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Shawn Jason Seliger
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Biography
Shawn Seliger has dedicated most of his life to helping others. He has worked hard all his life for the people and causes that he cared about to preserve our treasured freedoms and liberty. Shawn has relied on deep inner strengths to empower those who have crossed his path throughout his lifetime who needed steady guidance through very difficult personal struggles.
Shawn Seliger graduated from the University of California - Davis with an A.B. in Political Science in 1993. Before pursuing a career in law, he served as an inner city high school teacher at George Washington Preparatory High School in South Central Los Angeles. While there, he made a difference in the lives of many disadvantaged students. He formed a student court that taught inner city children the positive aspects of our judicial system, served as an Impact Drug and Alcohol Counselor, and worked closely with members of the California Department of Corrections to promote prevention of juvenile crime and substance abuse.
Ready to pursue a career in law, Shawn graduated from Southern Illinois University School of Law in 2001, where he excelled in legal debate and won high honors in the John J. Gibbons National Criminal Procedure Moot Court Competition at Seton Hall University in 2001. While in law school, he served as a research assistant for family law Professor Rebecca J. O'Neill and as a judicial clerk to the Honorable Paul S. Murphy, First Judicial Circuit of Illinois.
Following law school, Shawn served as a Certified Legal Intern and then as an Assistant State Attorney. From 2003 to 2005, he served as an Assistant Public Defender in both Charlotte and Lee Counties for over two years. Prior to forming his former law firm, Mr. Seliger was in private legal practice for over five years at another private law firm.
Shawn has been actively involved in numerous civic and legal organizations, generously giving to help his community and make it an even greater place to live.
EDUCATION
Southern Illinois University School of Law, J.D., 2001.
University of California - Davis, A.B. in Political Science 1993.
BAR ADMISSIONS
- Admitted to the State of Florida Bar (2002).
- Admitted to practice in the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit (2002).
- Admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida (2002).
- Admitted to practice in the United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces (2004).
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- The Florida Bar.
COMMUNITY EDUCATION
- Leadership Lee County Graduate, Class of 2006.
PRESENT/PAST COMMUNITY SERVICE
- American Cancer Society, Lee County Unit, Board of Directors.
- Event Chairman, 2010 Fort Myers Relay for Life.
- 2011 Cattle Baron's Ball, Sponsorship Co-Chairman.
- Bonita Springs - Estero Economic Development Council.
- 2013 Collier County Foreclosure Task Force.
- HOPE Clubhouse, Board of Directors, Past Vice President.
- Lee County Bar Association.
- Lee County Coalition for a Drug-Free Southwest Florida, Board of Directors.
- Lee Mental Health Center, Board of Directors (Secretary), Executive Committee, and Immediate Past Development Committee Chairman.
- United Way of Lee County, Allocations Team Member.
- Voices for Kids of Southwest Florida, Past President.
- Legal Aid Service of Collier County, Advisory Board – Past President.
- American Inn of Court, Michael R. N. McDonnell American Inn of Court, Master of the Bench.
- Association of Family Law Professionals.
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Licensed in Florida for 24 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2002
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Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2019 | Family
Outstanding Legal Advocate!
I consulted with Shawn about a sensitive issue involving children. He was knowledgeable, responsive and heard what I had to say. He gave me peace of mind regarding the matter, knowing that not only was he available should I need him, but that if I followed his advice, I would avoid certain legal trap...
Posted by anonymous | July 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Best attorney around
I had a child custody case, shawn was spot on every time. Sometime he told me thing I may not of wanted to hear but again he was dead on. After a year of this court process I walked away with EXACTLY what I wanted! I couldn't be happier. He will forever be my attorney
Posted by Brian LaChat | February 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent attorney
Shawn Seliger represented me in my divorce. Shawn never sugar coated anything and was very direct on why you should or should not do something. He was always completely honest and never let us go down a path that would just take extra time (and money). He was always focused on my best interest and ...
Posted by anonymous | October 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Excellent Child Custody Attorney!
Shawn Seliger represented me in a child custody case. He was great to work with, and his rates were very reasonable. I am extremely pleased with the outcome! It is hard to find an experienced family law attorney that still charges $275.00/hour like Mr. Seliger. I definitely recommend his services...
Posted by Jason | November 13, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Very pleased.
I have never needed an attorney in my 39 years. This year was an exception. After a 7 year marriage fell apart and attempts at reconciliation fell through, I found attorney Shawn Seliger after a thorough Internet search I made the call after reading multiple positive reviews. I could not be more sat...
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"I have known Shawn through a professional lawyers association in which we are both members. He has shown to be a zealous advocate for his clients. Additional he practices with the highest ethics and professionalism. I fully endorse Shawn."
"Mr. Seliger is an excellent attorney that represents his clients with passion and skill, always maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and integrity. It is a pleasure to work with Mr. Seliger, and I strongly endorse him."
"Mr. Seliger is a competent adversary and a knowledgeable advocate for his clients. Throughout our case he was responsive, courteous, and aggressive yet professional in the representation of his client. I endorse this lawyer."
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"I endorse this lawyer. I have mediated for Mr. Seliger numerous times and find him to be a zealous but practical advocate for his clients. He is well prepared and knowledgable."
