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Joshua Paul Shelton
About Joshua
Biography
Specialties
The Shelton Law Firm is comprised of extremely experienced and knowledgable attorneys in the fields of Corporate Law, Business Law, Real Estate Law, Contract Law, and Criminal Law
History
Established in 2008
The Shelton Law firm has grown from humble beginnings rooted in business/corporate formation, business strategies, contract formation, and breach of contract claims. Mr. Shelton has extensive experience with all areas of corporate law, contract law, and business law. Currently acting as In-House Counsel for several large corporate clients, Mr. Shelton and his exceptional legal team continue to help consult businesses in pursuit of increased profitability and decreased liability.
With extensive experience in the entertainment industry, and a roster of clients including several award winning musicians and actors, Mr. Shelton is well-known for facilitating and finalizing endorsement contracts, licensing agreements, and production agreements.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Business
50%
19 years | 40 cases
Corporate and Incorporation
50%
19 years | 78 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in California for 17 years
State: California
Acquired: 2008
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Location
The Shelton Law Firm
4000 MacArthur Blvd., Suite 600 East Tower, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
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Joshua Paul Shelton's Reviews
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Posted by Andres | September 29, 2013 | DUI & DWI
Josh is honest, trustworthy, and hard working.
Overall, I am very pleased with Mr. Shelton. A few months ago I was arrested for a DUI and clearly, my BAC was over the legal limit. Joshua Shelton, being the professional and expert in his field always kept me updated with any court dates and outcomes. He was also very understanding when I was unde...
Posted by David | December 03, 2012 | Criminal Defense
DUI Avoided
Mr. Shelton guided me through my DUI experience and was able to have the charges reduced. His professional attitude and personable nature were priceless to me when I was in need of help. Mr. Shelton's proactive work ethic was comforting in a time of uncertainty. It was clear that Mr. Shelton was the ...
Posted by anonymous | December 02, 2012 | DUI & DWI
Honest from the beginning, Hard working till the end!
I retained Mr. Shelton a while ago for help with a DUI charge in Newport Beach. At the time, he was working with another firm, and they were among very few I was considering. In the end, it was the confidence that I had in him, as well as the team he had built around him that me me choose to have h...
Posted by Larry | November 27, 2012 | DUI & DWI
Always available to talk!
I met with Mr. Shelton in his Newport Beach office after receiving my 1st DUI. I am a professional man, and travel a lot for business, so communication with my lawyer was a big concern. Based on my past experiences with lawyers, they just never seem to be available to take or return my calls. Mr. ...
Joshua Paul Shelton's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer.Since beginning to work with Josh over 1 3/4 years ago, I could see the amazing grasp he has on the law and the knowledgeable methed of handling clients, guiding them effortlessly through the system. He soaks up small and large legal concepts like a sponge and uses them back at the prosecution to bring forth amazing results"
"I endorse this lawyer. His attention to detail and professionalism is unparalleled. I've worked with him on several matters and found his knowledge of the law and professional acumen to exemplary."
"I highly endorse Mr. Shelton. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help."
"Josh is a fantastic lawyer. He is dedicated to his clients and gets great results for them. Highly recommended."
"I have worked closely with Josh on cases in both Federal and State jurisdictions. I have come to admire his aggressiveness and tactical skill. I consider him a valuable asset as part of any legal defense. Josh has a reputation for excellent client communication skills as well. His ability to explain complicated legal situations in plain English helps his clients feel comfortable at every stage of the process. I endorse Josh without reservation."
"I endorse Mr. Shelton. As evidenced by the number of questions he has answered on Avvo, he has a great understanding of the law. One can deduce through his many work experiences that he is a stellar attorney."
"I've ready many of Mr. Shelton's responses to questions on AVVO. His responses are knowledgeable and concise, and he is a valuable contributor to the legal community. I endorse Mr. Shelton without hesitation."
"Josh is a great attorney who really cares about his clients and takes the time to explain to them every step of the legal process. I highly recommend retaining Mr. Shelton for your criminal attorney needs."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked for and with Josh Shelton for several year in the area of criminal defense. Josh is professional and knowledgeable in the law. I can absolutely say that Josh serves the best interest of his clients and will work hard for them."
"Mr. Shelton is a caring DUI defense attorney who will do everything that needs to be done on a case. He is a skilled DUI attorney who takes the time to explain the case to his clients. He is willing to go the extra mile to get the best result. I highly recommend this lawyer."
"I endorse Attorney Shelton. From his answers and time on Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving those in need and his clients. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community, for free, and I applaud him for doing it to such a great level. Kudos."
"I have worked with Mr. Shelton for over 2 years and have found him to be extremely knowledgeable and experienced. He has proven himself to be one of the most professional and ethical attorneys I have ever worked with."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Josh for a few years and would recommend him highly. He pays attnetion to detail and has skills that benefit his clients."
"If any of my clients need representation in litigation involving real estate related issues, there is no hesitation - I refer them immediately to Mr. Shelton. His litigation skills and business prowess make the difficult choice of choosing a real estate attorney easy."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Josh knows how to handle cases from top to bottom. He is the client's lawyer. He takes his oath to support the Constitution and law of the United States and California very seriously. He also knows a prosecutor should never file a criminal charge or prosecute a case when the prosecutor personally believes the "defendant" to be innocent. He lives by the code requiring attorneys to "maintain inviolate the confidence, and at every peril to himself or herself to preserve the secrets, of his or her client.""
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Experience
Honors
2006
40hr Mediation Certificate of Completion, Loyola Law School: Center For Conflict Resolution
2005
Judicial Externship, Los Angeles Superior Court
2003
Deans List, USC
2002
Deans List, USC
2002
Scholarship - Half Tuition, USC
2002
Quater Tuition Schiolarship (USC), Haynes Foundation
2001
Quarter Tuition Scholarship (USC), Haynes Foundation
2001
Scholarship - Half Tuition, USC
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Owner, The Shelton Law Firm
2011 - 2012
Managing Attorney, Law Offices Of Lawrence Taylor
2008 - 2010
Director of Client Affairs, Liberty Bell Law Group
2006 - 2007
Legal Intern, International Creative Management (Icm)
2005 - 2006
Legal Intern, Los Angeles Superior Court
Associations
2012 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2012 - Present
California DUI Lawyers AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Beverly Hills Bar FoundationMember
2008 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2005 - 2007
Criminal Defense Lawyers ClubChair
2000 - 2002
Phi theta KappaChair
Sample of Legal Cases
Posession of Vicodin
No Jail Time, PC 1000 Alcohol Classes
Lil' E - Son of Eazy E
No Jail Time, reduced to one count, and released immediately.
Contract Dispute - $25,000 recovered
Settlement of $25,000
1st DUI - BAC .13% - Case Dismissed
Dismissed
1st DUI - BAC .09% - DUI Dismissed
DMV Won, DUI Dismissed
Education
N/A
Loyola Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
University of Southern California
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
H.O.P.E
Medicinal Marijuana laws and Penalties
2011
BreatheEasy Insurance Golf Tournament
SR22 Insurance and your DUI
Publications
2012
lawyers.com
Jenna Jameson Arrested after hitting Pole
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
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Q&A
Convoluted situation, but very basic first question re: out-of-state DWAI and DMV repercussions (NDR/Interstate Compact)
16 Jul 2013
Q&A
With a restricted license can you drive commercial trucks?
05 Dec 2012
Q&A
CA LVN charged with DUI, have not been convicted yet. What exactly need to report to the board?
04 Dec 2012