Shellist Law Firm

Steve Shellist is a dedicated trial lawyer known for his tenacity in the courtroom. Initially starting out in hotel management and launching his own business, Steve's journey led him to law school, fueled by a desire for robust courtroom engagement. Upon earning his legal degree, he joined the Harris County District Attorney’s office as a prosecutor where he advanced from handling misdemeanor cases to serious felonies. During this time, Steve earned recognition for employing assertive and self-assured strategies during trials. He successfully presented even the toughest cases before juries resulting in favorable verdicts; with experience that includes over 65 jury trials ranging from minor offenses to murder charges—boasting an impressive win rate of over 90%. His role not only involved prosecuting but also included reviewing thousands of cases for the State of Texas while serving as Court Chief responsible for overseeing all case outcomes and guiding junior prosecutors under his mentorship. Building on these foundational experiences along with valuable relationships within court systems nationwide—comprising judges, attorneys, and judicial personnel—Steve has generated outstanding results on behalf of clients at The Shellist Law Firm. To date, he has first-chaired more than 150 judge-led trials across both state and federal contexts while maintaining operations inside Texas as well as beyond its borders. With unparalleled expertise in criminal law complemented by access to an extensive network featuring diverse legal professionals alongside seasoned private investigators and specialists across various fields Stephen now extends those formidable litigation skills into civil matters too—the firm thriving through assertive trial tactics backed by years spent navigating complex legal challenges.