John Weldon Shaw

John Weldon Shaw

also known as John W. Shaw

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Personal injury Lawyer at San Antonio, TX
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accident, Trucking Accident

4040 Broadway St., Ste. 515, San Antonio, TX

About John

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-45%


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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 18 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2007

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of John W. Shaw, PLLC

4040 Broadway St., Ste. 515, San Antonio, TX, 78209

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John Weldon Shaw's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by Vanessa | October 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Highly Recommend John Shaw

John Shaw was of great help to me during an unanticipated deposition. I would highly recommend him for any similar needs.

John Shaw

Replied last October 14, 2022

Thank you so much for your kind review, Vanessa. It was a pleasure to have been of service to you. Sincerely, - John

Posted by Jim | July 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Client

Mr. Shaw was professional and engaged. He guided our case to a great settlement, despite the impact COVID-19 had on the court system. He kept us informed and his advice and advocacy were outstanding. Highly recommend him to anyone who has been in an auto accident.

Posted by Aaron Green | July 25, 2015 | Consumer Protection

Very professional, very prompt resolution

Mr. Shaw handled a matter for me in which an auto repair facility refused to reimburse me for additional expenses incurred when their original repair proved faulty. Without being overly verbose, the subsequent repair appeared unrelated to the work performed by the first shop, so in the interest of m...itigating damages, I took my vehicle to a second shop much nearer to my home. After diagnosis from the second facility, it was determined that the repair was indeed related to work performed by the first shop. I presented the bill and they refused any compensation whatsoever. Mr. Shaw sent a demand letter outlining my the nature of my complaint, as well as what it would take to resolve the matter to my satisfaction. Within two weeks of the mailing of that letter, the shop reimbursed me in full and I was not required to pursue the matter any further. The service I received was professional, timely, and obviously highly effective.

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John Weldon Shaw's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tennessee Walker

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"John's compassion for his clients is rare and sets him apart from most personal injury attorneys. Representing those who are injured is not just a job for John, it is a passion. He is truly devoted to fighting for justice."

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W. Travis Patterson

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"Great lawyer. Very passionate about helping each and every one of our clients - no matter what. He's committed to what he does."

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Rebecca Eaton

Litigation lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. John is a highly experienced litigator who will go the extra mile for his clients. John is also very active in the legal community. I highly recommend John."

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Cody Cofer

Litigation lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is a leader in the Tarrant County legal community. He is a top quality advocate. His clients are in good hands, and if you're on the other side of a dispute...watch out. I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Greer

Litigation lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Derrick Elliott

General practice lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"John is an excellent lawyer who puts his client's interests above all. A diligent advocate who does not give in or give up. I have personally seen him take on projects and additional work knowing that the only additional compensation would be a thank you from the clients. I highly recommend John."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2017

Top Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2016

Top Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2015

Top Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2014

Top Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2013

AV Preeminent 4.8 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2012

Top Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2011

Top Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2010

Top Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2009

Certificate of Recognition for Outstanding Advocacy, State Bar of Texas, Poverty Law Section

2009

Top Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Owner/Managing Attorney, Law Office of John W. Shaw, PLLC

2016 - 2019

Trial Attorney, Patterson Law Group

2016 - 2016

Attorney, Parker Law Firm

2012 - 2015

Associate Attorney, Whitaker Chalk Swindle & Schwartz PLLC

2010 - 2012

Supervising Attorney, Project HIRED, Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas

2007 - 2010

Staff Attorney, Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas

Associations

2016 - Present

Texas Legal Services Center

Chairman

2015 - Present

College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

2014 - Present

Texas Bar Foundation

Fellow

2011 - Present

Texas Legal Services Center

Board of Directors

2007 - Present

Tarrant County Bar Association

Member

2017 - 2018

Texas Young Lawyers Association

Chairman

2016 - 2017

Texas Young Lawyers Association

Chair Elect

2015 - 2015

Tarrant County Bar Association

Chair, Election Committee

2015 - 2015

Texas Young Lawyers Association

President-Elect Candidate

2014 - 2014

Tarrant County Bar Association

Chair Elect - Election Committee

2014 - 2015

Texas Young Lawyers Association

Treasurer

2013 - 2013

Fort Worth-Tarrant County Young Lawyers Association

Immediate Past President

2013 - 2015

The Ladder Alliance

Board of Directors

2013 - 2016

Eldon B. Mahon American Inn of Court

Barrister

2012 - 2012

Fort Worth-Tarrant County Young Lawyers Association

President-Elect

2012 - 2012

Fort Worth-Tarrant County Young Lawyers Association

President

2011 - 2012

State Bar of Texas, Poverty Law Section

Council Member

2011 - 2011

Fort Worth-Tarrant County Young Lawyers Association

Vice President

2011 - 2011

Fort Worth-Tarrant County Young Lawyers Association

Secretary

2011 - 2012

Tarrant County Bar Association

Judicial Evaluation Poll Committee, Member

2010 - 2010

Fort Worth-Tarrant County Young Lawyers Association

Treasurer

2009 - 2011

Eldon B. Mahon American Inn of Court

Associate

2009 - 2010

Fort Worth-Tarrant County Young Lawyers Association

Board Member

2007 - 2017

Fort Worth-Tarrant County Young Lawyers Association

Member

Education

2006

St. Marys University School of Law

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

Speaking Engagements

2013

City Club Lunch and Learn

Job Applicant + Your Hiring Practices = Civil Rights Violations or Other Illegal Acts

2012

Poverty Law Conference

Just because you fired me does not mean that I will not get unemployment benefits

2012

First Friday CLE

Expunctions and Nondisclosures as a Means to Reduce Employability Barriers

2011

Public Benefit and Health Law Task Force Meeting

Gonzales Et., V. Suehs, A Status Update on Pending Litigation

2011

2011 Poverty Law Conference

Collateral Consequences of Arrest, Deferred Adjudication and Conviction on Future Employability

2010

First Friday CLE

What Legal Aid Attorney's Should Know About Food Stamps and Litigating for Systemic Change

2009

Annual Meeting

Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas, An Update

Publications

2013

Texas Young Lawyers Association eNews Texas Uniform Trade Secrets Act

2013

Texas Young Lawyers Association eNews Editors Column

2012

Texas Young Lawyers Association eNews Young Lawyer Spotlight

2006

The San Antonio Defender Texas Drivers Responsibility Program and Its Unintended and/or Non-Contemplated Consequences: A Critical Analysis of Chapter 708 of the Texas Transportation Code

Languages

English

Activity

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