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SHEA HENRY YOESEL

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Shea Henry Yoesel is a civil trial attorney who handles general civil litigation, focusing on first-party insurance defense, third-party personal injury defense, healthcare liability defense, products liability defense, and insurance coverage. The cases Ms. Yoesel handles include personal injury and wrongful death, premises, transportation, intentional tort, and property damage (including fire).  Having diverse experience in various arenas of civil litigation, Ms. Yoesel is able to ask the right questions and has the ability to bring balance and perspective to each case. 

Mrs. Yoesel was born and raised in Houston, Texas.  She attended Southern Methodist University where she received her Bachelor of the Arts in English Literature with a minor in Spanish in 2007 and was recognized on the Dean’s Honor List and as a SMU University Scholar. Immediately following graduation from SMU, she returned to Houston where she attended South Texas College of Law and received her Doctor of Jurisprudence in 2010.  While at South Texas, she was recognized on the Dean’s List and was a recipient of the Enrichment Scholarship and The Heart of South Texas Advocacy Award.

  • Southern Methodist University, B.A. in English Literature, Minor in Spanish, 2007

    South Texas College of Law, J.D., 2010
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    State Bar of Texas (since 2010)

    United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas

    • Secured summary judgment, affirmed on appeal, dismissing UM/UIM coverage claims against an insurer.

    • Obtained summary judgment on negligent entrustment claims in a personal injury case, resulting in the dismissal of the claims against her client.

    • Achieved partial 12(B)(6) dismissal of negligence claims in a third-party defense matter, granted on briefing without an oral hearing.

    • Obtained favorable rulings in the U.S. Southern District Court on remand and forum-selection clause issues.

    • Deposed witnesses on medical negligence, construction-related injuries, and personal injuries from trucking and automobile accidents

  • Recognitions & Certifications

    • Enrichment Scholarship and The Heart of South Texas Advocacy Award

  • Professional Affiliations

    • Houston Bar Association

    • American Bar Association

    • Texas Young Lawyers Association

    COMMUNITY SERVICE

      • Ms. Yoesel and her husband are involved in various philanthropic organizations.

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