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

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Dee | August 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

The Law Firm of Shawn C. Brown is PRICELESS

I am extremely grateful and pleased with ALL of the work, expertise and passion that I received from the Law Firm of Shawn C. Brown. The professional and skilled efforts by Shawn, Analisa, and Debbie on my personal injury case resulted in a successful resolution and exceeded my expectations. As a...n expert Team, they each worked extremely hard to get the at-fault driver's insurance company, Progressive Insurance Company, to compensate me for my injuries. The Team successfully recovered additional money for me under my Personal Injury Protection coverage on my USAA policy. Additionally, they were able to get my chiropractic bill significantly reduced which allowed me to take home even more money than originally expected. My decision to trust the Law Firm of Shawn C. Brown to assist and support me with my case and to pick up the pieces from my prior attorney's work proved to be priceless. The Team successfully negotiated with the prior firm to drop the interest they claimed to have in my case which resulted in my recovery to be maximized. Thank you again to Shawn, Analisa, and Debbie! I will never forget what you all did for me. With sincerest of gratitude, Dee

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 Brad | September 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Exceptional Legal Expertise and Compassionate Advocacy

I recently had the privilege of working with Shawn Brown as my criminal defense attorney, and I cannot recommend their services (inc Bryan) highly enough. From the initial consultation to the resolution of my case, Shawn demonstrated an unparalleled level of legal expertise and a genuine commitment ...to my well-being. Shawn possesses an in-depth understanding of criminal law, and his strategic approach to my case was nothing short of remarkable. They navigated the complexities of my situation with confidence and precision, consistently keeping me informed and involved in the process. What truly sets Shawn and Bryan apart is their unwavering dedication to their clients. They took the time to listen attentively, ensuring they fully grasped the nuances of my case. This level of compassion and empathy made me feel supported throughout an undoubtedly stressful period. Furthermore, Shawn exhibited exceptional communication skills. They both explained complex legal concepts in a clear and accessible manner, empowering me to make informed decisions along the way. Their responsiveness to my inquiries and updates on the progress of my case provided reassurance and peace of mind. Ultimately, they secured the best possible outcome for my situation, a testament to their formidable advocacy skills and exhaustive preparation. I am immensely grateful for their outstanding representation and would wholeheartedly recommend Shawn Brown to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney. He is a consummate professional who combines legal acumen with genuine compassion. Their dedication to their clients and impressive track record make them an invaluable asset in any legal situation. If you are seeking an attorney who will go above and beyond to fight for and protect your rights, Shawn Brown is the clear choice.

Posted by Jeff | February 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Hands down, one of the BEST IN SA!!

OK, let me start by saying Shawn is a good friend that I went to high school with here in SA....that being said, I am giving him a completely unbiased review because he did such a damn good job on my case. After getting charged with a first DWI, I interviewed several attorneys & decided on Shawn...j...ust had a good feeling. In addition, having many good lawyer friends, they ALL had glowing things to say about him. I am quite familiar with lawyers with respect to the civil law arena & one thing I can tell you is many of them are flat out LAZY!! They love to take their money up front and don't do s***....that's not Shawn at all! In fact, he enjoys the battle going up against the opposition/prosecution...no lie! The problem with most lawyers once again is they like to pressure you to take the first deal the DA offers to get the case off their plate...not Shawn, he wants to WIN! After 2 years of back & forth...continuances, miscellaneous hearings, etc...he set it for trial. After conducting some thorough pre-trial discovery (which a lot of lawyers don't do) he was able to poke several holes in the DA's case. Then one day, right before trial was coming up, the judge said, "DA, you better get us the discovery the defendant has requested or this case is done!" The day came & they were not prepared....CASE DISMISSED folks! He's a bad ass lawyer guys, do yourself a favor a hire him, you won't regret it!

Posted by LindseyHardin | March 19, 2015 | Litigation

Couldn't ask for better

My experience with Mr. Brown has been nothing short of incredible. I hired him for a case that took two years to go to trial. In that time, Mr. Brown communicated with me regularly, was responsive to any questions or needs I had, was always well informed about the case and his professionalism was u...nparalleled. Mr. Brown's results speak for themselves. He took a case (my case) that even I did not think was winnable and was successful in getting the results we wanted. I cannot speak highly enough of Mr. Brown and his associates. I would recommend to anyone in need of a good and honest attorney.

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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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