"You will be hard-pressed to find a more zealous and aggressive advocate for his clients in family law matters! I strongly endorse Mr. Seliger!"
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"Highly respected attorney in the community. Great degree of professionalism."
"I have referred several potential clients to Mr. Seliger and he has handled each one with diligence, thoroughness, and a high level of professionalism. The feedback I have received from these referrals has always been positive."
"I endorse this lawyer. I had a case in which Shawn Seliger was opposing counsel. Mr. Seliger was prepared at all proceedings and was a zealous advocate of his client."
"Shawn is a zealous and knowledgable advocate for his clients. Throughout our case he was aggressive in the represention of his client, yet always professional in his approach. I endorse this lawyer."
"I worked as opposing cousnel with Shawn Seliger to solve a family law matter. He was very courteous and returned my phone calls so that communication was always flowing - something some lawyers are not inclined to do!"
"I have had the opportunity to work with Mr. Seliger on family law matters as opposing counsel. He is knowledgeable, responsive, courteous and professional. It is a pleasure to endorse my fellow colleague."
"I endorse this lawyer. I had a question for one of my clients on Florida Law. Mr. Seliger was very helpful, available, and knowledgeable on the law. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for help in Florida!"
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Experience
Honors
2015
Certificate of Appreciation, Lee County Bar Association
2015
Attorney of the Month Award, Legal Aid Service of Collier County
2013
Appreciation Award, Guardian AD Litem 20th Judicial Circuit
2010
Certificate of Appreciation, Gulf Coast Police Benevolent Association
2008
Appreciation Award, Voices for Kids of Southwest Florida
2006
Certificate of Completion, Leadership Lee County
2001
Certificate of Recognition of Public Service (Pro Bono Award)., Illinois State Bar Association YLD/Law Student Division
2001
Moot Court Certificate, Southern Illinois University School of Law
1999
Oral Advocacy Finalist, Southern Illinois University School of Law
1999
Bessie Ingram Community Service Award, Southern Illinois University School of Law
Work Experience
2012 - 2012
Independent Contracting Attorney, Law Offices of Criminal Conflict and Civil Regional Counsel Second District
2012 - 2022
Owner/Attorney, Law Offices of Shawn Seliger
2011 - 2012
Owner/Attorney, Law Office of Shawn Seliger
2011 - 2013
Pro Bono Attorney (Clinic Work Only), Legal Aide Collier County
2009 - 2012
Independent Contracting Attorney (case by case basis), Florida Police Benevolent Association
2006 - 2011
Attorney at Law, Private Law Firm
2005 - 2006
Attorney at Law, Private Law Firm
2003 - 2005
Assistant Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender, 20th Judicial Circuit of Florida
2002 - 2003
Assistant State Attorney, Office of the State Attorney, 3rd Judicial Circuit of Florida
2001 - 2001
Judicial Clerk, 1st Judicial Circuit of Illinois
2001 - 2002
Certified Legal Intern, Office of the State Attorney, Judicial Circuit of Florida
2000 - 2000
Research Assistant to Professor, Southern Illinois University School Of Law
1996 - 1998
Teacher, George Washington Preparatory High School
Associations
2004 - Present
Admitted to practice in the United States Court of Appeals for the Armed ForcesAttorney
2002 - Present
Admitted to the State of Florida BarAttorney at Law
2002 - Present
Admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Middle District of FloridaAttorney at Law
2002 - Present
Admitted to practice in the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh CircuitAttorney at Law
2015 - 2018
Legal Aid Service of Collier CountyAdvisory Board - Past Chairman
2015 - 2016
Collier County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2022
The Michael R. N. Mcdonnell Chapter of the American Inns of Court Collier CountyMaster of the Bench
2013 - 2015
American Inn of Court, Calusa Inn ChapterBarrister
2011 - 2013
Collier County Foreclosure Task ForceAttorney Member
2006 - 2022
Lee County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2006 - 2008
American Inn of Court, Calusa Inn ChapterAssociate Member
2005 - 2015
Association of Family Law ProfessionalsAttorney Member
Education
2001
Southern Illinois University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
University of California - Davis
A.B.
Speaking Engagements
2016
Sole Practitioner Workshop - Ave Maria School of Law
Panelist-Sole Practitioner Work Shop
2015
Florida High School Mock Trial Competition
Mock Trial
2015
Barrister's Bash
Legal Aid Services
2013
Lee County High School Mock Trial Competition
Presiding Judge/Mock Trial/Oral Advocacy
2013
Lee County Bar Association
Lee County Bar Association
2013
Constitution Week
The Constitution
2013
American Jurisprudence -Capstone
Florida Law and Justice -Held at Florida Gulfcoast University
2012
Red Ribbon Week Award Ceremony
Lee County Coalition for a Drug-Free Southwest Florida - Red Ribbon Week
2012
Lee County Bar Association Annual Meeting
Voices for Kids of Southwest Florida
2012
Lee County Alliance of Legal Professionals/Annual Meeting
Lee County Alliance of Legal Professionals
2011
Lee County High School Mock Trial Competition
Mock Trial/Oral Advocacy
2010
Lee County High School Mock Trial Competition
Mock Trial/Oral Advocacy
2010
Constitution Week
The Constitution
2009
Lee County High School Mock Trial Competition
Attorney Coach
Languages
English