Douglas Lawrence Shaw

Douglas Lawrence Shaw

3.6
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 19 years

State, local, and municipal law Lawyer Practice Areas: State, Local And Municipal Law
This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Government Attorney
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2009
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Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 19 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 2006

Active in Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2009

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Douglas Lawrence Shaw's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.6 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | 5 stars

Posted by anonymous | May 31, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Took care of Business

Well, I will give an honest review from my experience. I often feel people only post reviews to complain never give compliments or credit when it is due. But my father and I hired Mr. Shaw back in 2013 i want to say. He assisted me in establishing child support for my daughter who was a infant at the... time. He was through and very confident. On my court date we went in and he handled the matter very professionally. I would use him again to assist with a modification, but to my knowledge he has moved on and no longer handles family law. I do need to contact him some how to release my case. I am not sure if he has the same cell number or not. But maybe I will get a response to my review. But anyway, congratulations on moving up and on to new milestones.

Douglas Shaw

Replied last May 31, 2022

Thank you for your comments. My cell phone # is still the same and I am still using the same gmail address that I have had for several years. Please feel free to reach out and I would be more than happy to assist you.

Posted by Mickey | November 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Fantastic Counsel

Doug filled in for my primary attorney last minute because of a schedule conflict. He grasped the entirety of my situation very quickly and stepped in like champion. He made sense of a multi-layered divorce situation and help push my case forward in a positive manner. He sees the big picture. V...ERY calculating and client oriented.

Douglas Shaw

Replied last November 23, 2019

Thank you. It was a pleasure meeting you. I would be more than happy to work with you again.

Posted by Brandy | June 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce

I was very happy with the handling of my divorce by Doug. He is very understanding and is willing to fight for your.

Posted by Amber | June 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Former client

Doug Shaw was a fantastic attorney for me while I went through my divorce. Not only was he professional but he was compassionate and caring throughout the entire process. I was never afraid to ask questions. He was even available for me when I had to refinance my house he was helpful in getting copie...s of my divorce papers. I would recommend him for anyone needing legal advice.

Posted by Bryan | June 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Professionalism at it's finest

Attorney Douglas Shaw handled my case with professionalism and care. He worked with me and was understanding of my situation. I would recommend him to any of my friends or family.

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Douglas Lawrence Shaw's Lawyer Endorsements

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Shane O'Donnell

Family lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an outstanding family law, juvenile law, and criminal law attorney."

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Arlington Foley

Family lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with him on a divorce case in 2016. Attorney Shaw is very effective, knowledgeable, and down to earth. We were able to resolve the case quickly and both the husband and wife were happy with the end result. He is an excellent family law attorney!"

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Paul Stanko

Criminal defense lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2009.

Suspension issued in IN, 2009

updated on 05/05/2015

This means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Douglas’s comment:

“This 30 day suspension was the result of a self-reported conflict. While no suspension is ever a positive in anyone's career this matter was voluntary and reinstatement was automatic.”

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, State of Indiana

2015 - 2020

Of Counsel, Law Office of Andrew Yoder

2010 - 2015

Owner, Law Office of Douglas L Shaw

2007 - 2010

Attorney, Lesniak O'Rourke

2006 - 2006

Associate Attorney, Funk and Foster

2006 - 2007

Staff Attorney, State of Indiana DCS

Education

2005

Valparaiso University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of Pittsburgh

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

French

Activity

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