Shannon Gatlin

J. Shannon Gatlin is a distinguished labor and employment attorney who also serves as an Adjunct Professor at South Texas College of Law Houston. He is the head of the labor and employment practice group at Cokinos | Young, a law firm where he has built a notable career.12

Professional Background

Shannon Gatlin began his legal career as a Briefing Attorney to Justice William J. Boyce of the Texas Fourteenth Court of Appeals in Houston. He has extensive experience in briefing cases before state and federal courts at both trial and appellate levels, including the United States Supreme Court.1

Specializations and Certifications

Gatlin is Board Certified in Labor and Employment Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, making him the sole attorney with this distinction at his firm. He also serves as:

• A mediator for labor and employment cases throughout Texas
• A member of the American Arbitration Association's Panel of Employment Arbitrators1

Teaching and Mentoring

As an Adjunct Professor at South Texas College of Law in Houston, Gatlin has developed and teaches a novel practical skills course focused on drafting and negotiating employment agreements. This course reflects his passion for employment law and his commitment to mentoring young attorneys.1

Education

• J.D. from Wake Forest University School of Law (2008)
• B.A. from Duke University (1998)1

Additional Information

Before his legal career, Shannon Gatlin spent seven years in the television news industry, working as a reporter, anchor, and director. He is married with two children and resides in Fulshear, Texas.1

Shannon Gatlin is recognized as a thought leader in his field, regularly writing and presenting on various employment law topics. He has been named in Best Lawyers' "Ones to Watch" for Labor and Employment Law – Management & Litigation in 2022 and 2023.1