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Atty. Shawn Ivan Carter

Atty. Shawn Ivan Carter

Mr. Shawn Ivan Carter is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, real estate.

Addison Addison 25 yrs experience 25 year
Call (945) 758-2556 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Shawn Ivan Carter at a glance

Shawn Ivan Carter is a real estate and bankruptcy attorney based in Addison, Texas. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Eastern Bankruptcy Court Texas Eastern District Court Tex (2001). Educated at University of Houston Law Center (J.D., 2001) and Texas A & M University (B.A., 1996). Active member of Dallas, Houston and Fort Worth Bar Associations. Serands clients in Addison, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Shawn Ivan Carter is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, real estate
  • Shawn received a B.A. degree from Texas A & M University in 1996, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Shawn practices in Addison, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Shawn Ivan Carter's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Shawn Ivan Carter is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Texas →

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 Addison 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 Ivan Carter

Where is Shawn Ivan Carter's law office located?
Shawn Ivan Carter's law practice is located in Addison, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Shawn Ivan Carter handle?
Shawn Ivan Carter focuses on real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Shawn Ivan Carter practiced law?
Shawn Ivan Carter has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Shawn Ivan Carter go to law school?
Shawn Ivan Carter earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Shawn Ivan Carter for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Houston Law Center
- 2001
B.A.
Texas A & M University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Eastern Bankruptcy Court Texas Eastern District Court Tex
Admitted: 2001

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