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

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4.5 /5.0

35 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 23, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Dui

Awesome firm to go through! Very quick with response and great in the court room! I would highly recommend this firm for any legal cases!

Posted by anonymous | December 08, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Mr. Cline is the way to go

Mr. Cline was highly recommended to represent me in Virginia Beach. He was very easy to work with throughout the entire legal process. After receiving the initial retainer he allowed me to pay the rest of his fees in installments. His fee for representation was comparable and competitive to other ...attorneys based on the nature of my criminal charges. The whole process took about 8 months and I was informed as to what was happening on a regular basis. He had a friendly office staff and they always relayed the correct message when he was unavailable. The best part was that he always called me back in a timely manner. He listened to my concerns and explained the plan of action clearly and in terms I could understand. He never over committed on the finally outcome and I respected that. He simply advised what he was pushing for and what he hoped to accomplish in my best interest. I was extremly happy with the outcome which allows me to have a "second chance" so to speak. He was able to have some of the charges dropped and got me the best deal possible for the rest of them. He was well known in the Virginia Beach legal system and has lots on experience working with all on the district attorny's. I would definitely recommend Shawn to anyone.

Posted by Brian | July 19, 2014 | Criminal Defense

NOT Recommended

I was a client of Mr. Cline for criminal defense in Norfolk. In my experience with him, he was extremely rude, did not care about what I wanted, and harmed my case on numerous occasions in his dealings with the prosecutor and the court. I lost a lot of money on him, but I ended up firing him before I... lost my freedom. It was extremely difficult, but my next lawyer was able to (somewhat) mitigate the damage caused by him. I recommend doing your research and hiring an attorney who can help you and truly cares about your situation.

Shawn Cline

Replied last July 19, 2014

I am a competitor with Mr. Cline. I see his performance in court and I suspect this review is entirely false. He is a well-prepared, hard working and very effective attorney. NOTHiNG written by the reviewer above reflects the truth. He is a great choice for an attorney. I would send my family to him if they needed an attorney. Crystina O'Brien, Esq.

Posted by David | May 02, 2014

A Most Diligent and Insightful Lawyer

Shawn Cline is the most professional, diligent and insightful attorney I have ever dealt with. His thoroughness in handling my case was excellent and he was always responsive to my questions, and my calls. He was very good at keeping me informed of the progress of my case. If ever I need represent...ation in the future, Shawn is the man I will call.

Posted by Michael | April 28, 2014

highly recommend Mr. Cline

Mr. Cline was responsive and professional. I was nervous about everything and he made me feel at ease about the process. I would recommend him to anyone!

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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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Justin Bush

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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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