for his clients. His military experience is certainly an asset to him. I definitely endorse Shawn Cline."

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Jeffrey Martin

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shawn is an excellent attorney in so many areas. He is my go-to attorney for any questions I have on military law."

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Jerrell Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shawn is passionate about getting the best outcome for his clients. He is knowledgeable, articulate and always prepared to vigorously defend his clients rights and interests."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Shawn. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Jarrett McCormack

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Crystina O'Brien

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shawn is very successful with his DUI practice. In the last month he has had at least two full acquittals that I know about. He is prepared, he knows the law, he has great trial skills and he cares about his clients. You will be very well represented if you hire Shawn."

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Grover Baxley

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Shawn is an exceptional attorney who attains outstanding results for his clients. I routinely refer clients to him because I know they will be well-represented."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorney, Law Office of Shawn M. Cline, PC

Associations

2002 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2002 - Present

Virginia Beach Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

CLIENT CHARGED WITH DUI

NOT GUILTY

ASSAULT

charges dropped

CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

not convinced

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Education

2002

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

United States Air Force Academy

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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