Atty. Brian Mathew Shields

Atty. Brian Mathew Shields

Brian Mathew Shields is a lawyer practicing environmental law, immigration, international law and 4 other areas of law. Brian received a degree from Univ of San Diego SOL, and has been licensed for 19 years.

Encinitas Encinitas 19 yrs experience 19 year
Call (657) 445-3756 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Brian Mathew Shields at a glance

Brian Mathew Shields is an Associate based in Encinitas, California, practicing at Coast Law Group Llp. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, immigration, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in California (2007). Educated at University of San Diego School of Law (Juris Doctor, 2005) and Univ of San Diego SOL San Diego CA Univ of British Columbia Canada (—). Provides legal services in French Italian and Spanish. Serands clients in Encinitas, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Brian Mathew Shields is a lawyer practicing environmental law, immigration, international law and 4 other areas of law
  • Brian received a degree from Univ of San Diego SOL, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Brian practices at Coast Law Group LLP in Encinitas, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Brian Mathew Shields's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Mathew Shields handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Encinitas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brian Mathew Shields

Where is Brian Mathew Shields's law office located?
Brian Mathew Shields's law practice is located in Encinitas, California. The firm is Coast Law Group Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian Mathew Shields handle?
Brian Mathew Shields focuses on probate, personal injury, immigration, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Brian Mathew Shields practiced law?
Brian Mathew Shields has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
What languages does Brian Mathew Shields speak?
Brian Mathew Shields provides legal services in French Italian, Spanish. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Brian Mathew Shields go to law school?
Brian Mathew Shields earned their education at (Juris Doctor, 2005); (—).
How can I contact Brian Mathew Shields for a consultation?
You can contact Brian Mathew Shields directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

Juris Doctor
University of San Diego School of Law
- 2005
Univ of San Diego SOL San Diego CA Univ of British Columbia Canada
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2007

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