Shanin Lee Marsh Turner

Shanin Lee Marsh Turner

also known as Shanin L. Turner, Quilling Selander Lownds Winslett & Moser, Shanin L. Turner

4.7
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 12 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Plano, TX
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support, Adoption

6900 N. Dallas Pkwy, Suite 800, Plano, TX

About Shanin

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

Petitions, Property division, editions, trials, temporary orders hearings and final divorce decrees.

12 years

50%
Child Custody 20%

Custody as part of a divorce decree, and custody without divorce (known as SAPCR) that include both joint and sole conservatorship, possession schedules, and individualized parenting agreements created based on the best interest needs of the child.

12 years

20%
Child Support 20%

Original support suits, as well as changes or modifications of existing child support orders, based on material and substantial changes in the needs of a child or changed circumstances of a parent.

12 years

20%
Adoption 10%

Paternity adjudications, as well as terminations of parental rights and adoptions.

12 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 12 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2013

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Quilling Selander Lownds, Winslett & Moser, PC

6900 N. Dallas Pkwy, Suite 800, Plano, TX, 75024

QSLWM

2001 Bryan Street, suite 1800, Dallas, TX, 75201

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Shanin Lee Marsh Turner's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

41 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ben | April 06, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Hands down best decision I ever made

Shanin was referred to me by a friend. Shanin took over as my attorney on short notice and represented me well. I told all my friends and family that switching to Shanin as my lawyer was probably the best decision I have made in my life. She knows her stuff and helps you understand as well. She w...as realistic and didn’t want to waste my time or money, but represented me well.

Posted by JORDAN | January 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing

Shanin what is absolutely amazing. I couldn't have asked for more. She is very knowledgeable, she is very quick-witted, smart, very dedicated and gave me strategies to be able to get through a divorce case and child custody. I am beyond grateful I found her and have already referred clients that spea...k very high praises of Shanin. This is a very painful and emotional process and she walked me through it all at all hours. Today is the day I signed my divorce and without Shanin I couldn't have gotten custody of my girls. Thank you for all that you have done for not only myself but my children as well!

Posted by Bill Zint | October 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Outstanding

Shanin Turner is hands-down the legal representative anyone should have on their side. Her ability to instill confidence in her clients while thoroughly explaining the process is second to none. Her expertise and experience in high conflict cases has raised the bar as far as choosing the most qualifi...ed legal counsel. From the ease of communication to the immediate connection and relationship formed with Shanin, I would highly recommend Shanin Turner to anyone needing legal help or advice.

Posted by Brian | August 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Very good divorce attorney

Last year, I decided to divorce my wife. After researching for several weeks, I filed the initial divorce paperwork myself. But the difficulty of that first step made it clear that I needed professional assistance. I hired Shanin to represent me in my divorce. During our initial consultation, S...hanin patiently explained the steps in a divorce. She got to work and got the ball rolling. She gave me very sound legal advice. I decided to override her one one issue, which was unwise. My decision caused the divorce to take much longer to finalize. Not taking Shanin's advice on this subject is my most significant regret for the entire divorce process. Shanin was keen to protect my interests, thinking of several contingencies and how to cover them. Shanin was very honest and candid about the issues that we discussed, which I appreciated. Shanin was very professional, even when my ex-wife became very emotional in her office. I was overall very pleased with Shanin's service as my attorney.

Posted by April | August 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

FANTASTIC REPRESENTATION

Shanin was the THIRD attorney I hired to help with my divorce and I sure wish she had been the FIRST! After struggling for almost a year to make any progress, she managed to get it all done in a few short weeks. From the day of my consultation to the day of my divorce was a three week process! She... had great follow-up and communication with me as well. I strongly recommend her!

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Shanin Lee Marsh Turner's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Nohavicka

Family lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joey Tellez

Child support lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Turner is knowledgeable is her area of expertise and gives excellent, sound advice on AVVO."

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Fiza Syed

Litigation lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shanin is a brilliant and passionate advocate for her clients. Having known her throughout law school, I have no doubt that she helps her clients achieve the most favorable outcome with their cases. I highly endorse this attorney."

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Leon Johnson

Family lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Shanin is a knowledgeable and skilled attorney, and always works with her client's best interest in mind. She is a fair and reasonable opponent, and I'm always pleased to see her name show up as opposing counsel."

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Robert von Dohlen

Unknown lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Great Family Law advocate!"

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Scott Phillips

Child support lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Ray

Family lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Turner is an outstanding and talented advocate. She is extremely well-versed in her area of the law and prides herself on the results she receives for her clients. I highly recommend her."

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Mubaraka Saifee

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ms. Turner. She is a very knowledgeable and skilled attorney who will fight for her clients' rights till the very end. You want her on your side!"

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Mark Oxford

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Shanin Turner. Attorney Turner is knowledgeable and does care about her clients, highly respect in the legal community. I highly recommend her."

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Jason Rowe

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Shanin Turner is a beacon of professionalism and experience in the community. She not only gets the best for her client, but fights tirelessly on every case. Shanin Turner is the type of attorney that younger lawyers go to when they need advice. She is a credit to the profession, and I highly recommend choosing Shanin Turner as your attorney."

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Thomas Graham

Family lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Erin Groce

Family lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Harris

Family lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Turner is quite active in the Texas Family Law community and reflects highly upon our profession."

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Gina Famularo

Family lawyer | Sep 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2012

Legal Studies Abroad, University College- Oxford, England

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Attorney, Quilling Selander Lownds Winslett & Moser, PC

2015 - 2018

Associate Attorney, The Wright Firm, LLP

2014 - 2015

Managing Attorney, Shanin L. Turner, Attorney at Law, PLLC

2013 - 2014

Associate Attorney, Widner Family Law Group LLC

Associations

2018 - Present

Denton County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Collin County Bar Association

Dallas County Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Confidential

Court ordered dad to begin paying current child support, and medical health insurance. Court ordered dad to pay $18,000 in retroactive Child support

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Education

2013

Southern Methodist University

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

1996

University of Texas System, Dallas

MA - Masters

1992

Texas Woman's University (Denton, TX)

BS - Bachelor of Science

Publications

2014

SMU Texas Survey Husbands and Wives

Languages

English

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