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One of the most rewarding aspects of my work is when I can take on a hostile divorce situation and work through it in an amicable fashion, particularly when there are children involved,” said Shanklin. “These are situations when the parties are somewhat hostile when they start the process, but are working together for the mutual benefit of their family members by the time we finish.
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Acquired: 2000
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1512 East McKinney, Suite 101, Denton, TX, 76209
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Posted by Chrisa | September 23, 2013 | Family
Best in the county, highly recommend
Mr. Shanklin is the best of the best. He is extremely knowledgable about family law/custody but more importantly he is compassionate. He took on my case with almost no notice and we had positive results. I would highly recommend him as your counsel. He is very upfront and sincere and thoroughly expla...
Posted by Max | October 18, 2011 | Criminal Defense
Highly Recommended
Brody did an amazing job getting me through the entire legal process. He was honest, extremely knowledgeable and effective. I was satisfied with his work up to the trial. When we went to trial, I became a fan. He was extremely sharp and professional. The prosecution team looked like amateurs next to ...
Posted by Doug | August 10, 2011 | Child Custody
Brody's great
I unexpectedly was in need of a child custody lawyer when I came across Brody. He was not the first lawyer I talked to but he was the one I chose. On our first meeting he discussed his background and it fit in perfectly with a situation in my case. His military background and demeaner gave me confid...
Posted by anonymous | June 07, 2011 | Child Custody
Honesty and Integrity
Brody was always accessible or returned my calls within 24 hours. He was also completely honest in whichever direction my custody case(s) could turn, always remaining focused on realistic resolution(s). His courtroom skills are outstanding, he has the ability to assess situations as they occur, in my...
Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 19
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Brody is a great lawyer! He is excellent in court and has a wonderful reputation. He works very hard for his clients! He is very attentive and works hard to get his clients great results!"
"Brody has a great combination of knowledge of the law, compassion and reason - I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brody is a really smart and agressive attorney. As a former cop he knows how to attack the arrest and investigation of any offense, and as a former prosecutor he knows how to attack the state's case in court."
"Brody is an excellent lawyer. His energy and work ethic are second to none. I would have no hesitation in referring cases to Brody."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have personally known Brody for over 20 years and have worked with him for more than 5 years. Brody is an excellent attorney and litigator. I give him my highest endorsement. With his past experience including law enforcement, military service, and many years as an Assistant District Attorney, if you choose Brody Shanklin as your attorney, you will be happy with your selection. David Cook"
"I am very pleased to give Brody my highest endorsement. I have known Brody for over seven years from the days when we served together in the U.S. Army JAG Corps. Brody is well-respected by his colleagues and appreciated by his clients. I would trust him with the most difficult of cases because I am familiar with the great results he gets for his clients. He is a smart, professional attorney and because of that he gets my unqualified endorsement."
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Military law lawyer
2004
The Army Commendation Medal, Department of the Army
2007 - Present
Attorney, Harris Cook, LLP
2001 - 2007
Assistant District Attorney, Denton County Criminal District Attorneys Office
2007 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2001 - Present
Denton County Bar Association
2000 - Present
State Bar of Texas
No Guilty
Client won Judgment
Not Guilty
Motion to Suppress Granted and Dismissed
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2011
Sub-par employee performance
2006
English
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