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The McGhee FirmManaging Partner
Mr. B. Shaun McGhee
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Mr. B. Shaun McGhee

3.5
9 reviews

424 South Oates Street, Dothan, AL 36301

Criminal Defense, Personal Crimes, Capital Murder and 60 more

About Mr. B. Shaun McGhee

A native of Enterprise, Alabama, Shaun McGhee was a 1991 honors graduate of Enterprise High School. In 1995, Shaun obtained a Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Troy University where he immediately began working as an emergency room registered nurse and presently has more than 25 years’ experience.

In September 1996, he was accepted into the Jones School of Law at Faulkner University and later graduated with a Juris Doctorate Degree in 1999.

Shaun McGhee has made a name for himself in the legal arena since being admitted to the Alabama State Bar in May 2000. He is well respected as a defense attorney in Alabama being noted for his ethical standards and extraordinary trial record. In the past twenty years he has personally tried 132 criminal cases before a jury. Of those, he obtained 82 acquittals, 6 judgments of acquittal, 14 convictions on lessor included offenses, and only 22 convictions.

Shaun’s extensive medical background and trial experience, allows him to be well versed in two worlds that often collide and, as result, is a dual threat in the courtroom. Shaun continues to maintain an updated registered nursing license with the Alabama Board of Nursing. He has certifications in advanced cardiac life support and pediatric advanced life support. His knowledge of the medical field has been beneficial to his law career where often times medical records are imperative to the defense of his client’s criminal cases and in representing clients in personal injury cases.

Shaun McGhee is here to assist you with your legal needs. If you have been arrested; suffered injury in an accident or fall; need assistance in a family matter or even a divorce; need the drafting of a will or deed; or any other legal need, know that Shaun and the staff at The McGhee Firm will be beside you the entire way. Shaun McGhee understands and recognizes that people come to us at what may be the lowest and most difficult point of their lives. You can feel confident in knowing you’ve hired an experienced and compassionate attorney to handle your legal needs. Contact Shaun McGhee today to fight for you.

 

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Family Law
Posted by anonymous
January 19, 2026
Hired Attorney

Terrific staff, from the front desk to the paralegals, everyone was fantastic. Shaun was great in court and made me feel like I had nothing to worry about. His paralegal Courtney helped me with all my questions along the way keeping me up to date and had lots of patience explaining what was going on.

Federal Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
February 03, 2021
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Working with Mr.McGhee and his paralegal Ms.Swann was a marvelous experience. Being from Texas and needing to hire a criminal defense attorney in Alabama seemed like an impossible task to accomplish. I am so glad we got recommended to the best the McGhee firm. They were easy to work with and EXTREMELY professional. We were able to communicate via email and phone calls through the entire process. Mr.Shaun understands his client, very insightful and is an expert in his field. Truly a professional and great individual. I would definitely use McGhee Firm again although I hope not to have to. So grateful and happy with the outcome HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

 
Child Custody
Posted by Kenneth
November 25, 2022
Hired Attorney

I paid a retainer of 2500 to McGhee he said the case should be simple enough. My wife suffers from a personality disorder and is behaving erratically and has our children. Ben Lewis would not look at my evidence I 2 seperate court dates. Told me to hire a lawyer and prove I didn't do it. So I did. 3 weeks later we go to court for nothing. He filed in the wrong court. Judge Lewis td him to file in another court. He did somehow win custody of the kids for me. I never went to court. It lasted 4 days when my wife's mom called down here paid another lawyer more money and he proceeded to get custody right back to Michele. When McGhees para legal called to tell me so and that I was to drive the kids half way back after I was forced to drive the distance to get them I said I didn't want to do that. Asked them to call her attorney and tell them they would have to make the trip not half it's only fair, McGhee told his para legal to tell me he was dropping this case. 3700 I paid in total .

 
Child Custody
Posted by anonymous
September 14, 2023
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The lawyer refuses to talk to me. The paralegal will only update me if I call. I’m strongly considering taking my business elsewhere, and I strongly recommend that you look at somebody else before you contract with this law firm.

Criminal Law
Posted by Wayne
October 22, 2023
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Probably one of the worst lawyers my family worked with. My brother was in country for 3 months before my brother seen McGee. It was only after we tried to fire shaun that he did a "video visit" Shaun wouldn't even drive the 2.1 miles to county jail to see his client. His excuse?? Why he used video.. he to my brother "all the lawyer rooms are broken" even the officer told us we needed to fire him after that. He lied to the family on how much time by brother would get, simple class C first time offender got a lot of time. Almost no arguments at sentencing and no objections to the time. My brother had an illegal sentence and Shaun knew it. The max my brother could get was right below where he signs. If you upset him, he becomes vindictive. Won't respond to calls till he gets his money, unless he needs more, Wanna GO to prison? Then this lawyer is for you. During court he will text,. Not paying attention.

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
July 04, 2012
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Areas of Law

  • Criminal Law 2
    • Homicide
    • DUI/DWI
  • Family Law 1
    • Child Custody
  • Construction Law 1
    • Construction Accidents
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Premises Liability
  • Other 57
    • Criminal Defense
    • Personal Crimes
    • Capital Murder
    • Murder
    • Violent Crimes
    • Assault and Battery
    • Arson
    • Child Abuse
    • Domestic Abuse
    • Kidnapping
    • Rape
    • Statutory Rape
    • Inchoate Crimes
    • Aiding and Abetting
    • Attempt
    • Conspiracy
    • Property Crimes
    • Theft Crimes
    • Burglary
    • Larceny
    • Robbery
    • Auto Theft
    • Shoplifting
    • Statutory Crimes
    • Open Container Violations
    • Minor in Possession of Alcohol
    • Public Intoxication
    • Underage DUI
    • Boating DUI
    • Selling and Supplying Alcohol to Minors
    • Refusing to Perform a Field Sobriety Test
    • Refusing to Perform a Breathalyzer or Provide a Blood Sample
    • Drug Possession
    • Drug Manufacturing
    • Drug Trafficking
    • Medical Marijuana Crimes
    • Driving on a Suspended License
    • Hit-and-run Accidents
    • Reckless Driving
    • Vehicular Assault
    • Federal Crimes
    • State Crimes
    • Financial Crimes
    • Family/ Domestic Law
    • Contested High Conflict Divorce
    • Uncontested Cooperative Divorce
    • Child Support & Spousal Support
    • Property and Asset Division
    • Prenuptial & Asset Division
    • Domestic Violence and Family Offense
    • Post-Divorce and Modification of Support
    • Personal Injury Law
    • Car Accidents
    • Product Liability
    • Mass Disasters
    • Workplace Injuries
    • Nursing Home Abuse

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2000, Alabama
    Memberships
    Alabama State Bar Association, 2000 - Present
    Houston County Bar Association, 2000 - Present
    Alabama State Bar, Attorney, 2000 - Present.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Faulkner University, Thomas Goode Jones
    Class of 1999
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Troy University
    Class of 1995
    B.S.
    Nursing

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    Mr. B. Shaun McGhee was admitted in 2000 to the State of Alabama.
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    Mr. B. Shaun McGhee attended Faulkner University, Thomas Goode Jones.

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