Mel Shelander Lawyer Reviews & Ratings - Beaumont
Mel Shelander has an average rating of 4.3/5 based on 46 reviews and practices at Shelander Law Offices in Beaumont, Texas. Practice areas include Criminal Defense, Consumer Protection law.
Mel Shelander
Attorney Mel Shelander is the founder of Shelander Law Offices. He is a native of Beaumont, Texas and a graduate of the South Texas College of Law. Over his legal career, he has successfully served clients in the family law, criminal defense, and personal injury practice areas. He maintains numerous prestigious industry memberships, including the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer’s Association and the Jefferson County Family Law Lawyer’s Association, among others. He is also frequently contacted by local news outlets for his insight in the adoption process and was a past Fellow of the American Academy of Adoption and Family Law.
Average Rating: 4.3
Total Reviews 46
Total Reviews 46
Mel Shelander Lawyer Yelp Reviews
Google Rating:
4.3 (44 reviews)
Jennifer Janek
Rating:
5/5
2 years ago
Mrs. Shelander represented my daughter (minor) in a custody dispute. She was very sweet and reassuring to my child. She is always in contact with you unlikely other attorneys where you are always talking to the secretary and leaving messages. She is very kind and I definitely recommend her for your family law needs.
abby carlos
Rating:
5/5
2 years ago
Mel and his staff were absolutely amazing. We highly recommend him. He not only was available to us over the Thanksgiving holiday, but he was typically available to speak to us just about anytime we needed him or had questions. He guided …
BMG Property Group
Rating:
1/5
11 months ago
Very unprofessional and deceptive law firm. Do not hire ANY attorney from this office. Mel mis-deeded a property to someone who's name wasn't the only party in the Will. Why on earth did he do that? Did Mel think that wasn't public record …
Shelander Law Offices
Practice-Area(s)
Criminal Defense, Consumer Protection
Beaumont, 77701
Address
245 N. 4th Street,
Beaumont
,
77701
Counties Jefferson County
Counties Jefferson County
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- Beaumont Lawyers Fees is generally in the range of $193-$463 per hour.
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Carl Clover
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
Reviews
Average Rating: 4.10/5
Wilvin Carter
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
Reviews
Staff members are aggressive and rude. He doesn't return calls or emails and dealing with horrible Very disappointed with how unprofessional this firm has been. I started calling on Monday and each time was told, “the attorney isn’t in the office right now, but I can leave a message.” It is now Friday, and I still have not received a … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.10/5
Enacio Barretto
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
Reviews
We found Mr Barretto to be very helpful. He explained everything that was happening, what was to ha Mr Barretto you did a poor job representing my son in a divorce and custody case. Case opened in August 2021, and is not settled as of 2025. You offered no solutions to move things along with the court when spouse dropped her attorney. You … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.10/5
Looney, Smith & Conrad, PC
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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Came in for the free legal advise. He was very informative and gave advise to answers I had. Didn't hire yet but will keep in mind...yyyy...L&C is a wonderful firm full of enthusiastic people willing to help you with your different types of legal cases. Mr. Looney's tireless work with the... I am writing to share my very negative experience with Looney Smith Conrad & Hefti P.C. From the beginning, I felt my case did not receive the attention it deserved. … ...read more ...read more
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Robert Jimenez
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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My husband and I were in a messy situation, but he did the best he could to get us out and most impo As a paralegal, I frequently interact with immigration courts across the country, and Texas courts are not always known for being the easiest to navigate. I recently had an urgent matter and needed to contact the court shortly before a … ...read more ...read more
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Jennifer Earls
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Jeff Pierce
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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Ed me and my family with dignity and respect. This is a first class firm! If your in need of a great attorney look no further! Jeff Pierce has many years of experience and it shows through his knowledge of the law. Him and his team made a hard situation stress free! ...read more ...read more
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Wayne Barfield
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
Reviews
Mr. Barfield was very attentive to my case and helped me make the most informed decision based on th ...read more
Average Rating: 4.10/5
Byron W. Boenig
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
Reviews
