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Ronald Shawn McBride
also known as R. Shawn McBride, Shawn McBride
About Ronald
Biography
R. Shawn McBride is a corporate business Attorney, Author, CPA, CEO, Consultant and Speaker. R. Shawn McBride is the CEO and CIO at McBride For Business, LLC and the Managing Member of The R. Shawn McBride Law Firm, PLLC. The R. Shawn McBride Law Firm, PLLC is a boutique business-focused practice with offices in Dallas, Texas and New York, New York. Currently, Shawn is licensed to practice law in 12 states and the District of Columbia. R. Shawn is also a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Florida, Maryland and Texas.
SPEAKING
R. Shawn McBride has spoken nationwide at over 80 speaking events since 2014. R. Shawn is the CEO and Chief Innovation Officer of McBride For Business, LLC a corporate strategy company. McBride For Business, LLC was formed in response to increasing demand for R. Shawn McBride as a business visionary and consultant. He speaks to audiences and works directly with business owners on setting their companies up for success; R. Shawn helps establish systems and procedures related to the ownership of the company in order to prepare the company for future growth.
AUTHOR
R. Shawn McBride’s book, Business Blunders! was released June, 2016 and covers issues commonly seen in business. Currently, R. Shawn is working on his second book, 3 Laws of Empowerment to be released sometime next year.
EDUCATION
R. Shawn McBride received his Juris Doctorate from the University Of Maryland School Of Law in 2002 with honors. He also received a bachelor’s degree from Towson University in 1999, where he double majored in Accounting & Business Administration with a concentration in Finance.
PRESENTATIONS
R. Shawn McBride presentation and speaking topics include:
• 3 Laws of Empowerment
• Business Partnerships Are Long-Term Relationships: Are You Ready for Yours?
• LLCs Mean Limited Liability, Right?: Things You Didn’t Think Of
• You Signed What?: Common Issues in Agreements You’ve Signed
• Raising Capital Through Exempt Offerings
• Common Issues Faced by Business Owners
• Business Partnerships and the Legal Negotiations and Accounting Implications
ACCOLADES
R. Shawn was awarded two prestigious honors this year. He is a Super Lawyers 2016 Texas Rising Star and one of D Magazine’s picks for 2016 Best Lawyer in Dallas: Corporate Law: General.
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Georgia for 3 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2022
No misconduct found
Licensed in Wyoming for 11 years
State: Wyoming
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in South Carolina for 11 years
State: South Carolina
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 12 years
State: California
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 12 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 12 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 12 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 13 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 16 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 18 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in Delaware for 23 years
State: Delaware
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Licensed in Nebraska for 11 years
State: Nebraska
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 11 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Colorado for 12 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
R. Shawn McBride
300 North Ronald Regan Blvd., Suite 210 (by app't only), Longwood, FL, 32750
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Ronald Shawn McBride's Reviews
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Posted by Jon | September 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney
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At the top of his game
I hired Shawn to review docs associated with an acquisition. His review was timely and thorough. His knowledge of LLC Operating Agreements was complete to the point where the Seller, who was also an attorney, actually became frustrated at how thorough Shawn was, which is a good sign that you're catch...
Posted by fred | August 2, 2016 | Hired Attorney
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Shawn McBride and Todd Benson of The R. Shawn McBride Law Firm, PLLC.
Good lawyers are hard to find at any hourly rate. Todd Benson and Shawn McBride do superb work. I have read on many occasions that a high impressive forehead that is wide and clear is indicative of someone that possesses high intellect and great forbearance. See Shawn's photo on his website. S...
Posted by STEVEN | July 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
AUTO SHOP
SHAWN MCBRIDE HAS HELPED ME SEVERAL DIFFERENT TIMES ON SVERAL DIFFERENT THINGS FOR MY AUTOMOTIVE BUISNESS. I WOULD REFER HIM TO MANY MORE FOR HELPING ME OUT AND TAKING HEADACHES AWAY FROM ME
Posted by Rick | January 13, 2015
Sets up your business without setting you up
Coming into Texas from out-of-state to launch a start-up a business had more than a few challenges. Fortunately, a trusted advisor introduced me to Shawn McBride when I was in need of sound advice and assistance in structuring my business with the State of Texas. Shawn did a great job of applying his...
Ronald Shawn McBride's Lawyer Endorsements
Everett Carbajal
Corporate and incorporation lawyer | Apr 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Shawn is an excellent attorney who has a passion for his work and for educating clients and other attorneys throughout all fifty states."
"Shawn McBride is a lawyer's lawyer. His ability to see within the issue and dissect the problem is exceptional. I really admire his organizational skills and ability to manage a team. He's both a team player and leader. Shawn's a valuable guy to have on any project."
