About

Justin James McShane is a highly respected trial attorney in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, specializing in forensic science to defend individuals accused of crimes. He holds multiple certifications and awards in DUI defense and forensic science. Lawyer Justin James McShane is a prominent trial attorney based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, known for his expertise in utilizing forensic science to defend individuals facing criminal charges. With a national reputation as a skilled litigator, McShane is also recognized for his comprehensive understanding of various aspects of forensic science. McShane holds the prestigious designation of Forensic Lawyer Scientist from the American Chemical Society-Chemistry and the Law Division (ACS-CHAL), making him the first attorney in the United States to receive this recognition. Additionally, he is board-certified in DUI Defense Law by the National College for DUI Defense (NCDD), a distinction that sets him apart as the first and only Pennsylvania lawyer to achieve this certification at a young age. In addition to his expertise in DUI defense, McShane is also certified in Forensic Sobriety Assessment, a unique qualification that further enhances his capabilities as a forensic lawyer. He has been actively involved with organizations such as the NCDD, serving as a State Delegate National Coordinator and receiving the prestigious 2012 NCDD Dean's Award. McShane's contributions to the field of DUI defense have been recognized with awards such as the 2012 Pennsylvania Association for Drunk Driving Defense Lawyers (PADDDA) Outstanding Achievement Award. He is a charter member of the DUI Defense Lawyers Association (DUIDLA) and has played a key role in the establishment of the DUI Defense Lawyers Association Justice Foundation (DUIDLAJF) as its Founding Treasurer. Furthermore, McShane has served as a faculty member at the Indiana University Center for Studies of Law in Action Borkenstein Drug Course from 2014 to 2019, showcasing his commitment to education and professional development in the field of forensic science. His expertise has been acknowledged in federal court, where he has been accepted as a non-retained expert witness in cases involving DUI investigation, defense, and chemical testing. In conclusion, Justin James McShane's dedication to forensic science and his unwavering commitment to defending individuals facing criminal charges have established him as a leading authority in the legal community. His impressive credentials and track record of success make him a trusted advocate for those in need of expert legal representation.

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Legal Issues

Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
DUI & DWI

Certificates

Course 107 - Manufacturing Inspection Prep
Orchid Advisors

Certificate of Forensic Chromatography XV
American Chemical Society

Certificate of Forensic Principles of DUID III
American Chemical Society

Certificate of Forensic Drug Analysis VI
American Chemical Society

Certificate of Forensic Drug Analysis VI
American Chemical Society

Board Certification In DUI Defense Law
National College for DUI Defense, Inc.

Certificate of Forensic Principles of DUID IV
American Chemical Society

Certificate of Forensic Chromatography XVII
American Chemical Society

Certificate of Forensic Principles of DUID V
American Chemical Society

Certificate of Forensic Chromatography XVlll
American Chemical Society

Course 106 - Retail Inspection Prep
Orchid Advisors

Course 101 - Regulated Industry Orientation
Orchid Advisors

Course 110 - NFA Deep Dive
Orchid Advisors

Course 102 - Firearm Types And Distribution
Orchid Advisors

Course 103 - Creating And Managing The Compliance Function
Orchid Advisors

Course 104 - Firearm Physical Security Ideas
Orchid Advisors

Board Certified in DUI Defense Law
National College for DUI Defense

Course 108 - Federal And State Regulations
Orchid Advisors

Course 109 - Marking Requirements And The ATF Trace
Orchid Advisors

Course 111 - Serialized Inventory Records
Orchid Advisors

Short barreled Shotgun-Rifle and Weapons Made from Shotgun-Rifle
International Firearm Specialist Academy

Firearm Nomenclature
International Firearm Specialist Academy

Firearm Mechanical Operation
International Firearm Specialist Academy

Firearm Curious and Relics
International Firearm Specialist Academy

McShane Group Threat Protection Course
The Site Firearms Training Center

Close Quarter Pistol
WARTAC CQC

Certificate of Appreciation by the NCDD for helping to co-lead small group breakout sessions at the Summer Session held at the Harvard School of Law in Cambridge, MA
National College for DUI Defense

Certification as a Evidentiary Breath Alcohol Technician
Industrial Training & Design

Certification as a Standardized Forensic Sobriety Test Instructor
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Innternational Association of Chiefs of Police

Certification in Forensic Sobriety Assessment
Forensic Sobriety Assessment, LLC

Certification as a Criminal Trial Advocate
National Board of Trial Advocacy, a Pennsylvania Supreme Court Approved Agency

Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Accepted Jurisdictions
Pennsylvania Jurdictions
Pennsylvania
Since 2001
Experience
  • Chairman/CEO
    The McShane Firm, LLC
    2003
  • Assistant Lawyer
    County of Dauphin
    2001
  • Certified Legal Intern conducting trials
    County of Dauphin
    1999
Education
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Dickinson School of Law
J.D. (2001) | Law
Graduation year: 2001
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Franklin & Marshall College
B.A. | Government and International Affairs
Graduation year: 1998
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University of Limerick Law Department
Semester Abroad | Law
Graduation year: 1997
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Georgetown Preparatory School
High School
Graduation year: 1994
Associations
American Academy of Forensic Science (AAFS)-Jurisprudence Section Professional Association
American Academy of Forensic Science (AAFS)-Jurisprudence Section
has membership
Current
National Shooting Sports Foundation Professional Association
National Shooting Sports Foundation
Individual Supporter
2016 - Current
National Shooting Sports Foundation
                        
