Biography

EXPERIENCED AND COMPASSIONATE REPRESENTATION DURING WHAT CAN BE COMPLICATED, OR DIFFICULT SITUATIONS. DEDICATED FAMILY ATTORNEY AND MEDIATOR. CALL SHELIA TODAY AND FIND OUT HOW SHE CAN HELP YOU!

Shelia McCoy has been instrumental in assisting numerous East Texans in navigating through their family law matters, including divorce, child custody, and child support issues. Her experience extends from straightforward divorces with minimal assets and disputes to handling intricate divorce cases. Alongside her practice in Marshall, Texas, Shelia also serves clients in various neighboring areas. Known for her advocacy, she diligently strives to attain practical objectives for her clients. 

Emphasizing the importance of client participation throughout each stage, she believes it leads to the best outcomes. Shelia is committed to utilizing her skills, experience, empathy, and insights to passionately represent you with dedication and vigor.

Admission Details
  • 1998, Texas

Minority Owned
  • Yes
Education
  • Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law, Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.) 1998
  • University of North Texas M.Ed. 1991 North Texas State University B.B.A. 1984
Certifications
  • Parenting Coordination and Facilitation | Cooperative Parenting Institute, 2022 (24 hours)
  • Texas Parenting Coordination and Facilitation Training | Manousso Mediation & ADR, 2021 (18 hours)
  • Divorce, Child Custody Mediation Training | Manousso Mediation & ADR, 2021 (30 hours)
  • Domestic Violence for Advance Family Training for Mediation | Manousso Mediation & ADR, 2021 (4 hours)
  • Basic Mediation Training | A.A. White Dispute Resolution Institute, 2021 (40 hours)
  • Arbitration Training | Manousso Mediation & ADR, 2021 (10  hours)
  • Basic Mediation Training | ADR Services International, Inc., 2021 (40 hours)
  • Guardian ad Litem Certification | State Bar of Texas, 2022 (4.5  hours)
  • High Conflict Mediation Training | High Conflict Institute, 2022 (12 hours)
  • Parenting Coach | New Ways for Families, High Conflict Institute, 2022 (12 hours)
  • CPS Mediation Training | Central Texas Dispute Resolution Center, 2022 (20 hours)
  • Guardianship Mediation Training | Texas Guardianship Association, 2023 (24 hours)
Work Experience
  • Attorney | McCoy Law Firm | 1998 - Present
Associations & Memberships
  • State Bar of Texas, District Grievance Committee, Member July 2022, Acting Chairperson, February 2024-Present
  • State Bar College, Member, 2021-Present
  • State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section, 1998-Present
  • Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, Member, 1998-Present
  • Texas Association of Mediators, 2022-Present

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Shelia McCoy, Attorney at Law

Address

401-C West Grand Avenue,
Marshall, Texas 75670

Phone

903-935-1190