James Michael Shaw

James Michael Shaw brings decades of legal experience to personal injury matters, focusing on cases where injuries disrupt lives and families. His practice centers on auto accidents, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, wrongful death, personal injury cases, and mass tort claims, with a consistent focus on accountability and fair outcomes.

James began his academic path with a B.B.A., St. Mary’s University, 1989, building a foundation in finance and structured analysis. He later earned his J.D., University of Loyola School of Law, 1992, where his legal training prepared him for complex litigation and the demands of trial-focused personal injury practice.

James has spent more than three decades serving injured individuals and families, guiding cases from investigation through resolution. His work involves evaluating liability, working with experts, and addressing disputes with insurance carriers. He is licensed in the State Bar of Texas and also holds licenses in New Mexico, Colorado, and Oklahoma.

James concentrates his legal practice on auto accidents, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, wrongful death cases, personal injury cases, and mass tort cases. His approach emphasizes preparation, attention to detail, and a clear understanding of how injuries affect long-term financial and physical stability.

James is an active participant in the legal community through membership in organizations including the State Bar of Texas, American Association for Justice, Texas Trial Lawyers Association, San Antonio Bar Association, and San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association, reflecting his ongoing engagement with the personal injury legal field.

James also supports community-focused legal service efforts, including participation in annual pro bono initiatives that provide free legal assistance to individuals and families in need. These efforts reflect a long-standing commitment to access to justice and responsible legal advocacy.

James Michael Shaw continues to focus his practice on helping injured clients navigate difficult legal challenges. Through decades of experience, disciplined case evaluation, and consistent advocacy, he works to pursue outcomes that address medical costs, lost income, and the lasting impact of serious injuries.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Partner, Carabin Shaw, P.C.
• Member, State‌ ‌Bar‌ ‌of‌ ‌Texas‌
• Member, Association‌ ‌of‌ ‌Trial‌ ‌Lawyers‌ ‌of‌ ‌America‌
• Member, American‌ ‌Association‌ ‌for‌ ‌Justice
• Member, Texas Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, San Antonio Bar Association
• Member, San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, National Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, State‌ ‌Bar‌ ‌of‌ ‌Colorado‌
• Member, State‌ ‌Bar‌ ‌of‌ ‌New‌ ‌Mexico‌
• Member, State‌ ‌Bar‌ ‌of‌ ‌North‌ ‌Dakota‌

Licensed State

• Texas
• New Mexico
• Colorado
• North Dakota

Education

• University‌ ‌of‌ ‌Loyola‌ ‌School‌ ‌of‌ ‌Law‌
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• St.‌ ‌Mary’s‌ ‌University‌
  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

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