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Toby L. Shook
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Licensed in Texas for 42 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1983
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Shook, Gunter and Wirskye
717 N.Harwood, Suite 2652, Dallas, TX, 75201
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Toby L. Shook's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | November 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney
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Amazing lawyer
We hired Toby to help with my boyfriends case. He was on Federal probation and got charged with manufacturing and Deliver of cs. We have hired other lawyers but no one can compare to Toby. He is amazing always communicated and answered all our questions. After all his hard work he was able to get the...
Posted by Tony and Dean | January 7, 2013
Outstanding Lawyer
I just wanted to write this review because he deserves it. I have worked with several different lawyers in the past but Mr. Shook is No. One in my book. Not only he produceses results but he has been in the game long enough to answer any of your concers. He helped my brother with his case and i am ...
Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2012
I could relax
I am not familiar with the legal system and, when I found out I had a warrant out on me, I panicked. Luckily I called Toby Shook. He was on top of everything from the moment he took my case. He told me what the charge meant, what I needed to do, what he would do and what would happen every step of...
Toby L. Shook's Lawyer Endorsements
"I interned for Toby when I finished law school. He's an outstanding lawyer who is known and respected by all prosecutors."
"Toby Shook is one of the best criminal attorneys in the state, and sets the standard for diligent representation. His attention to detail and fantastic client-attorney relationship building make him not only a trustworthy dependable attorney, but also a pleasure to work with."
"I refer every criminal matter that I come across to Mr. Shook, as he is simply the best in the State of Texas. He is renowned in the legal community for his high-profile national media coverage cases. This is no wonder, because his knowledge, experience, integrity and professionalism are beyond comparison. I strongly endorse this attorney for any and all criminal matters."
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"Toby is an excellent and dedicated attorney. He works tirelessly for his clients and has great results. I have no hesitation in endorsing him."
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"Toby's trial resume is second to none. He's an extraordinary attorney. He not only is great in trial, but he will out work anybody on the opposing side. I endorse this lawyer."
"I've known Toby for over a decade. Without a question, I would say that he is one of the best Criminal Defense Attorney's in the nation. I've NEVER seen another attorney work a case the way he does. He is always prepared and meticulous in his preparation. When he goes to trial, he is going know his case inside out. I've tried a case against him and have seen it first hand. Extremely talented attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. One of the finest criminal defense attorney's in Texas."
"I endorse Toby. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"One of the BEST Criminal Defense Lawyers in Texas. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is intelligent beyond belief. I assisted him in a murder trial. Toby systematically destroyed the States case. Great lawyer."
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"I have known Mr. Shook for many years and can state unequivocally that he is among the most talented and respected Criminal Defense Attorneys in North Texas."
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Experience
Honors
2011
Texas Superlawyers Criminal Law, Texas Monthly
2011
, D Magazine
2010
, D Magazine
2010
Texas Super Lawyer Criminal Law, Texas Monthly
2009
, D Magazine
2009
Texas Super Lawyer Criminal Law, Texas Monthly
2008
, D Magazine
2008
Texas Super Lawyer Criminal Law, Texas Monthly
2007
Texas Super Lawyer Criminal Law, Texas Monthly Magazine
2007
500 Leading Lawyers in America, Lawdragon
2007
, D Magazine
2006
Texas Super Lawyer Criminal Law, Texas Monthly Magazine
2005
Texas Super Lawyer Criminal Law, Texas Monthly Magazine
2004
Texas Super Lawyer Criminal alw, Texas Monthly Magazine
2003
Texas Super Lawyer Criminal Law, Texas Monthly Magazine
2003
Home Run Hitter Award, National District Attorneys Association
2002
Lone Star Award, Texas District and County Attorney's Association
2002
Go to Prosecutor, Texas Lawyer Magazine
Work Experience
1983 - 2006
Felony Trial Division Chief, Dallas County District Attorneys Office
Associations
Dallas Bar Association
Member
Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Member
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Member
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Texas v Sinclair
Not Guilty of all Felony charges
Education
1983
Texas Tech University School of Law
N/A
Texas Tech University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2009
Criminal Defense Trial Skills and Trial Law Program
Opening Statments
2008
Criminal Defense Trial Skills and Trial Law Program
Expert Witnesses
2005
Prosecutor Trials Skill Course
CROSS-EXAMINATION
2004
Prosecutors Trials Skills Course
CROSS-EXAMINATION
2004
Idaho Prosecuting Attorney's Association Summer Conference
Jury Selection and Punishment Argument in Capital Murder Cases
2003
Prosecutors Trials skills Course
CROSS-EXAMINATION
2002
Prosecutors Trials Skills Course
Cross-Examination
2001
Prosecutors Trials Skills Course
Cross-Examination
2000
Prosecuotrs Trials Skills Course
Cross-Examination
1999
Trial Skills Course
Case Preparation
1999
Prosecutors Trials Skills Course
Closing Argument