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Matthew W Shafran
also known as Matt Shafran
About Matthew
Biography
Mr. Shafran has dedicated his legal career to zealously advocating for victims and seeking justice for others. Mr. Shafran grew up in Parkland, Florida until he attended Florida State University, where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Criminology. In 2012, he received his Juris Doctor in law at Nova Southeastern University College of Law.
Upon graduating law school, Mr. Shafran worked as an Assistant State Attorney in Palm Beach County, prosecuting those accused of committing crimes and representing victims of crimes. As a prosecutor, Mr. Shafran handled thousands of cases ranging from minor offenses like misdemeanors, all the way up to serious drug trafficking offenses and sexual battery.
With more than 50 trials under his belt and years of experience in the criminal justice system, Mr. Shafran knows what it takes to handle the complex legal issues in your case from the prefiling stages and all the way through a jury verdict. As a former prosecutor, he knows the intricacies and strategies a prosecutor uses to build their case. Now, when advocating on your behalf during this tough time in your life, he employs the tools and approach necessary to break the prosecutor’s case down.
As part of the criminal defense side of the practice, Mr. Shafran handles a wide range of offenses from criminal traffic offenses like DUI and suspended license, misdemeanors such as petit theft and domestic battery, and violent and serious felonies such as sexual battery, robbery, drug trafficking, DUI manslaughter and more.
Mr. Shafran is a Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rated lawyer who has received numerous awards including, The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 in both 2017 and 2019 and 10 Best Attorneys for exceptional and outstanding client service in 2017 by the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys.
Mr. Shafran is a member of the Palm Beach County Bar Association, Palm Beach Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and a member of the United States Concealed Carry Associations Critical Response Team.
Professional Associations and Memberships:
Palm Beach County Bar Association
Palm Beach County Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
United States Concealed Carry Association
Clients’ ChoiceAward 2019
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Licensed in Florida for 13 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Weinstein Legal
515 North Flagler Drive, Suite P-300, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401
Weinstein Legal
514 NE 13th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33304
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Matthew W Shafran's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense (60)
DUI & DWI (18)
Lawsuits & Disputes (15)
Expungement (10)
Drug Crime (7)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (6)
Violent Crime (4)
Car Accidents (3)
Domestic Violence (3)
Family (3)
Litigation (3)
Sex Crime (3)
Juvenile (2)
Civil Rights (1)
Employment & Labor (1)
Environmental and Natural Resources (1)
Gun Law (1)
Medical Malpractice (1)
White Collar Crime (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (93)
Advocacy (54)
Recommendation (35)
Responsiveness (26)
Practice Area Knowledge (25)
Professionalism (25)
Communication Style (18)
General Knowledge (14)
Compassion (11)
Character & Conduct (9)
Trustworthiness (8)
Cost of Services (7)
Punctuality (4)
Staff & Support (4)
Free Consultations (1)
Payment Plans (1)
Showing 6 - 10 of 26 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by Max | June 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Best lawyer around
Had a problem. He took care of it within 24 hours with ease. Made me feel comfortable about my situation. Would definitely recommend Matt to anyone who needs a great attorney!
Posted by Paula | May 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
THC OIL Possession Felony Charge
Mat was such a relief to our family! My son got a felony for possession of THC oil, I immediately started looking for legal assistance and was blessed to find Mathew Shafran. He responded the same day, always kept us abreast of the process, and although my son lives in a different city, he drove a fe...
Posted by Shelby | April 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Domestic Charges
I was facing a Felony Battery charge, with prior felonies on my record, He was able to negotiate a withhold and probation. He was consistently available for any questions I had throughout the case. He was very thorough and made sure to specify any and everything. I would recommend him 100%
Posted by Michael | February 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Real review. From someone who did research
I searched for a lawyer for weeks. I Went through pages and pages of reviews. After all was said and done I ended up with Matt Shafran/Bell. He answered me within minutes every time I asked him a question. Nothing changed after I paid, I still got the same attention. Had contact to his direct cell ph...
Posted by Marni | September 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Satisfied Customer
When I was arrested for for a DUI and felony drug charges I was terrified. I knew that there were a lot of lawyers out there but I wasn't sure who to choose. A good friend of mine recommended Matthew Shafran with Meltzer & Bell, PA. From the moment I called him sobbing until the cased was closed, he ...
Matthew W Shafran's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked against Matthew on numerous DUI cases while prosecuting in Palm Beach County, he handles all of his clients with the utmost care and attention and always worked cordially with the Prosecutors."
"I know Mr. Shafran to be a conscientious and zealous advocate for his clients. He has assisted several people I know with DUI issues and each was very happy with the outcome and the professionalism they received."
"I strongly endorse Attorney Shafran after consulting with him on an issue requiring an independent perspective. He quickly analyzed the facts and brought not only additional knowledge of the law to bear on the issue, but also an excellent perspective gained from experience in working with a variety of litigants. I welcome his straight forward, honest and candid style."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked both personally with Matthew as a prosecutor and against him as opposing counsel. Matt is both dedicated to his job and extremely good at what he does. I have seen first hand at the way he treats his clients and the results he gets. You cannot find a more passionate trustworthy lawyer around"
"One of the most dedicated lawyers I know. Mr. Shafran will successfully take on any criminal matter across the state."
"I endorse this lawyer. Their is no DUI too messy for Mr. Shafran. I would hire him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I've observed Mr. Shafran in court on many occasions. He makes his points firm and clear. Judges, attorneys and jurors always pay attention when Mr. Shafran speaks."
Seth Green
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2017
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Partner, Weinstein Legal
2015 - 2019
Attorney, Meltzer & Bell, P.A.
2014 - 2015
Attorney, Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.
2012 - 2014
Assistant State Attorney, Fifteenth Judicial Circuit in West Palm Beach
Associations
2015 - Present
Palm Beach Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2012 - Present
Palm Beach County Bar AssociationMember
Education
2012
Nova Southeastern University-Shepard Broad Law Center
Juris Doctor, J.D.
2009
Florida State University
Bachelor's of Science
Languages
English
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