Brody Young Shanklin

Brody Young Shanklin

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 25 years

Family Lawyer at Denton, TX
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Litigation

1512 East McKinney, Suite 101, Denton, TX

About Brody

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 50%

20 years

50%
Litigation 10%

26 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 25 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2000

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Harris Cook, LLP

1512 East McKinney, Suite 101, Denton, TX, 76209

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Brody Young Shanklin's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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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...ined each process to me. Mr. Shanklin is highly professional and proficient in the court room. You want the best on your side and he is the one you want.

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 ...him. He was very well prepared for trial. If, heaven forbid, I need legal defense again, I will call Brody.

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...ence and a sense of relief that I had found the right lawyer. He did not dissapoint me. Brody was very knowledgeable with the law and asked lots of questions. He kept me advised every step of the way. He was dilligent to represent us at all court appearances. When the time came for court in which all attorneys and clients were to be there, I felt completely confident in Brody's ability to represent our interest to the judge and ask the right questions to the other parties involved. Honestly, it couldn't have been handled better. Brody is very personable and helped make my experience with the child custody court system as pleasant as possible. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM. Thanks Brody!

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... opinion, a rare talent. He holds a highly regarded reputation amongst the family judges in Denton. Brody's level of integrity have earned him 2 solid wins for both my child custody cases.....simply put, he is the absolute best.

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Brody Young Shanklin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kimberly Newcomer-Fitzpatrick

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!"

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Brody. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Jill O'Connell

Family lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brody has a great combination of knowledge of the law, compassion and reason - I endorse this lawyer."

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James Abel

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Brian Tackett

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brody is an excellent lawyer. His energy and work ethic are second to none. I would have no hesitation in referring cases to Brody."

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David Cook

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"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"

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Kimberly Shanklin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent trial attorney!"

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Stephen Karns

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Dina Steele

Family lawyer

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James Abel

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kimberly Newcomer-Fitzpatrick

General practice lawyer

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Gina Hill

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Cook

Family lawyer

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Kimberly Shanklin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stephen Karns

Military law lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2004

The Army Commendation Medal, Department of the Army

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Attorney, Harris Cook, LLP

2001 - 2007

Assistant District Attorney, Denton County Criminal District Attorneys Office

Associations

2007 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2001 - Present

Denton County Bar Association

2000 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Burchard

No Guilty

Pyles v. McAden

Client won Judgment

State v. Fleber

Not Guilty

State v. Moree

Motion to Suppress Granted and Dismissed

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Education

2000

Texas Wesleyan University

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Stephen F. Austin State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

Texas District and County Clerk's Association Annual Meeting

Sub-par employee performance

Publications

2006

Requests to Withhold Investigative Information Open Records Request to Attorney General

Languages

English

Activity

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