Atty. Thomas E. Shaw

Atty. Thomas E. Shaw

Associate Editor, Southwestern Law Journal, 1982-1983.

Dallas Dallas 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Thomas E. Shaw at a glance

Thomas E. Shaw is a Principal based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at The Law Offices of Thomas E. Shaw, P.C.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, business, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Texas (1985), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1985), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1987), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas (1993). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1984) and University of Michigan (A.B., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dallas Bar Association State Bar of Texas American Association for Justice Dallas Bar Foundation. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

Associate Editor, Southwestern Law Journal, 1982-1983

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas E. Shaw's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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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 Dallas 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 Thomas E. Shaw

Where is Thomas E. Shaw's law office located?
Thomas E. Shaw's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is The Law Offices of Thomas E. Shaw, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas E. Shaw handle?
Thomas E. Shaw focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, business, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Thomas E. Shaw practiced law?
Thomas E. Shaw has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Thomas E. Shaw go to law school?
Thomas E. Shaw earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (A.B., 1980).
How can I contact Thomas E. Shaw for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas E. Shaw received?
Thomas E. Shaw's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1984
A.B.
University of Michigan
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 2007
U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
Admitted: 2010

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