Shane Paul Cantin

Shane Paul Cantin

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 32 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Springfield, MO
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

901 E. St Louis Street, Suite 1600, Springfield, MO

About Shane

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Criminal defense in all nature of felony and serious misdemeanor charges in state and federal courts throughout Missouri. Federal capital trial experience.

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 32 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1993

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Location

Cantin Mynarich LLC

901 E. St Louis Street, Suite 1600, Springfield, MO, 65806-2562

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Shane Paul Cantin's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly Recommended

Shane Cantin took the time to get to know me as a person and to explain the very complicated Federal criminal law under which I was charged. He met with me frequently, we had numerous telephone conferences and e-mail exchanges, and at all times he kept me informed and advanced my case expeditiously.... Shane’s knowledge of federal criminal law is encyclopedic and his understanding of the nuances of federal criminal procedure is complete. He left no stone unturned and developed a cogent theory for my defense. I had total confidence in Shane. I took his advice at every instance and I got a very good result that few other attorneys, if any, could have produced. Shane Cantin is the best attorney I have ever met, and his fees are in fact very reasonable in view of his high skill level and the great amount of time he expended on my case. I will always be grateful to Shane for his representation of me at a very difficult time in my life. Shane is the personification not only of everything that an attorney should be, but also of what a counselor should be. I recommend Shane Cantin most highly and without reservation to anyone charged with a federal crime.

Posted by Kim | August 24, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Highly Recommend Shane Cantin!

Shane obtained the outcome we hoped for. Any legal process is lengthy. Shane did an awesome job of keeping us updated, presenting options, and making recommendations (which we always followed, thus the wonderful outcome). He did not make us feel stupid for the questions we asked. His rate was more th...an fair! We had to use outside consultants that were equally professional, reasonable priced, and informative. We would highly recommend Shane Cantin!

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Shane Paul Cantin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lisa Sims

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have seen Shane in the courtroom and he is always very professional."

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Thomas Carver

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Over a period of many years I had the opportunity to observe Shane's performance in and out of the courtroom and easily came to the conclusion that he was an excellent and ethical lawyer who provided first rate service to his clients. Because of his skill and character, I invited Shane to join me in my practice in 2007. I haven't been disappointed. He continues to deliver top flight legal services and maintains a high degree of satisfaction with his clients. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to any prospective client seeking representation in his areas of concentration."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Eric Jensen

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Shane and his entire firm are top notch criminal defense lawyers. Call Shane with confidence if you need a criminal lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Best Law Firms, U.S. News & World Report

2019

Best Lawyers - Criminal Defense & DUI, 417 Magazine

2018

Best Lawyers - Criminal Defense & DUI, 417 Magazine

2016

Super Lawyer, Kansas Super Lawyers

2016

Best Criminal Defense Lawfirm, Expertise

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Partner, Cantin Mynarich LLC

2007 - 2021

Partner, Carver Cantin and Mynarich LLC

1993 - 1994

Assistant City Attorney, City of Springfield

Associations

2000 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1997 - Present

Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1995 - Present

Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association

Member

1993 - Present

Missouri Bar Association

Member

Education

N/A

University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

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College of the Ozarks

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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