Shaun Gerard Clarke, Appellate Attorney in Houston, Texas
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Criminal Defense, and Environmental · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
AttorneyatGerger & Clarke
Houston, TX
Practicing appellate in Houston since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Shaun Gerard Clarke is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Appellate, Criminal Defense, and Environmental. Shaun has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gerger & Clarke. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Houston, TX
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Criminal Defense · Environmental
- Handles Appellate, Criminal Defense, and Environmental matters from Houston, TX.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Shaun Gerard Clarke: Shaun Gerard Clarke is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Appellate, Criminal Defense, and Environmental. Shaun has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gerger & Clarke. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Shaun Gerard Clarke
Shaun concentrates on appellate, criminal defense, environmental, government, and health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Shaun handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Criminal Defense
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Environmental
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Health Care
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Appellate cases in Houston, Texas
Shaun takes appellate matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Shaun agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases in Houston, Texas
Shaun takes criminal defense matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Shaun agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Houston, Texas
Shaun takes environmental matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Shaun agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Houston, Texas
Shaun takes government matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Shaun agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Houston, Texas
Shaun takes health care matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Shaun agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Shaun Gerard Clarke — Over 39 years of Texas appellate experience
Shaun Gerard Clarke is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Appellate, Criminal Defense, and Environmental. Shaun has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gerger & Clarke. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Shaun Gerard Clarke is a lawyer practicing appellate: criminal, criminal, environmental and 6 other areas of law. Shaun received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years. Shaun practices at Gerger & Clarke in Houston, TX.
Shaun's approach to appellate cases
Shaun Gerard Clarke is a lawyer practicing appellate: criminal, criminal, environmental and 6 other areas of law. Shaun received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years. Shaun practices at Gerger & Clarke in Houston, TX.
The kind of cases Shaun takes
Shaun reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, criminal defense, and environmental matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Shaun Gerard Clarke's legal education and bar admissions
Yale University Law School
J.D. · 1987
Brown University
B.A. · 1982
Jurisdictions
Shaun's state bar admissions
Texas Fifth Circuit
2007 · ACTIVE
Louisiana
1996 · ACTIVE
California
1987 · ACTIVE
Shaun studied at J.D. in Yale University Law School and B.A. in Brown University.
Law school and academic background
Shaun completed J.D. in Yale University Law School and B.A. in Brown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Shaun runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Shaun Gerard Clarke
Shaun has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Shaun's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of Texas New Orleans, Louisiana State and American Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Shaun Gerard Clarke's office in Houston
Shaun's primary office is at 1001 Fannin, Suite 1950, Houston, TX, 77002. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Shaun Gerard Clarke — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Shaun. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Houston.
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How to hire Shaun Gerard Clarke — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Shaun usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Shaun charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shaun's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Shaun will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Houston, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Shaun
Shaun discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Shaun confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Shaun's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Shaun Gerard Clarke
How much does it cost to hire Shaun for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Shaun walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Shaun offer a free consultation?
Shaun charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shaun's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Shaun's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Texas typically take?
Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Shaun gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Shaun take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Shaun is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Shaun will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Shaun?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Shaun will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Shaun accepting new appellate clients right now?
Shaun's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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Shaun handles appellate matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.
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