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%

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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 anonymous | March 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Great attorney and results

From the first time meeting Shawn I knew that I would be in good hands. Shawn was able to explain the whole process to me and put my mind at ease. He was very responsive to my questions and did a great job representing me. I won my case. I can't thank Shawn enough for saving my career! I would recomm...end Shawn to any prospective clients.

Posted by Davis M. | December 29, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Outstanding Service with Excellent Results

I don't have enough words to describe how amazing the experience with this attorney was. He worked very hard to make sure to have the best possible outcome. I could not have asked for better services. From the moment I first called until my case was over, I was at ease that I has made the right choic...e. He and his staff were very prompt in all correspondence and kept me informed every step of the way. Thank you again Shawn C. Brown!

Posted by carlos | November 08, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best in Texas!!

After being arrested and needing help. I immediately called Shawn C Brown. He posted bail we had our initial meeting and from that moment on I knew I was in good hands.. Mr Brown was polite, considerate, professional and treats you with respect! Through out the course of going to court and finally h...aving the option to take a plea or go to trial. We both agreed to take my dui case to trial.. WOW.... that's all I got to say...Mr. Brown was prepared authoritative and clearly spoken and to the point. Shawn shined like a bright light in the court room being soo prepared and having a great legal staff our artillery for the DA was effortless.. The Good Guys Won in this case. Yes I was able to walk out NOT GUILTY... that's because I had SHAWN C BROWN. ... please do yourself a favor and pick SHAWN C. BROWN as your Attorney.........

Posted by nic | May 28, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Against all odds

My alleged DWI occurred March 3, 2011 I was put into contact with Shawn through my uncle, which said if you want the best here's the guy. The district attorney waited 22 months after the date to charge me with a DWI. In between that time Shawn had already on my ALR license hearing. Fast forward anoth...er 28 months which is a total of 50 months after my alleged DWI and after several resets by the DA we are finally set for trial. I had my doubts as does any person given the broad circumstances of my case, however hearing in advance from my uncle and several friends who have uses Shawn I felt at ease. Constant communication throughout the process anytime I needed anything he was there to answer. Walking into court and actually witnessing him go to work reminded me of the "thrilla in manilla". Every point the DA tried to bring Shawn countered with careful calculation. We left the hearing expecting to be in trial at 1:30, when I arrived back at the office, the DA had dismissed the entire case. Biggest wait lifted off my back after over 4 years.

Posted by Vanessa | May 07, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great lawyer & I highly recommend him!

Shawn Brown did a great job defending me in court. My case took a year and a half to go to trial and throughout that time he explained everything thoroughly to me and was very quick to respond to any questions or concerns I may have had. Mr.Brown and his team payed very close attention to detail to ...the information regarding my case and I felt that Shawn Brown really fought for me in court. I was very pleased with his attorney services and am very lucky to have had him on my side. I would highly recommend Shawn Brown.

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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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