Shawn R. Roberts

Shawn R. Roberts

also known as “The Sheriff”, Trial Lawyer

5.0
Rating: 5.9

Licensed for 30 years

Drug Crime Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Drug Crime, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI ... +4 more

917 Franklin St., 4th Floor, Houston, TX

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2011
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About Shawn

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 1000-1500 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 30 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1995

Eligible to Practice in Texas

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2011

Location

Shawn R. Roberts Trial Lawyer PLLC

917 Franklin St., 4th Floor, Houston, TX, 77002

Shawn R. Roberts Trial Lawyer

2300 Avenue K, Bay City, TX, 77414

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Shawn R. Roberts's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

53 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Drug Crime

Posted by Jason Thompson | January 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

Satisfied client

I just wanna say this is the lawyer you want on your case. If your reading this and searching for a lawyer stop cause this is the one u want. I had 3 first degree felony drug charges. In a county that is known to b the most tuff to go against. Mr.Roberts was there to get me out of jail on all 3 char...ges and on a few occasions not even having half the bond money. Was there the same or next day. He worked with me on the rate that he charged. And after hiring him and hearing about his reputation he cut me a big break especially on 3 first class felonys and one FTA. He was God send let me tell u. A true blessing. I thought I was going to prison for sure especially having prior drug charges. Well I knew I had the right lawyer one day when I was in court good lawyers that I know of was coming up to Mr.Roberts and asking him for advice and instruction. That's when I truly knew I hired the right man. He got me what I wanted he kept me out of prison. He got 2 of the felonys dropped and also got the FTA dismissed and got me 5 years probation. Which was a lesser amount of time than I received on my first ever felony drug charge so I couldn't ask for more. He is the guy u want. He's there when u need him to be via person,phone or text he responds and value's your time and was always concerned about me and my family. He will always be the lawyer I run to when needed and I recommend him to anyone looking for a top notch lawyer. Thank you Shawn for everything

Posted by Steve | February 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

Great lawyer

When I met and hired Shawn it quickly became apparent that the man knew the law and more importantly how to apply it to my multiple felonies. What set him apart from other attorneys was his working relationships with the people in the courts. After hiring Shawn the felony drug charges I had in 1 coun...ty just went away! Hire this man!

Posted by Cathy | May 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

C.A.Steinbach

My son was facing a Felony charge for possession of marijuana in Texas. My son is young and has his life in front of him a felony charge would definitely challenge his future possibilities. He is a good kid that made a mistake. We were terrified. We had no experience with the law or what to do, Shaw...n met with my us. He explained what he thought he could do. His words felt sincere. He was understanding and concerned. My son's charge was dropped to a misdemeanor class B and hopefully sealed. I was skeptical after I read the internet stories...but I took a chance because he seemed genuine and Shawn did come through!

Posted by anonymous | May 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

Mr. Roberts

Shawn helped me with my POM Case of <2oz. Hey was very professional and seems to be a genuine person with a good head. He definitely wants the best for you and I would highly recommend him for your case

Posted by Seth | November 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

A life saver

I was arrested for a first degree felony drug charge along with a UCW. My cousin said that Shawn Roberts was back in Harris County and was taking cases again. I did hire him and while he was quite expensive, he was worth it! Initially the DA offered 6 years TDC! After he filed his motions and set it... for trial the district attorney dismissed the first degree felony. As a result, now I don't have a record and I can work offshore, vote etc. I went from being scared to death, certain I’d have a felony conviction if I didn’t go to prison.. until he told me that it was dismissed. I am so unbelievably fortunate and blessed and I feel a duty to help others with this review. There is no doubt that God used him to bless me and he was not like a normal good criminal defense attorney. Cocky. Arrogant , etc but from the beginning he gave all the credit for his results to God, and said the same exact thing when he told me it was dismissed. Furthermore Shawn treated me and my mom like family, and I'll always be grateful for him(I still stay in touch to this day and he’s always asking about my family and how I’m doing. He is a smooth operator in the court room and as smart a guy as known. He has the “it” factor. That said, his best attributes are his heart and his integrity/honesty. I recommend him to ANYONE in Texas who needs an experienced trial lawyer for the impossible case or a great criminal defense attorney that gets great plea bargains bc of his trial talents and bc he cares. Shawn Roberts is the best Trial Lawyer in Harris, Brazoria, and Ft Bend counties.

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Shawn R. Roberts's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Bleakney

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of winning some very difficult cases with Shawn on more than one occasion. He has proved himself to be one of the best criminal defense trial lawyers I have ever worked with."

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Mark Bennett

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shawn is an outstanding lawyer lawyer with a subversive intelligence and quick wit. Unfortunately, he ran into some personal difficulties a decade ago that took him out of the practice of law for a few years. Shawn is back now, though, and his experience with personal adversity gives him a deep empathy for his clients—people facing the worst adversities of their lives—that few lawyers can match."

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Robert Rice

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Mark Bennett

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  5.9 (Average)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2011.

Partially Probated Suspension issued in TX, 2011

updated on 03/21/2011

Partially Probated Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. When the attorney returns to practice, he or she will be on probation, meaning the State monitors the attorney's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2001

Trial Lawyer of the Year, Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Attorney, Shawn R. Roberts Trial Lawyer PLLC

Associations

2001 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Lifetime Member

1996 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Texas vs Naveed Mohammed

Mistrial-Hung Jury

State of Texas vs Chris Byrd

Not Guilty- Jury

State of Texas vs Nguyen

Cases dismissed

State of Texas vs Eddie Conley

Not Guilty

State of Texas vs George Walker

Not Guilty

State of Texas vs Jesse Lawrence

Not Guilty

State of Texas vs. Warren Castlie

Not guilty

State of Texas vs. Quentin Richardson

Jury Trial- Not Guilty on all counts. Wasn't even convicted of misdemeanor DWI

State of Texas vs Roger Mallory

Not Guilty-6 counts

State of TX vs Roger Mallory

Hung Jury - Directed Verdict 6 counts

State of Texas vs Brent Woodard

Not Guilty

State of Texas vs Brent Woodard

Not Guilty

State of Texas vs Brent Woodard

Not Guilty

State of Texas vs Edward Ruiz

Not Guilty

State of Texas vs. Jarret Mitchell

Hung jury- plead to 10 years and another 1st degree dismissed as result

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Education

1995

South Texas College of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Languages

English

Spanish

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