Shawn W. Paschall

Shawn W. Paschall is a Texas criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor with more than 20 years of criminal law experience. He is board-certified in criminal law and has tried more than 100 jury trials with favorable results. His work includes DWI, DUI, felony defense, child-related allegations, and serious criminal charges. He helps clients understand the justice system, protect their rights, and prepare strong defenses in high-stakes cases.

Shawn Paschall earned his J.D. from St. Mary’s University School of Law. His legal education supports courtroom advocacy, criminal procedure analysis, evidence review, and trial preparation. He has been board-certified in criminal law since 2011, a credential requiring substantial trial experience, peer and judicial review, examination, and added yearly training. This background helps him evaluate charges, challenge evidence, and guide clients through difficult criminal cases with steady advice.

Shawn served nine years as a felony prosecutor in Tom Green and Tarrant counties. That experience gave him insight into how prosecutors review evidence, prepare cases, and assess trial risks. He also spent three years in the Crimes Against Children Unit, handling serious allegations and training prosecutors, police officers, and child abuse investigators. His defense work benefits from that knowledge, especially when charges carry severe penalties.

Shawn Paschall also serves the criminal defense profession through leadership with the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. He is approved to handle capital murder defense cases in Tarrant County, a role requiring advanced experience and training. Clients may seek his help with serious accusations, trial strategy, negotiations, and rights protection. His background combines prosecution insight, defense advocacy, and board-certified criminal law experience for people facing life-changing criminal charges.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney / Former Prosecutor, Cole Paschall Law
• Member of the Board of Directors, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer’s Association
• Member, State Bar of Texas

Licensed State

• Texas

Education

• St. Mary’s University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Oklahoma
  BS in Geography

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