                                                     # 103422 Professional Association
National Shooting Sports Foundation  # 103422
Individual Supporter
2016 - Current
National Rifle Association
                        
                                                     # 214778856 Professional Association
National Rifle Association  # 214778856
Life has membership
2015 - Current
National Rifle Association has membership
                        
                                                     # 214778856 Professional Association
National Rifle Association has membership  # 214778856
Life has membership
2015 - Current
DUI Defense Lawyers Association (DUIDLA) Professional Association
DUI Defense Lawyers Association (DUIDLA)
Charter has membership
2014 - Current
The National Trial Lawyers Professional Association
The National Trial Lawyers
has membership
2013 - Current
Advisory Committee for the Evaluation of Controlled Substance Analogs (ACECSA) Professional Association
Advisory Committee for the Evaluation of Controlled Substance Analogs (ACECSA)
Voting has membership
2013 - Current
The National College for DUI Defense Professional Association
The National College for DUI Defense
Sustaining has membership
2013 - Current
American Chemical Society, Chemistry and the Law Division Professional Association
American Chemical Society, Chemistry and the Law Division
Co-chairman of the Forensic Science section
2011 - Current
Society for Analytical Chemists of Pittsburgh Professional Association
Society for Analytical Chemists of Pittsburgh
Lifetime has membership
2010 - Current
American Association for Clinical Chemistry Professional Association
American Association for Clinical Chemistry
has membership
2010 - Current
Association of Analytical Communities Professional Association
Association of Analytical Communities
has membership
2010 - Current
American College of Forensic Examiners International Professional Association
American College of Forensic Examiners International
has membership
2010 - Current
American Institute of Chemists Professional Association
American Institute of Chemists
Fellow
2010 - Current
American Society for Testing and Materials Professional Association
American Society for Testing and Materials
has membership
2010 - Current
Chromatography Forum of Delaware Valley Professional Association
Chromatography Forum of Delaware Valley
has membership
2010 - Current
Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice Source Code Coalition Professional Association
Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice Source Code Coalition
has membership
2010 - Current
American Society for Quality (ASQ): Measurement Quality and Statistics
                        
                                                     # 64116307 Professional Association
American Society for Quality (ASQ): Measurement Quality and Statistics  # 64116307
has membership
2010 - Current
National Conference of Standards Laboratories International Professional Association
National Conference of Standards Laboratories International
has membership
2010 - Current
National Fire Protection Association Professional Association
National Fire Protection Association
has membership
2010 - Current
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Professional Association
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
has membership
2010 - Current
Pennsylvania Association for Drunk Driving Defense Lawyers (PADDDA) Professional Association
Pennsylvania Association for Drunk Driving Defense Lawyers (PADDDA)
Founding has membership/President
2010 - Current
Pennsylvania Innocence Project Professional Association
Pennsylvania Innocence Project
Founding has membership
2009 - Current
National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Law (NORML) Professional Association
National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Law (NORML)
has membership
2009 - Current
Central PA Local Section of the American Chemical Society Professional Association
Central PA Local Section of the American Chemical Society
has membership
2009 - Current
American Chemical Society (ACS) Analytical Chemistry Division, Chemical Toxicology Division, Chemistry & the Law Division Professional Association
American Chemical Society (ACS) Analytical Chemistry Division, Chemical Toxicology Division, Chemistry & the Law Division
has membership
2009 - Current
National College for DUI Defense Professional Association
National College for DUI Defense
State Delegate/ Super Delegate for District 3/ Sustaining has membership
2005 - Current
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Professional Association
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
has membership
2003 - Current
American Trial Lawyer Association Professional Association
American Trial Lawyer Association
has membership
2003 - Current
American Association for Justice Professional Association
American Association for Justice
has membership
2003 - Current
Federal Bar Association Professional Association
Federal Bar Association
has membership
2003 - Current
Pennsylvania Bar Association Professional Association
Pennsylvania Bar Association
has membership
2001 - Current
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Rising Stars Section Professional Association
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Rising Stars Section
Co-chair of Rising Stars (Young Lawyers) Division
2001 - Current
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Professional Association
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
has membership
2001 - Current
Dauphin County Bar Association Professional Association
Dauphin County Bar Association
has membership
2001 - Current
American Bar Association Professional Association
American Bar Association
has membership
2001 - Current
DUI Defense Lawyers Association Justice Foundation Professional Association
DUI Defense Lawyers Association Justice Foundation
Trustee
2014 - 2016
National College for DUI Defense Professional Association
National College for DUI Defense
State Delegate National Coordinator
2014 - 2014
Costs
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    Free 120 minute consultation with one of our expert DUI attorneys
  • Payment With Credit Card
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