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Joel F Shapiro
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Biography
Joel Shapiro, an attorney with over 25 years legal experience, has vast criminal defense skills and knowledge to help you. Joel has defended clients in superior and municipal court in all New Jersey counties.
A former public defender and public safety commissioner in Bound Brook
A former prosecutor in the following municipalities:
- Franklin Township
- South Bound Brook
- North Plainfield
Joel earned a BA from Oglethorpe University in Atlanta, Georgia and a JD fromRutgers University. He has been a presenter for continuing legal education, a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association and its municipal court section, a member of the Somerset County Bar Association and is qualified as a mediator by the New Jersey Supreme Court. Joel is also a founding member of The Justice Morris Pashman American Inn of Court.
He has served as law clerk to the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court-Bergen County and volunteer attorney for various non-profit organizations.
Mock Trial Attorney Coach for 4 years.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 250-250 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in New Jersey for 37 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1989
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2001
Location
Shapiro Law LLC
PO Box 368, Martinsville, NJ, 08836
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Joel F Shapiro's Reviews
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Posted by Michael | September 10, 2015 | Hired Attorney
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Excellent lawyer with great knowledge
Joel Shapiro is a very knowledgeable lawyer who has represented me on multiple occasions. When representing you he clearly states the possible results that may occur before you enter the courtroom which gives you a better understanding of your case. He aims for the best result with the prosecutor and...
Joel F Shapiro's Lawyer Endorsements
"Joel is a wonderful attorney and an all around fabulous person. He truly cares for his clients and his profession. He handles matters with diligence and skill to achieve the best possible results for his clients. He is smart, skilled, and caring."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2001.
Reprimanded issued in NJ, 2001
updated on 12/11/2014This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Admonition issued in NJ, 1997
updated on 12/11/2014An admonition means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar gives the lawyer an admonition in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Honors
1993
Pro Bono Publico, Sussex County Bar Association
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Owner, Shapiro Law LLC
2003 - 2009
Attorney, Deutch & Associates
2000 - 2003
Attorney, Finnerty & La Rocca
1997 - 2000
Attorney, Robert, Bradley, Blackman
1996 - 1997
Prosecuting Attorney, North Plainfield
1995 - 1996
Prosecuting Attorney, Franklin Township
1994 - 1995
Prosecuting Attorney, South Bound Brook
1993 - 1997
Owner, The Law Office of Joel Shapiro
1991 - 1993
Attorney, Clark, Leonard & Honit
1989 - 1991
Associate, Albert & Pescatorte
1988 - 1989
Clerk, Honorable Harvey R. Sorkow
Associations
2009 - Present
Somerset County Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationMunicipal Court Practice
1989 - Present
Somerset County Bar AssociationCriminal & Municipal Court Committee
Education
1989
Rutgers University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
Oglethorpe University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2008
National Business Institute Continuing Legal Education
Road map for divorce
Languages
English