Ted was born and raised in Dallas‚ Texas. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Justice Studies from Arizona State University‚ in Tempe‚ Arizona in 1988. While at Arizona State‚ Ted interned at the Arizona Attorney General’s Office‚ participating in criminal investigations‚ and the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office‚ working with both misdemeanor and felony attorneys while assisting in their criminal cases.
In 1992‚ Ted received his law degree from the University of Tulsa.
After becoming licensed in the fall of 1992‚ he began practicing criminal law in Dallas County. As his practice grew‚ he began to handle cases throughout north Texas‚ spreading to west Texas‚ San Antonio‚ Houston and Oklahoma‚ and today continues to practice criminal law throughout the southwestern United States.
Since he began practicing law in 1992‚ Ted has handled over 4000 criminal cases‚ and has tried more than 100 felony jury trials‚ trying everything from D.W.I.s to highly publicized serial rape cases. Ted has earned not guilty verdicts in cases ranging from misdemeanor evading arrest to 1st degree murder.
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705 Ross Ave, Dallas, TX, 75202-2007
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Posted by AH | December 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Mr. Shoemaker
I was going through a very hard time with this case and at times didn’t always do what was asked in a timely fashion. Mr. Shoemaker never gave up on me or my case. In the beginning, he mentioned dismissal and I was very skeptical. But here I am today, free of this case (dismissal). Mr. Shoemaker has ...
Posted by J | October 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime
Best Lawyer in Dallas!
Mr. Shoemaker is hands down the best criminal attorney in Dallas TX! I recently caught 4 felony’s that I really was not guilty of but knowing the system I didn’t know how I can prove it. Then I spoke to Mr. shoemaker and after giving me story he said he can have these 4 felony drug charges probably...
Posted by Rhonda | September 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Representation
Mr. Shoemaker knows his way around the Dallas courts, he works tirelessly for his clients. His know-how and skill based on the law has greatly assisted my husband with his charges. When other attorneys said it couldn't be done, Mr. Shoemaker showed that not only that it can be done, he showed that he...
"Ted is a skilled, caring and professional attorney. He is an experienced and highly competent trial attorney in both state and federal court. I have personally worked with Ted and find him to be one of the best criminal attorneys I have worked with in my practice. A definite must call for any criminal matter."
"I have known Mr. Shoemaker for over a decade and the entire time he has been on the opposing side. He fights vigorously for his clients and works tirelessly on their behalf. He is a professional at the negotiation table and an advocate in the courtroom. He doesn't back down from a fight. I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Shoemaker."
"Ted Shoemaker has been practicing criminal defense law for over 20 years. He has tried numerous cases in both state and federal courts. He is an excellent attorney and zealous advocate for his clients. I have referred many clients to Mr. Shoemaker and he always exhibits the utmost in professionalism. I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Shoemaker."
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1992 - 2016
Attorney, Law Office of Edward (Ted) Shoemaker
1992 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
1992
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1988
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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