R. Shane McFarland

R. Shane McFarland

also known as Robert Shane McFarland

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 27 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Austin, TX
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

1800 Rio Grande St., Austin, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 27 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1999

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

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R. Shane McFarland, P.C.

1800 Rio Grande St., Austin, TX, 78701

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R. Shane McFarland's Reviews

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17 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 7 of 7 reviews | Family

Posted by DMS | January 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Hard working, honest, and extremely straight forward!

I was referred to R. Shane McFarland from another attorney in 2011. I scheduled an appointment and stated my case to him. The case was about child custody. Shane and his team immediately started requesting information to to build a strong defense. His Paralegal, Michelle Iglesias was a great help i...n this process and easily answered the majority of my question. I was extremely impressed with the level of communication. Mr. McFarland was able to aid me in settling out of court and got me a positive resolution that I could at least work with going forward. I called upon the services of R. Shane McFarland once again in January 2017. This time to clarify a detail of the original order. With the same urgency and attention to detail, Mr. McFarland, Michelle, and team got to work. Everything was handled in a quick and timely manner. I couldn't have asked for more composure and professionalism. The detail was in fact clarified and once again I am able to move on. During these stressful times, Shane and Michelle were able to explain legalities and procedures in a calming demeanor. I will say one last thing, the key to successful representation is 100% honesty and hard work on the clients part. If and when I need legal help or advice concerning family law in the future, I will be contacting R. Shane McFarland.

Posted by Wayne | March 18, 2013 | Family

Mr McFarland has my complete trust.

Mr McFarland is an excellent attorney, with the utmost in integrity. I have complete satisfaction with his work and that of his staff. He has represented me for over a decade in an ongoing, highly confrontational case, and he has constantly worked to defuse the drama and grief brought on by an adve...rsarial system. Both he and his paralegal are easily accessible, and are excellent at bringing understanding and order to this chaos, and helping his clients gain an understanding and confidence with the process. Mr McFarland's gifts not only include a genuine dedication to his clients, but a pragmatic sense of what can be accomplished, where to compromise, and where to stand your ground. Mr McFarland treats all parties with respect and dignity, and it is clear that Mr McFarland has the respect of his peers in this field of law, which also works to reduce conflict and achieve workable solutions. In fact, Mr McFarland demonstrated a knack for finding mutually acceptable alternatives, not only with a highly adversarial party, but with the many other parties involved in family law disputes, such as Guardians ad Litem, visitation coordinators, doctors, counselors, and CPS and the police. When discussing my experience in family court with others that have been through the divorce process, it is clear that Mr McFarland has consistently had my best interests at heart.

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R. Shane McFarland's Lawyer Endorsements

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Cicily Simms

Family lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. McFarland has earned a sterling reputation as a tough, fair attorney who finds the best solutions for his clients and their families. He is always a pleasure to work with."

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Kathryn Burnstein

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is smart, protects the interests of his clients vigorously, and he has a good sense of humor (useful in tense situations)."

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Hilton Moore

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Shane for most of my years in practice, and he is professional, thorough, and works hard for his clients."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Robert. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Travis Turner

Family lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Walters

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Shane is smart, dedicated and loyal to his clients."

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Andrea St Leger

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Shane is an experienced, knowledgeable lawyer who is very respectful of his clients, their families and their finances. He consistently works hard to find creative solutions in an efficient manner. He will litigate the case effectively if settlement efforts fail. I have tried cases against him, and mediated cases for him."

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Cicily Simms

Family lawyer

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Hilton Moore

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Brian Walters

Family lawyer

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Andrea St Leger

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2004

Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

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Public Service Award, Austin Young Lawyers Association

N/A

Pro Bono Award, Travis County Volunteer Legal Service

Associations

2008 - Present

Hague Convention Attorney Network

Member

2004 - Present

Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists

State Bar of Texas

Member

Travis County Bar Association

Member

Austin Collaborative Family Lawyers

Member

Collaborative Law Institute of Texas

Member

2016 - 2016

Austin Bar Association

President

2011 - 2016

Austin Bar Association

Board of Directors

Education

1998

University of Texas School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Rice University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Austin Bar Association

Intersection of Criminal Law and Family Law

2016

Divorce Basics Seminar

Child Custody Proceedings and Judge's Panel

Languages

English

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