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Neal T. McShane
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Neal T. McShane

4.9
58 reviews

836 N. Highland Avenue, Orlando, FL 32803-3941

Criminal Law, Drug Trafficking, DUI/DWI and 16 more

About Neal T. McShane

Private Practice since 1983. Graduate of the Investigation and Prosecution of Organized Crime and Fraud Program at Cornell Institute on Organized Crime, Cornell University, 1980. Former Instructor: Police Academy, Orlando, Florida; Valencia Community College, Orlando, Florida. Former Guest Lecturer, Criminal Law, University of Florida College of Law (F.P.A.A.), Gainesville, Florida; Criminal Law, University of Wisconsin, Madison; Criminal Law, University of Georgia, Athens; Criminal Law, University of Central Florida, Orlando, Florida. Former Staff Attorney/Law Clerk, Court of Appeals of Ohio, 11th Appellate District. Former Associate, Korman & Bravo, P.A., Longwood, Florida. Former Assistant State Attorney, Orlando, Florida. Former Organized Crime, Organized Crime, Narcotics, RICO, Intelligence, Vice Prosecutor / Assistant State Attorney, Metropolitan Bureau of Investigation, Orlando, Florida.

 

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Neal T. McShane got this award in 2021

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Quality of Service
4.7
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4.6
Value for Money
4.2
Traffic Violations
Posted by anonymous
October 10, 2025
Hired Attorney

I highly recommend Neal McShane. Both Neal, and his entire office are knowledgeable, experienced, professional, honest, and actually care about you as a person. I would not hesitate to hire him again, or recommend to others.

Criminal Law
Posted by Elly
March 02, 2023
Hired Attorney

Neal, Annette and Angela are amazing individuals. I was charged with a crime and was told by a friend in the SAO's office that they were using me to, "make an example." Neal fought tooth and nail and ultimately ended up getting my case dismissed once I finished PTI. I am in the final stages of getting my record expunged, which Neal has been handling as well. Everything his office has done they've done in record speed. I have never had to wait as long as they quoted me for anything in the process. He's an amazing lawyer and I would recommend him to ANYONE!

 
Criminal Law
Posted by Tony
March 09, 2022
Hired Attorney

I needed a lawyer to help me complete the process of getting a felony conviction sealed/expunged. Neal did an excellent job of explaining what was needed and how the process would work. Fortunately, everything went exactly as we hoped for and even quicker than I had expected. Neal and his staff are great communicators and always kept me in the loop as to what was going on.

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
January 12, 2011
Hired Attorney

Down to earth. Awesome staff. Brilliant, fantastic results!!! Great rates. Would recommend to EVERYONE!

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
September 26, 2010
Hired Attorney

great lawyer worth the money just alittle expensive

White Collar Crime
Posted by anonymous
December 22, 2010
Hired Attorney

good layer just a little expensive

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
October 05, 2010
Hired Attorney

really nice person he responds quickly but a little expensive

Commercial Law
Posted by anonymous
September 14, 2010
Hired Attorney

Very good communication. Good value for service. Office staff needs some improvement.

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
June 20, 2011
Hired Attorney

However his retainer was quite steep and once the charges were bumped up to federal charge which he could no longer represent the case, our money was not refunded.

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
October 18, 2011
Hired Attorney
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Areas of Law

  • Criminal Law 4
    • DUI/DWI
    • Drug Crimes
    • Felonies
    • Expungements
  • Drivers License Suspension
  • Other 13
    • Drug Trafficking
    • Driving While Intoxicated
    • Search and Seizure
    • Criminal Defense
    • Criminal Appeals
    • Fifth Amendment Law
    • First Amendment Law
    • Fourth Amendment Law
    • Freedom of Information
    • Media and First Amendment
    • Civil Drug Forfeiture
    • Controlled Substances Law
    • Drug Forfeiture

Practice Details

  • Languages
    Spanish
  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available
    Accepted Credit Cards
    American Express
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    MasterCard
    Other - LawPay
    Visa
  • Video Calls
    Offers Video Calls
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Attorney
    Firm Name
    McShane & McShane Law Firm, P.A.
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    King v. State, 27 Fla.L.Weekly S563d, also 27 Fla.L.Weekly S538a, also 26 Fla.L.Weekly D1849a
    Pauli v. DHSMV, 9 Fla.L.Weekly Supp. 267
    ONeill v. DHSMV, 13 Fla.L.Weekly Supp. 1055a
    Stodart v. DHSMV, 16 Fla.L.Weekly Supp. 497a
    State v. Santiago, 16 Fla.L.Weekly Supp 134a
    State v. Alves, 15 Fla.L.Weekly Supp 1000a
    Vanbibber v. DHSMV, 13 Fla.L.Weekly Supp 232a
    Smith v. DHSMV, 11 Fla.L. Weekly Supp 864a
    Matthews v. DHSMV, 11 Fla.L.Weekly Supp. 517a also 10 Fla.L.Weekly Supp 666a
    State v. Saunders, 11 Fla.L.Weekly Supp. 86a
    Keithley v. State, 8 Fla.L.Weekly Supp. 270c
    Bryant v. DHSMV, 8 Fla.L.Weekly Supp. 67a
    Lawton v. DHSMV, 7 Fla.L.Weekly Supp. 768a
    Elder v. DHSMV, 1 Fla.L.Weekly Supp. 322c.
  • Additional Links
    http://www.mcshanelawfirm.com http://www.mcshanelawfirm.com/

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1975, Ohio (Inactive)
    1979, Florida
    1981, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
    1990, U.S. Supreme Court
    Memberships
    Orange County Bar Association
    The Florida Bar (Member, Criminal Law Section)
    National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
    Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
    Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
    Association of Trial Lawyers of America (Former Member).
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Akron
    Class of 1975
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Kent State University
    Class of 1972
    B.A.
    Political Science
  • Military Service
    Former Infantry / Air Mobile Officer, Lieutenant, U.S. Army Officer, 25th Infantry Division, Vietnam
    Captain, U.S. Army / Ohio National Guard / Infantry / Armored Calvary, Purple Heart, C.I.B., Various Military Awards/Decorations

Contact Neal T. McShane

Attorney at McShane & McShane Law Firm, P.A.
4.9
58 reviews

836 N. Highland AvenueOrlando, FL 32803-3941U.S.A.

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  • Monday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Tuesday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Neal T. McShane was admitted in 1979 to the State of Florida.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Client Review rated?
    Yes, Neal T. McShane has a 4.6 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Neal T. McShane attended University of Akron.
  • Does this attorney maintain any other responsibilities in the firm outside of legal work?
    Neal T. McShane is the Managing Partner of the firm.
  • Is this attorney listed in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers?
    Neal T. McShane is listed in the Constitutional Law and Criminal Trial Practice section of the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers.

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