Attorney Kim Nwabeke is a patient and caring attorney and she listens to her clients and doesn’t make you feel rushed when you speak to her. I would recommend her 100% to others!!! ...read more
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Rodney Isham
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
Reviews
Handle a case for me in Palo Pinto county ( tough county ) always professional never BS me treated m Please do everything you can to avoid these people. This place is very good at taking your money and convincing you they will help you. I feel sorry for the staff I don’t know how they can sleep at night. Every bad review on here is exactly what I experienced. ...read more ...read more
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I went to traffic court today for my first moving violation in over 10 years. I'd heard through the grapevine (and via online research) that hiring a......yyyy...I have used Ms. Benavides' services for years & I have never had any complaints. Ms. Benavides is very knowledgeable, patient & understanding. She always... ...read more
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K. Kyle Peeler
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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Average Rating: 4.13/5
David M. Finn
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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Needless to say that my criminal cases were found not guilty. David helped me even after the case was over out of the goodness of his heart. Bail bond... ...read more
Average Rating: 4.13/5
The Corrigan Law Firm
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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I used Corrigan to help me out of a ticket for going 25 in a 20. Andres was super helpful and responded quickly to my concerns/needs, and the ticket was......yyyy...The Corrigan Law firm is one of a kind. Great compassion , reliability , and affordable. Staff is responsive and Andres is extremely helpful text/phone call... I needed assistance after getting a speeding ticket, and had no idea what to do. Andres made the process super seamless and stress free. Got my ticket dismissed and was a pleasure to work with. Definitely recommend if you need help! ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.15/5
Barry Rubarts
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
Reviews
Barry is a good attorney. i didn't know what to do when i got in trouble over something i didn't do so i ask the judge for an attorney they picked B... Hired and paid Barry to write up my will. I never received a will. It's been nearly 5 months, Barry won't answer or return my calls. ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.15/5
Artiquewa Warren
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
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Average Rating: 4.15/5
Todd B. Steele
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
Reviews
Todd was a great lawyer. Couldn’t have asked for a better one. They answered our questions if we had any when we called immediately or called back same day. Very respectful and fought for our case, that he won. We are unbelievably grateful for him and his staff. Would use again if we ever needed it. ...read more
Average Rating: 4.15/5
Law Offices of Charles Banker, III
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
Reviews
Not knowing anyone in the Cameron county area, Charles was referred by a family member to handle my son's case in April 2019. He did a mediocre job, not......yyyy...We hired Charles Banker after we spent thousands of dollars on a previous lawyer that did absolutly nothing for me. Charles, Maria, and Diana are a great... Even years later, I still feel the need to say thank you to Charles Banker for his incredible help and support in getting my case dismissed. His staff was always helpful, attentive, and professional. If you’re looking for a lawyer who … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.15/5
Stefanie Collins
(Practice: Criminal Defense Law)
Reviews
Ue to a birth defect. And I guess she doesn't like our types either. She is unworthy to be called an Stefanie is an expert and I truly trust! Edit: After reading several negative reviews it's clear that they are a target … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.15/5
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Mr. Barfield was very attentive to my case and helped me make the most informed decision based on th ...read more
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Handle a case for me in Palo Pinto county ( tough county ) always professional never BS me treated m Please do everything you can to avoid these people. This place is very good at taking your money and convincing you they will help you. I feel sorry for the staff I don’t know how they can sleep at night. Every bad review on here is exactly what I experienced. ...read more ...read more
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I went to traffic court today for my first moving violation in over 10 years. I'd heard through the grapevine (and via online research) that hiring a......yyyy...I have used Ms. Benavides' services for years & I have never had any complaints. Ms. Benavides is very knowledgeable, patient & understanding. She always... ...read more
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