"I had the privilege of working with Shawn during his "Senior Associate" years. He's always had excellent analytical ability and judgment. To this day, we continue to interact, consult and cross refer. I endorse R. Shawn McBride."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I know Shawn McBride and I believe that he is an exceptionally thorough, knowledgeable, and professional lawyer. He brings a keen insight to legal matters involving business matters and client representation. I give Shawn my full endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer. Shawn and I were at the same firm for a number year, and I found Shawn goal oriented, issue focused and responsive. Since Shawn went out on his own, I have referred some matters to him, and I have gotten good feedback on Shawn's attention to those matters."
"I would highly recommend Mr. McBride, I know his personally and he is an excellent attorney and great person."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've had the opportunity to work with Ronald "Shawn" McBride on several matters. He's intelligent, competent, thorough and a top notch attorney. I respect his advice and would not hesitate to refer clients to him. I look forward to our next matter as co-counsel."
"Whenever I have legal questions concerning Mergers & Acquisitions or Securities Law, Shawn is the first person I contact. I value his experience and abilities."
"I highly recommend Shawn. He knows business law inside and out, and I often seek his advice on matters. He is very easy to talk with and knowledgeable."
"I have no problem referring clients to Shawn. He has extensive knowledge in the areas of business formations, mergers and acquisitions, and other legal issues facing today's growing businesses. I trust that he will service my clients in an efficient and timely manner. He hasn't let me down."
"Shawn possesses a keen intellect. Had the privilege of working with Shawn for several years and was very impressed with his ability to grasp complex structures and deliver cogent advice. I endorse this lawyer."
"Shawn is a highly competent and well respected business attorney with an active business transaction and M&A practice in Dallas, Texas and in the other states where he is licensed to practice. I heartily endorse him."
"Shawn is an outstanding business law attorney. He gives every client individualized attention and delivers the highest quality work."
"Shawn is an exceptional attorney for business law matters. Highest integrity and competency!"
"Shawn McBride is a resourceful attorney who is skilled in complex business law matters. He brings organization and a large network of resources to his client's benefit."
Jason Burress
Securities and investment fraud lawyer | Oct 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Shawn is a very respected lawyer in our community and I highly endorse him for handling of any securities issues or mergers/acquisitions."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Top Rated Business & Corporate Attorney in Dallas, TX, Super Lawyers
2016
Best Lawyers in Dallas: Corporate Law: General (2016), D Magazine
2012
State Bar College Member, State Bar College
Work Experience
2016 - Present
CEO, McBride For Business
2012 - Present
Managing Member, The R. Shawn McBride Law Office, P.L.LC.
2008 - 2012
Associate, K & L Gates
2007 - 2008
Associate, Thelen Reid & Priest
2002 - 2007
Associate, Richards, Layton & Finger, PA
Associations
2014 - Present
Wyoming State BarMember
2014 - Present
Nebraska State Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2013 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Florida BarMember
2013 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
State Bar CollegeMember
2009 - Present
Dallas Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
2007 - Present
District of Columbia BarMember
2002 - Present
Delaware State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Capital Raising
Documents updated
Education
2002
University of Maryland School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Towson University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2016
YEP TSCPA
Business Partnerships
2016
That Business Show
Business Blunders
2016
TEDx Topeka Women
Women Business Partnerships
2016
Firewalkers of God
3 Laws of Empowerment
2016
American Tonight with Kate Delaney
Business Blunders
2015
Wyoming State Bar
Owning an LLC Means Not Liability, Right?: Things You Didn't Think Of.
2015
Park Cities Netweavers
Owning an LLC Means No Liability, Right?: Things You Didn't Think Of
2015
North Texas Attorney Network
Liability Issues for LLC Owners
2014
Wyoming State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section
You Signed What: Common Issues in Contract Drafting
2014
R. Shawn McBride Law Office Morning Speaker Series
Business Partnerships are long term relationships: Are you ready for yours
2014
Mesquite Bar Association
Partnerships are long term relationships: Are you ready for yours
2014
La Cima Club
You Signed What: Issues in Contracts
2014
Exit Planning Institute
Exits in Multi-owner Situations
2012
AON Insurance Morning Meeting
AON Healthcare Insurance Morning Panel
2012
1st Tuesday Connections
The Devil is in the Details
2007
America & China Small & Medium Sized Business Conference
US-China Trade Issues and Intellectual Property in China
Publications
2016
2016
Huffington Post
What the New Equity Crowdfunding Rules Mean for Business
2015
Dallas Bar Association Headnotes
Why Do a Corporate Clean-Up?
2015
Wall Street Journal
Small Crowds Get Their Day in Investing
2012
Dallas Bar Association Headnotes
New Securities Offering Possibilities Under the JOBS Act
Languages
English