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Patrick Short is a trial lawyer based in Rockwall County, Texas, the county east of Dallas County with over 39 years of experience representing clients in East and North Texas in personal injury, wrongful death, criminal defense, and selected civil litigation matters. Patrick is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and in Criminal Trial Advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He is also Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Patrick is one of eight lawyers in the State of Texas that are double Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in both Personal Injury Trial Law and Criminal Law.
Patrick enjoys spending time with his wife of 39 years, sitting on the couch watching a good movie, reading a good book or continuing to explore the Old and New Testament and the evidence of the truths claimed therein, often with a good cup of hot tea. Milk and sugar please!
Patrick enjoys cooking—making a great breakfast frittata, Rib-eye or Chili. He often tries cases in his head before he commits them to paper. Some of that is done over the stove when the mood strikes him.
Patrick enjoys fishing periodically and likes to dream of becoming as good with a fly rod as he is at speaking in a courtroom.
Growing up fatherless and the only child of a WWII polish-immigrant mother, he understands life’s struggles—and yes, its pain. Over the years, he has learned that even in tough circumstances the Giver of Life is there. And that He is the father to the fatherless. Patrick tries to encourage his clients that they are not alone in their legal struggle.
You might understand him more and why he loves being a trial lawyer if you get the chance to talk to him in a legal consultation. Ask him: “Where were you Christmas Day when you were 17?” Even if you don’t work together on your legal case, his answer may be an encouragement to you as you sojourn your way through life.
Patrick is board certified in both criminal and personal injury trial law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. There are less than 6 trial lawyers in Texas board certified as he is. He is often consulted by other lawyers to either help them or take a case on that needs to be tried to jury.
Document with photos and medical bills and records your injuries, including the vehicles involved in the collision, if possible. Be aware that if you speak to an insurance adjuster you will often be on a recorded line. Seek medical treatment and legal advice.
Do not discuss the allegations against you with anyone other than a lawyer. Anything you say can and may be used against you in a court of law. Often times the fear of what is going on is far worse than the result of what happens in your case. Seek the advice of a criminal defense lawyer immediately
If you are already charged with DWI or DUI, seek legal advice immediately. There are certain time limits dealing with your driver's license and you do not want to waive the rights. Always ask that the police get a warrant for your blood if you have not been arrested.
Document with photos and medical bills and records your injuries, including the vehicles involved in the collision, if possible. Be aware that if you speak to an insurance adjuster you will often be on a recorded line. Seek medical treatment and legal advice.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Car Accident
40%
39 years
Criminal Defense
30%
41 years
DUI and DWI
20%
41 years
Personal Injury
10%
39 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
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- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 41 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
Law Firm of Patrick Short
(972) 771-0377
Fax
603 White Hills Drive, Suite A, Rockwall, TX, 75087
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Patrick Short's Reviews
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Posted by Savannah | February 5, 2019 | Hired Attorney
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What a God Send!
My life was turned upside down when I was arrested at the age of 20 in March of 2016 on my first and only drug charge. I didn't know then that Patrick would become a huge part of my life! My mom hired him when I was arrested and I can honestly say that I don't know what would have become of me had he...
Posted by Nicole | June 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Do not loose hope! Calling this man was the best decision my family could've made
A family member of mine recently faced some heavy allegations brought against him by Rockwall County. After consulting with a plethora of attorneys we came across Patrick. What everyone else is deemed a dire case to say the least, Patrick thought with fervor, approaching whatever the DA threw at...
Patrick Short's Lawyer Endorsements
"Simply brilliant attorney. Compassionate and so well qualified. NO BETTER attorney in Rockwall for a criminal case."
"Patrick is a highly skilled, passionate, and knowledgeable advocate and trial lawyer. He has my highest endorsement."
"Patrick is an amazing trial lawyer that will take the fight to the prosecutors. In the past, I have referred cases to Patrick and heard rave reviews about his skills. I would not hesitate to refer a case to Patrick. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Patrick is a trial lawyer in every sense of the word. He works tirelessly not only at his cases but overtime in being a better lawyer. He goes the extra mile to work the Trial Lawyers College methodology which has proven highly successful all around the nation, and we are fortunate to have him winning in Rockwall and Dallas."
John Smith
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers
2015
Best Attorneys of America, Rue Ratings’ Best Attorneys of America®
2014
Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers
2011
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, American Association for Justice
2011
Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers
2010
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, American Association for Justice
2010
Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers
2007
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, American Association for Justice
2007
Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers
2006
Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers
Work Experience
1993 - Present
Owner, Law Firm of Patrick Short
1985 - 1986
Assistant District Attorney, Rockwall District Attorney's Office
Associations
Rockwall County Bar Association
Member
State Bar of Texas
Member
State Bar College
Member
Association of Trial Lawyers of America
Member
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Member
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
Christian Legal Society
Member
American Association for Justice
Member
1997 - 1998
Rockwall County Bar AssociationPresident
Education
2009
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
Certificate
1982
California Western School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
Baylor University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Big Ideas
Others: A Life of Success
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers