Atty. Shawn D. Twing

Atty. Shawn D. Twing

Shawn D. Twing is a lawyer practicing business immigration, cobra, civil litigation and 20 other areas of law.

Amarillo Amarillo 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Shawn D. Twing at a glance

Shawn D. Twing is a contracts, criminal defense, employment, immigration, and business attorney based in Amarillo, Texas. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1993), Oklahoma (1993), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas (1993), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1994). Educated at University of Arkansas (J.D., 1993) and West Texas State University (B.A. Political, 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Arkansas, Oklahoma and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Amarillo, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Shawn D. Twing is a lawyer practicing business immigration, cobra, civil litigation and 20 other areas of law
  • Shawn received a B.A. degree from West Texas State University in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Shawn practices in Amarillo, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Shawn D. Twing's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Shawn D. Twing handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Criminal Defense

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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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Business & Corporate Law

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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 Amarillo 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 Shawn D. Twing

Where is Shawn D. Twing's law office located?
Shawn D. Twing's law practice is located in Amarillo, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Shawn D. Twing handle?
Shawn D. Twing focuses on contracts, criminal defense, employment, immigration, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Shawn D. Twing practiced law?
Shawn D. Twing has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Shawn D. Twing go to law school?
Shawn D. Twing earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A. Political, 1989).
How can I contact Shawn D. Twing for a consultation?
You can contact Shawn D. Twing 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.
What awards or recognition has Shawn D. Twing received?
Shawn D. Twing's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas
- 1993
B.A. Political
West Texas State University
- 1989

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 1993
Oklahoma
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1996
Texas
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Western District of Oklahoma US Supreme Court Texas Southern District Court Ida
Admitted: 1998

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