Shawn Brown

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Shawn Brown

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Antonio, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime

540 South Saint Marys Street, San Antonio, TX

About Shawn

Biography

The first move after a wrong move is a first step in the right direction. Presione aquí para Español

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

Voted best in San Antonio for federal and state criminal defense law by peers 4 years running. Criminal lawyer practice area are drug possession, trafficking, theft, fraud, sex crimes, white collar, dwi, dui, and more.

26 years | 6,238 cases

60%
DUI and DWI 25%

Voted best in San Antonio for DWI and DUI criminal defense law by peers 4 years running. Criminal lawyer practice area are drug possession, trafficking, theft, fraud, sex crimes, white collar, dwi, dui, and more.

26 years | 6,439 cases

25%
Federal Crime 15%

Voted best in San Antonio for federal criminal defense law by peers 4 years running. Criminal lawyer practice area are drug possession, trafficking, theft, fraud, sex crimes, white collar, dwi, dui, and more.

26 years | 4,238 cases

15%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2023 2015

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 26 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1999

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office Of Shawn C Brown Attorney

540 South Saint Marys Street, San Antonio, TX, 78205

www.shawnbrownlaw.com

Online Presence

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Shawn Brown's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

51 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jan | October 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Great experience!

Please let me express my sincere gratitude for all your help. Analisa was kind, compassionate, and always informative. This is definitely a time for thanks and relief.

Posted by Xavier | August 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Dismissed

I would like to personally extend my gratitude to Shawn Brown due to how effective and efficient he was. Upon meeting him, I respected the fact that he listened to me and my case, paying attention to the details I provided him. Shawn was able to get my case dismissed within rapid fashion. My cas...e was considered "High Profile" to which it should have taken 8 months to 1 year minimum if not more to be handled. Shawn was able to get this done in 2 months which speaks volumes about his experience. I am thankful for his knowledge and expertise on navigating the complex field of the legal system. I would say for anyone that is looking for elite representation, this is the man and firm to go to.

Posted by Donna | August 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Excellent law firm to deal with

Shawn Brown handled a car accident case for us. We were hit by a negligent driver. From beginning to end him and his office staff were very professional and informative. He was able to get us a substantial payout that helped with expenses. I would definitely recommend using this law firm!

Posted by Megan | January 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Powerhouse attorney

Shawn Brown far surpasses any attorney in town. Shawn was highly recommended me years back for a 2nd DWI and was very pleased with the results. No jail time. This past year I had a serious work related injury ( broken femur) and called Shawn from the hospital. Immediately his amazing tean Rosi...e and Gina got the ball rolling. Their level of professionalism and compassion exceeded my expectations. They took care of everything and their main concern was my health and well being. They handled all the paperwork and stress and the end result was a large settlement. Thanks to Shawn Brown and his teams’s dedication and knowledge I am happily back to work. He truly is a jack of all trades.

Posted by Ronald | October 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney

In trouble with the Law? Law office of Shawn is here to help you!

Plain Simple: I want to personally show my gratitude of appreciation, and thank the Law Office of Shawn for the help they provided all along. In times of desperation and low hopes, I was able to keep calm thanks to the help of these professional individuals. I also want to say how lucky I am t...o have found the perfect team to have had by my side with legal matters. Analisa, Bryan, and the whole Shawn Brown Law firm saved my career. Couldn’t be more happy with the results we got, I will always be very grateful for it!

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Shawn Brown's Lawyer Endorsements

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Bryan Orihel

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ruben Montoya

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Other

"In the criminal defense field I would highly recommend Shawn. He will protect your interest and will pursue all avenues within the law to protect them."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Erick Platten

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shawn is a lawyer that truly cares about his clients and goes the extra mile to ensure that he has done everything he can do to protect their rights. Shawn is an asset to the legal community and I'm more than happy to endorse his work."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Top DUI/DWI Lawyer, Scene in SA Magazine

2022

Top Criminal Defense Lawyer, Scene in SA Magazine

2022

Best Lawyer in San Antonio, Scene in SA Magazine

2022

Top DUI/DWI Lawyer, Scene in SA Magazine

2021

Best Lawyer in San Antonio, Scene in SA Magazine

2020

Top DUI/DWI San Antonio Lawyer, Scene in SA Magazine

2019

Best Lawyer in San Antonio, Scene in SA Magazine

2018

10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2018

Best Lawyer in San Antonio, Scene in SA Magazine

2017

Best Criminal Attorney, S.A. Scene

2016

10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2016

Best Criminal Attorney, S.A. Scene

2015

10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2015

Best Criminal Attorney, S.A. Scene

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Best Crimnal Attorney, S.A. Scene

2013

Best Criminal Attorney, S.A. Scene

2012

Best Criminal Attorney, S.A. Scene

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Founder/Owner, Law Office of Shawn C. Brown, P.C.

1998 - 1999

Clerk, Judge Cheryl Hardy

Associations

2001 - Present

San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2001 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Member

Education

1999

Texas Wesleyan University School of Law

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

1995

Texas A&M University, College Station

BS - Bachelor of Science

Publications

Languages

Spanish

English

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