Jesse Sayre Shapiro

Jesse Sayre Shapiro

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Durham, NC
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation

400 Corasdaile Dr, Suite 300, Durham, NC

About Jesse

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Workers Compensation 100%

Jesse Shapiro is Certified as a Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law by the NC State Bar. Jesse has dedicated nearly two decades to fighting for the rights of injured workers across North Carolina

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

25%-25%


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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 26 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2000

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Location

Kornbluth Ginsberg Law Group, PA

400 Corasdaile Dr, Suite 300, Durham, NC, 27705

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Jesse Sayre Shapiro's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Personal Injury

Posted by Robert | March 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Helping me with something that I had never been through.

My first call to Mr. Shapiro was just to ask basic questions and it turned out to be very informative with doctors names that I really needed to pursue for my second opinion. Once my surgery and most of my recovery was done I contacted Mr. Shapiro again and he was extremely helpful in my final proces...s of my injury claim. Thank you for all of your help in this matter.

Jesse Shapiro

Replied last March 23, 2021

Thank you very much Robert. I hope the best for you in the future and please stay in touch!

Posted by Brandon | May 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Great attorney!

My case felt awful and I wasn't sure what to do. Jesse took over and it was like a weight was lifted. All I had to do was go to the appointments he got me and get the treatment I needed. I rarely needed to contact him and he consistently stayed on top of things. I would reccomend him to anyone as a d...iligent and trustworthy attorney.

Jesse Shapiro

Replied last May 08, 2020

Brandon, Thank you so much for the kind works. It was a pleasure to represent you and I am glad we got you a great result!

Posted by Joshua | August 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Reasonable, caring and gets results

Mr shapiro took my case , had my back when the insurance company tryed to force me back to work and limit the care I needed. In the end I got the treatment I needed for recovery and the settlement I deserved . Couldn't ask for a better man , lawyer, a lawyer that looks out for the little people and g...oes toe to toe with the big insurance company's . Allways a call away , even gives his cell number if you need him. One of the best decisions I made was hiring him . Thank you Jesse for giving me my life back .

Jesse Shapiro

Replied last August 09, 2017

Thank you for your kind words. It was my pleasure to work with you and fight for proper medical care and a fair result.

Posted by Abigail | August 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Worker's compensation claim

The personal as well as professional service I received was above expectation. I highly recommend Mr. Shapiro and his team of paralegals to anyone in need of not only legal guidance, but compassion following injury. The highest rating possible goes to he and his legal team. Abigail Hall

Jesse Shapiro

Replied last August 09, 2017

Thank you so much for your comment. We strive to provide the best service we can. Being involved in a workers' compensation case is very stressful and we do everything we can to keep clients informed and well cared for.

Posted by Lindsay | May 17, 2010 | Personal Injury

An Amazing Workers Comp Lawyer

I really appreciate how much help Jesse Shapiro has been in my workers comp case. Along with the other people that have written reviews, I have only positive things to say about my experience. Everything they brought up I absolutely agree with. Once I started to feel my case became to hard to ha...ndle on my own I started looking into worker’s comp lawyers. He was able to take off the stress of getting my benefits reinstated and was able to get things accomplished much faster than I could have done on my own. He was able to get more done in a few days than I had done on my own in a few weeks. I was able to concentrate on recovering from surgery instead of worrying about dealing with the insurance company. He always responds quickly whenever I have a question or concern and is just as fast to deal with and resolve any problems. After I began working with him I he earned my complete trust he was honest and worked for my best interests. I am so glad I found Jesse to represent me, after talking to a few other attorneys, including a bigger law firm I had worked with after a car accident, I wasn’t sure what I should do. The difference was huge compared to my previous experience. I know he knows who I am instead of feeling like a case number and I can always reach him directly instead of having messages passed along and waiting a few days for a response. He is always friendly and helpful and anytime something comes up I know he will make it a priority to fix it as soon as possible. His experience and knowledge in this specific type of law is impressive and reassuring. He brought up responsibilities of the insurance company after recovery I had no idea about. After meeting with him the first time I was sure that I wanted to work with him and I have never regretted it. I would strongly recommend him to my family and friends if they needed a workers comp attorney; as well as anyone on this website researching an attorney for help.

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Jesse Sayre Shapiro's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jeffrey Stinson

Unknown lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Highly skilled and respected in the legal community."

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Bobby Bollinger

Workers compensation lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jesse for a number of years, and I have found him to be an excellent advocate for injured workers. I would not hesitate to refer a client to him."

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Timothy Howard

Workers compensation lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jesse is an excellent workers' compensation attorney, as shown by the fact that he's a Board Certified Specialist. I highly recommend him to anyone in North Carolina looking for a workers comp attorney."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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J. Malone

Workers compensation lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jesse does a great job for his clients. I would highly recommend Jesse for any case involving an injured worker."

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Michael Bertics

Workers compensation lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jesse is an excellent advocate for the rights of injured workers. I have known Jesse for years and he is known for his ingenuity and zealous advocacy. He has proven his ability to take on, and win, difficult and complex cases that lesser lawyers could not effectively handle."

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Gilbert File

Workers compensation lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jesse Shapiro for almost 15 years. He has tremendous initiative and creativity, and he has worked on several uniquely complex matters. He has a strong rapport with his clients, he is always tremendously prepared and well-informed, and he is a very zealous advocate for his clients."

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Charles Guss Markwell

Workers compensation lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Jesse for over a decade and can attest to his passion for fighting for workers rights, for the underdog, and for those who find themselves facing difficult challenges. Jesse is a professional in every sense of the word, and I have no reservations about referring him as an attorney of choice."

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Michael Jordan

Workers compensation lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jesse for several years. He is an effective and caring advocate for his clients. Lawyers like Jesse are a credit to the legal profession. I am glad to know him, and I appreciate the work he does for injury victims. I am glad to recommend Jesse Shapiro."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Order of Service, NC Advocates for Justice

2015

Order of Service, North Carolina Advocates for Justice

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Order of Service, North Carolina Advocates for Justice

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Recognition for Extraordinary Service to NCAJ, NC Advocates for Justice

2011

Board Certified Specialist, North Carolina State Bar

2011

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

Board Certified Workers' Compensation Specialist, North Carolina State Bar

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Attorney, Kornbluth GInsberg Law Group, PA

2015 - 2024

Attorney, Wilson, Reives and Silverman, PLLC

2006 - 2014

Attorney, Law Office of Jesse Shapiro

2004 - 2006

Attorney, Arthur M. Blue Law Office PA

2001 - 2004

Associate, Hedrick, Eatman, Gardner and Kincheloe

2000 - 2001

Attorney, Arthur M. Blue Law Office, PA

Associations

2006 - Present

North Carolna Advocates for Justice

Member

2000 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

North Carolina State Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Beaulieu, et al v. EQ Industrial Services, et al

Settlement $7.85 Million

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Education

1999

Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

Colby College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

2012 Workers Comp Roundtable

How to Handle Medical Providers in Settlements

2009

Start Up Bootcamp

Starting your own law practice

Publications

2020

Wilson, Reives and Silverman, PLLC Blog Post Retaliatory Employment Descrimination Act and Your Rights

2020

Wilson, Reives and Silverman Blog Post Does Workers Compensation Cover Covid-19?

2020

Wilson, Reives and Sliverman Blog Post Telecommuting, Maurice the Cat and Workers' Compensation

Languages

English

Spanish

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