Atty. Michael Shane O'Dell

Atty. Michael Shane O'Dell

Mr. Michael Shane O'Dell is a lawyer practicing general civil litigation, insurance defense, civil defense and 11 other areas of law.

Fort Worth Fort Worth 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Shane O'Dell at a glance

Michael Shane O'Dell is a Member based in Fort Worth, Texas, practicing at Naman, Howell, Smith & Lee, PLLC. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Eastern District Court Texas Northern District Court Texas Western District Court Texas (2008). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 2008) and Baylor University (B.A., 2005). Active member of Professional Associations and Memberships State Bar of Texas, Member Texas Young Lawyers Associations Tarrant County Bar Association Texas Association of Defense Counsel Board of Barristers, Member, 2007 - 2008. Serands clients in Fort Worth, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Michael Shane O'Dell is a lawyer practicing general civil litigation, insurance defense, civil defense and 11 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Baylor University in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Michael practices at Naman, Howell, Smith & Lee, PLLC in Fort Worth, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Shane O'Dell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Shane O'Dell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Death

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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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Worth are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Shane O'Dell

Where is Michael Shane O'Dell's law office located?
Michael Shane O'Dell's law practice is located in Fort Worth, Texas. The firm is Naman, Howell, Smith & Lee, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Shane O'Dell handle?
Michael Shane O'Dell focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, business, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Michael Shane O'Dell practiced law?
Michael Shane O'Dell has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Michael Shane O'Dell go to law school?
Michael Shane O'Dell earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A., 2005).
How can I contact Michael Shane O'Dell for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Texas Tech University
- 2008
B.A.
Baylor University
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Texas Texas Eastern District Court Texas Northern District Court Texas Western District Court Texas
Admitted: 2008

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