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Emily Andrea Shelton
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Biography
Emily Shelton is a seventh generation Texan. After getting her Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice at Texas State University, she graduated for the University of Houston Law Center.
Since that time, she has handled over a thousand cases.
Emily Shelton has worked at three District Attorney’s offices in Texas. She was an intern in Harris and Travis (Austin) Counties during law school. She then went on to be a felony prosecutor for the Midland County District Attorney’s office. This experience has given her a valuable insight into how the other side thinks and operates.
She opened her own practice in 2009.
She only practices criminal law. This means she is more knowledgeable about criminal law than other attorneys who practice in multiple areas.
She handles all level of offenses, and has experience with everything from marijuana to murder.
She specializes in violent and sexual offenses.
She is a born trial attorney. Jurors love her, and she has great presence in the courtroom.
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Licensed in Texas for 17 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2008
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Shelton Law Firm
405 Main, Suite 602, Houston, TX, 77002
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Emily Andrea Shelton's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | June 24, 2022 | Lawsuits & Disputes
The best
She was was simply the best easy to contact worked on my case consistently and got me the outcome I was looking for
Posted by anonymous | October 06, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Emily is the BEST Hands down
Hiring Emily was is the best choice I ever made. She fought for me and won, and get my property back to me. Emily is the sweetest, kindest person you could ever come across. She is genuine and honest, she will fight for you and never give up till the fight is done. She gave me life tips and assured m...
Posted by Valerie | September 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
I would definitely recommend Emily Shelton to anybody that needs their case taken care of
Emily Shelton is an awesome lawyer she handled our case with care she she got her case dismissed she works with you and she'll do whatever she can to get good results out of her cases thank you so much Emily showed him for your service.. couldn't be happier with the results thank you Jehovah
Posted by Deisy | December 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Couldn't have asked for another Attorney!
Emily Shelton was very tentative with my brother's case and answered all the questions my family had for her. We received great news about his case but was honest about what could happen at court. We are very happy with the results and would recommend her to everyone who needs an attorney. Thank you!...
Posted by Don | October 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great attorney!
We couldn't have asked for a better lawyer. She got both of my cases dismissed, She is always available to answer her phone to discuss the case. She was honest about the case and with the possible out comes, and worked hard to do what she said she could do, and got the job done..
Emily Andrea Shelton's Lawyer Endorsements
"Emily is a fantastic attorney and a trusted colleague. Her advice is worth its weight in gold. Her courtroom demeanor, respect in the community, and professionalism are all outstanding. Her handling of clients and empathy for them are apparent in every interaction. Her legal knowledge is excellent. She truly knows what she’s doing. Any client would be lucky to have Attorney Emily Shelton represent them, no matter the alleged crime, and any attorney would be lucky to have her on their team."
"Hard charging and thorough lawyer. Only person I would hire if I needed a criminal defense lawyer in the Houston area."
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Experience
Honors
2023
Mentor of the Year, Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Solo Practicioner, The Shelton Law Firm
2009 - 2009
Prosecuting Attorney, Midland County District Attorney's Office
2007 - 2007
Legal Research Fellow, Center for Children Law and Policy
2007 - 2008
Interim Professor, University Of Houston Law Center
2006 - 2006
Legal Intern, Harris County Da Office
2005 - 2005
Legal Intern, Travis County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2021 - Present
Texas Bar CollegeMember
2009 - Present
Harris County Criminal Lawyers AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2008 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
Education
2008
University Of Houston
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
Texas State
Criminal Justice
1998
Lamar High School
High School Diploma
Speaking Engagements
2022
2022
Online CLE
Eyewitness Expert Testimony
2020
South Texas Midwinter Seminar
Investigating Criminal Cases
2019
Monthly Seminar
Practical Tips for Private Investigators Handling Criminal Cases
2013
Weekly CLE
Handling Sexual Assault Cases
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers