Atty. Sheila Allen

Atty. Sheila Allen

Ms. Sheila Allen is a lawyer practicing family law, property, probate and 7 other areas of law.

Austin Austin 41 yrs experience 41 year
Call (512) 337-3479 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Sheila Allen at a glance

Sheila Allen is an Asst. Dist. Atty. based in Austin, Texas. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Texas (1985) and District of Columbia (2010). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1984) and Sam Houston State University (B.S., 1980). Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Sheila Allen is a lawyer practicing family law, property, probate and 7 other areas of law
  • Sheila received a B.S. degree from Sam Houston State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Sheila practices in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Sheila Allen's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family 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 Austin 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 Sheila Allen

Where is Sheila Allen's law office located?
Sheila Allen's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sheila Allen handle?
Sheila Allen focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Sheila Allen practiced law?
Sheila Allen has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Sheila Allen go to law school?
Sheila Allen earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S., 1980).
How can I contact Sheila Allen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Texas
- 1984
B.S.
Sam Houston State University
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1985
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2010

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