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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No misconduct found

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 - 3 of 3 reviews | Compassion

Posted by anonymous | August 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Excellent

I hired Jesse to get me the medical care I needed from my work injury. As soon as I hired him not only did he have me a doctor willing to do further investigation he had the care I needed and got to the bottom of it right away. He saw straight through the bull that the company’s doctor were putting m...e through. It was truly a breath of fresh air knowing someone truly cared and took time to understand the pain I was going through. Jesse Thank You sooo much

Jesse Shapiro

Replied last August 18, 2020

You are so very welcome and it was my pleasure to work with you!

Posted by paula | June 13, 2010 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Superior service from a caring, sensitive individual.

Mr Shapiro took my case when others wouldn't touch it. He was very sensitive to my needs taking time to listen whenever I needed him. He never acted like I asked stupid questions. Even after my case was setteled, he continues to remember me as a person, not a case number. I would recommend him to... anyone. Well prepared, knowelegable, more than capable. Thank you for all you did.

Posted by Rozita | April 12, 2010 | Workers Compensation

Excellent Lawyer

He does fabulous work in making sure that his client such as myself receives the necessary medical treatment to approve the injuries that has been sustained. He also is great at making sure that you receive any compensation that you deserve in a timely matter. Jesse Shapiro is one attorney that I m...ust say let's you know that he cares about you as a person as well as one of his clients. With all that I have been through with the injuries that I sustained in this school bus, some physicians had given up on the treatment, but Attorney Shapiro has made sure that my treatments and medication refills are done in a timely matter. I highly recommend him as an attorney if you have suffered from an injury while at work. He has made sure that my workers compensation is met in all aspects.

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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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J. Malone

Personal injury lawyer

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Michael Bertics

Workers compensation lawyer

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Gilbert File

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Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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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