Ron founded The Law Offices of Ronald J. Shook in 2011. He advises clients on all aspects of criminal defense, traffic law, immigration, gun rights and personal injury cases. He practices in Gaston and Mecklenburg Counties.

Ron was raised in Gaston County and currently lives in Belmont, NC with his wife and three children.

The son of a single mother, Ben grew up always believing in the underdog, raised to understand the values of tenacity, persistence, and dedication—Qualities he brings to practicing law every day.   In 2005, Ben graduated with honors from Wake Forest University.  After several years in the private sector, he returned to the Wake Forest School of Law on a merit scholarship.  There, he served on the Honor Council and was recognized for high academic achievement.

After graduation in 2012, Ben began a legal career in litigation, arguing cases across North Carolina.  He settled in Gaston County to raise a family, joining the District Attorney’s office and later starting his own practice.

He brings a client-centered focus that aims to guide you through every step of your case, making sure you understand exactly what is going on, and advising you on every decision that needs to be made.

Alex is an integral part of our legal team, handling cases with compassion and efficiency. She focuses on issues related to criminal defense.  Alex is a native of San Luis Potosí, Mexico and is fluent in Spanish and English.

Mandy has worked as a paralegal for over 20 years. She handles administrative matters, bookkeeping and civil matters. A rare breed known as a native Charlottean, Mandy can trace her family back to General Robert E. Lee and beyond.