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John S. Young
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John Young, Board Certified Criminal Defense Attorney, represents folks being investigated for or accused of criminal conduct in state and Federal Courts across West Texas. From his offices in Sweetwater, San Angelo and Abilene, John maintains an active trial practice fighting the fight for those who, for whatever reason, cannot fight for themselves. When your life, liberty and family are on the line, John's tenacious advocacy will insure a level playing field for you and your family.
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Licensed in Texas for 37 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1988
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021
Location
Law Offices of John S. Young, P.C.
105 East Third Street, Post Office Box 868, Sweetwater, TX, 79556-0868
Law Offices of John S. Young, P.C.
202 Beauregard, Suite A, San Angelo, TX, 76903-5884
Law Offices John S. Young, P.C.
1057 South Third, Abilene, TX, 79602
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Posted by anonymous | March 11, 2009 | Business
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Mr Young took the time to review the information I gave him. He was very thourgh and addressed all of the issues in question. He gave me good information and good advice. Mr Young has a great attention to detail. Thanks to him my business was conducted in a timely manner.
John S. Young's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"John is very knowledgeable and a skilled criminal defense attorney. I have found him to be very passionate about his work and helping his clients. He gets results. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer.john is a true fighter, he always fights for his clients and never gives an inch when he believes in a cause. John is one the best trial lawyers i have seen."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.
Resignation in Lieu of Discipline issued in TX, 2021
updated on 07/20/2021This means the attorney resigned in order to avoid being disbarred. "Disbarment" is the most serious penalty for a lawyer.
Interlocutory Suspension issued in TX, 2018
updated on 06/05/2018Interlocutory suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice while appealing an unrelated, but serious, criminal conviction. If the conviction is upheld the attorney will be disbarred.
Honors
1998
Board Certified - Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Work Experience
1997 - Present
Lawyer, Law Offices of John S. Young, P.C.
Associations
2003 - Present
Concho Valley Criminal Defense Lawyer’s AssociationMember
2002 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationDirector
2002 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
2002 - Present
Criminal Defense LawyerMember
1998 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1995 - Present
Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
1994 - Present
Lubbock Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
1991 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2004 - 2005
Educational Institute Executive CommitteeMember
2002 - 2002
State Bar of Texas, Grievance CommitteeChairman
2000 - 2002
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationAssociate Director
Education
1988
Texas Tech University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
University of Texas, Austin
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2004
Criminal Defense Trial Advocacy Training
Avoiding the grievance Before it is Filed: A New Perspective on the Attorney Client Relationship
2003
Legal and Forensic Issues in Child Abuse Cases Seminar
What Every Criminal Practitioner Should Know About Sexual Assault Examinations
2003
Evidence for the 21st Century Seminar
Articles IX and X, Texas Rules of Evidence
2001
Attacking Forensic Evidence and Child Abuse Allegations Seminar
Attacking Sexual Abuse Examinations
N/A
CDLP Hits the Beach Practice Seminar
Final Arguments
Publications
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Trial Tactics: Final Argument; Trial of Child Sex Cases; Attacking Sexual Abuse Examinations; Evidence and Ethics
Various Papers for presentation at CLE seminars
Languages
Spanish
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