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Shannon McLin
also known as Shannon McLin
About Shannon
Biography
Shannon McLin is a board-certified Florida appellate lawyer and the founder of Florida Appeals, a premier statewide appellate law firm. Her practice is devoted exclusively to appeals and appellate strategy in complex matters throughout Florida.
Florida Appeals handles complex civil appellate litigation in state and federal courts. Founding partner, Shannon McLin, is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in appellate practice, is AV rated by Martindale Hubbell, and is Chambers USA-ranked in Appellate Practice. She is an experienced appellate advocate with an extensive background in state and federal appellate representation. As a former law clerk to the Florida Fifth District Court of Appeal, McLin developed a unique perspective as to what appellate courts expect in appellate briefs and pleadings. McLin is admitted to practice in Florida state and federal courts, the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, and the Supreme Court of the United States.
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Licensed in Florida for 32 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Florida Appeals
20 North Orange Avenue, Suite 1600, Orlando, FL, 32801
Florida Appeals
One Financial Plaza, Floor 1000, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33394
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Shannon McLin's Reviews
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Posted by Shelby | August 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney
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I would give ten stars if I could.
Shannon is an excellent attorney, and her team is phenomenal. She is top rated for a reason. She handled my case with the highest level of detail, and I felt that she genuinely cares about her clients. She is kind, and encompasses a wealth of knowledge which was used to supplement my family attorney ...
Shannon McLin's Lawyer Endorsements
"Shannon McLin is the founder and principal of Florida Appeals. She has subject matter expertise in appeals and has been Board-Certified in appellate practice since 2024. Shannon is AV rated by Martindale Hubbell, has consistently been named by Florida Trend magazine as a Florida Legal Elite in Appellate Practice and as a Florida Super Lawyer. Shannon has also been recognized as one of Florida’s Top 50 Women Lawyers. She has been a member of The Florida Bar in good standing since 1993 and is admitted to practice before all state courts in Florida. She graduated with honors from Pepperdine University School of Law. Shannon is an exceptional appellate attorney and a gifted advocate. She is an active member of the legal community. Without hesitation I recommend and endorse Shannon."
"Shannon and Chris Carlyle are wonderful appellate attorneys. They were instrumental in achieving a groundbreaking decision regarding access to medical records in the Buster v. Florida Hospital case in which I was the trial lawyer. Whether you need trial support or appellate advocacy, don't hesitate to call on The Carlyle Appellate Law Firm."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent and well prepared attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Experienced and knowledgeable in the appeals process."
"Ms. McLin Carlyle is a stellar appellate attorney and a very valuable member of the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Extremely well versed in the area of appeals and an incredible advocate for her clients!"
"I have known Shannon since law school and have kept in contact since. I can attest that she is an intelligent, skilled and conscientious attorney with a genuine passion for what she does and a commitment to her clients. I would retain her and her law firm without hesitation for any appellate matter I needed assistance with."
"Shannon is one of the finest appellate lawyers around. She is experienced and knowledgeable and I frequently consult with her regarding potential appellate issues. She is the first name I turn to when asked for recommendations for appellate counsel."
Experience
Honors
2021
Super Lawyer in Appellate Practice, Florida Super Lawyers
2020
Florida Legal Elite in Appellate Practice, Florida Trend Magazine
2020
Super Lawyer in Appellate Practice, Florida Super Lawyers
2019
Florida Legal Elite in Appellate Practice, Florida Trend Magazine
2019
Super Lawyer in Appellate Practice, Florida Super Lawyers
2018
Florida Legal Elite in Appellate Practice, Florida Trend Magazine
2018
Super Lawyer in Appellate Practice, Florida Super Lawyers
2017
Florida Legal Elite in Appellate Practice, Florida Trend Magazine
2017
Super Lawyer in Appellate Practice, Florida Super Lawyers
2016
Florida Legal Elite in Appellate Practice, Florida Trend Magazine
2016
Super Lawyer in Appellate Practice, Florida Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer in Appellate Practice, Florida Super Lawyers
2015
Florida Legal Elite in Appellate Practice, Florida Trend Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2013
Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers
2013
Victor Tipton Award for Legal Writing, Florida Justice Association
2012
Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers
2012
Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2011
Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2011
Florida Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2011
Top 50 Women Florida Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
2010
Florida Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2010
Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2010
Top 50 Women Florida Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
2009
Florida Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2009
Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2008
Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2008
Florida Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2007
Florida Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2007
Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2006
Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2004
Board Certified Appellate Lawyer, The Florida Bar
N/A
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Managing Partner, Florida Appeals
1997 - 2018
Founder and Managing Partner, The Carlyle Appellate Law Firm
1993 - 1997
Law Clerk to The Honorable Gilbert S. Goshorn, Jr., Florida's Fifth District Court of Appeal
Associations
2018 - Present
Florida Bar, Family Law SectionExecutive Council
2011 - Present
Family Law Section Appellate CommitteeChair
2008 - Present
Orange County Bar Association, Appellate Law SectionMember
2006 - Present
Marion County Bar Association
1997 - Present
Lake County Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
Florida Bar, Appellate Practice SectionMember
Florida Bar Association, Appellate Practice Section, Outreach Committee
Chair
Florida Bar Association, Family Law Section, Amicus Committee
Co-chairman
American Bar Association Council of Appellate Lawyers
Member
Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers, Amicus Curiae Committee
Member
Central Florida Association of Women Lawyers
Member
2012 - 2013
Appellate Certification CommitteeChair
2010 - 2011
Appellate Certification CommitteeVice-Chair
2010 - 2011
Appellate Certification CommitteeChair Elect
2009 - 2018
First Green BankBoard of Directors
2005 - 2009
Florida Bar, Appellate Practice SectionExecutive Council
Sample of Legal Cases
Strout v. Campbell, 864 So. 2d 1275 (Fla. 5th DCA 2004)
Our client prevailed on appeal
Education
1993
Pepperdine University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
University of Central Florida
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2006
Florida CLE Conference by Lorman Education Services
Appellate Practice for the General Practioner
Publications
2004
The Family Law Commentator
Oops: Did we say His Interest in his pension? We meant Her interest in His Pension: The Typo that Changed the Law
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How to read Florida Supreme Court opinions?
02 Jul 2021
Q&A
Lost my Appeal Case but on order states:"Not final until disposition of timely filed motion for rehearing." what does that mean?
26 Feb 2021