Shaw 3 Law Firm

                                          
                                          Walter D. Shaw III
                                         ATTORNEY AT LAW

Mr. Shaw is the esteemed leader of Shaw 3 Law Firm (S3LF), where he excels in multiple legal areas, including Immigration Law, Juvenile Dependency (CPS & DCFS Defense), Criminal Defense, and Personal Injury Law throughout California. In the Inland Empire, covering San Bernardino County and Riverside County, he specializes in Criminal Defense and CPS/DCFS cases. His practice in San Bernardino County spans key cities such as Chino, Chino Hills, Colton, Fontana, Hesperia, Highland, Loma Linda, Montclair, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, Redlands, Rialto, San Bernardino City, Upland, and Victorville, as well as extending to Los Angeles County and Orange County.

Mr. Shaw’s distinguished career began as a Judicial Law Clerk for Circuit Judge Rodney Smith in Florida’s 11th Judicial Circuit, Criminal Circuit Court Division. His dedication to defending rights led him to specialize in Immigration Law, Juvenile Dependency Law, Criminal Law, and Personal Injury Law.

During his time at the University of North Dakota School of Law Immigration Legal Clinic, Mr. Shaw demonstrated exceptional legal prowess as a Student Attorney, assisting clients with asylum cases, work permits, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), visas, and green cards. He further expanded his expertise in Immigration Law while working at a prominent Hollywood boutique talent agency, handling O-1 Visas for Extraordinary Ability, Business/Tourist Visas, Student Visas, Fiancé Visas, Work Authorization, Advance Parole, and green cards. His deep connections within the entertainment industry allow him to provide top-tier legal counsel to talent agents and clients.

As a Juvenile Dependency (CPS/DCFS Defense) and Criminal Defense attorney, Mr. Shaw honed his skills at leading law firms, becoming a proficient trial lawyer and dedicated advocate. He has successfully managed numerous CPS cases, securing reunifications and favorable results in CPS & DCFS investigations. Mr. Shaw is committed to defending the rights of parents and relatives throughout Southern California, including Los Angeles County, Riverside County, Orange County, San Diego County, and San Bernardino County. His expertise in Criminal Defense involves rigorous examination of misdemeanor and felony cases, employing strategic litigation techniques to achieve positive results, such as charge reductions or dismissals. Additionally, his Personal Injury Law practice assists clients with diligence and care in navigating their injury claims.

To date, Mr. Shaw has effectively represented over 1,000 clients, showcasing his unwavering commitment to achieving favorable outcomes and protecting client rights across diverse legal fields.
    

CREDENTIAL SECTION:

EDUCATION:

• University of North Dakota School of Law, J.D. 
• University of California Riverside, B.A., Political Science Law & Society 

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP: 

• National College for DUI Defense 

AWARDS AND NOMINATIONS: 

• Lawyers of Distinction Nominee, 2022
• National Trial Lawyers in Criminal Defense Top 40 under 40, Nominee, 2024
• Top 40 Under 40 National Black Lawyers, Nominee, 2024 
• Top 100 National Black Lawyers, Select, 2024 

CURRENT RELEVANT LICENSES:

• California Attorney State Bar License (Lic #330934), also licensed to practice Immigration Law in all 50 states.