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  • Saint Petersburg, FL
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Seth Shapiro
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About Seth

Tampa Bay's Aggressive Criminal Defense & Trial Law Firm. Call 24/7 for a Free Consultation.

Seth Shapiro is a partner of Morris Law Firm, P.A.  Mr. Shapiro is responsible for representing clients who have felony or misdemeanor offenses with a focus on white collar cases.  Mr. Shapiro also handles sealing and expungement of criminal cases and traffic offenses for clients in the Tampa Bay area.

Prior to practicing law, Mr. Shapiro was an executive with a locally-based enterprise systems, software and services company that at its height reported $3.6 billion in revenue with 700 offices in 35 countries, more than 15,000 associates and 60,000 customers.

Mr. Shapiro’s combination of a solid legal foundation with extensive business experience allows him to address complex white collar criminal cases and negotiate the best possible results for clients facing criminal charges.

A Strong Legal Education that Benefits Clients 
Mr. Shapiro attended Stetson University College of Law where he received his Juris Doctorate and graduated Cum Laude, ranking in the top 10 percent of his class.  Mr. Shapiro was also selected to the Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honor Society.

Stetson University College of Law is ranked No. 1 for trial advocacy and No. 2 for legal writing by U.S. News & World Report in 2015 and has provided Mr. Shapiro his outstanding legal foundation.

Mr. Shapiro also holds a Master of Business Administration degree from University of South Florida where he graduated in the Phi Kappa Phi National Academic Honor Society that recognizes graduate students in the top 10 percent of the class.

Mr. Shapiro’s MBA degree in addition to his JD degree enables him to understand the complexities of business, corporate procedure and finance that allows him to provide outstanding representation for those clients accused of white collar crimes.

Professional Associations 
Mr. Shapiro is a member of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, a member of the Pinellas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and a member of the St. Petersburg Bar Association.

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

111 Second Avenue NE
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111 Second Avenue NE
Suite 515
St. Petersburg, FL, 33701

Office (727) 388-4736

Website

https://www.criminalattorneystpetersburg.com

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
FLMember in Good Standing201504/19/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Client's ChoiceAvvo2019
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Client's ChoiceAvvo2017
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Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Attorney at LawMorris Law Firm2015 - Present
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2015 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2015 - Present
St. Petersburg Bar AssociationMember2015 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar AssociationMember2015 - Present
Pinellas Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2015 - Present
Hillsborough County Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2015 - Present
Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honor SocietyMember2014 - Present
Phi Kappa Phi National Academic Honor SocietyMember2001 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Amazon Books PublicationWhat You Must Know If You Have Been Arrested For DUI2016
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Stetson University College of LawJD - Juris Doctor (Cum Laude - With Honors)2014
University of South FloridaMBA - Master of Business Administration2001
Stetson UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts1994
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Domestic Battery - Pinellas CountyNo Information (case dismissed), No Jail, No Probation
Battery; Obstructing Or Resisting Officer Without Violence - Pinellas CountyWithhold of Adjudication, No Jail, No Probation
Possession of Marijuana; Outstanding Warrant - Pinellas CountyWithhold of Adjudication, No Jail, No Probation
Loitering And Prowling - Pinellas CountyNo Information (case dismissed), No Jail, No Probation
Disorderly Intoxication - Disturbance - Pinellas CountyNo Information (case dismissed), No Jail, No Probation
Domestic Battery - Pinellas CountyNo Information (case dismissed), No Jail, No Probation

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Exceptional lawyer

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Seth Shapiro is an exceptional lawyer. He is extremely knowledgeable and responsive. He truly is a lawyer that cares and makes you feel comfortable. I would recommend him and his legal expertise.

These are the lawyers you want on your side

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When I was uncertain on what to do or how to handle my case against me I looked for support and help from The Morris Law Firm and I was connected to my lawyer Seth Shapiro he was very efficient, very knowledgeable, he broke down things to every step on how everything is to be handled he inform me on how he was going to help me with my case he always made sure that I understood the pros and cons of the situation he was great and I appreciate everything he has done on my behalf and all charges were dropped against me I didn't even have to go court he represented me on my behalf if you want good people working for you this is the law firm you want and Seth Shapiro as your lawyer.

Couldn’t have asked for a better outcome

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From the moment I first spoke to Seth I felt confident that I was being represented by the best of the best. The amount of information I was provided exceeded any expectations. I was well briefed on all possibilities and Seth was extremely honest with me. It was a relief to see how much care and drive was being put into my case. Not only was my entire case dropped thanks to Seth, I was also informed of crucial details about my record that the courts failed to mention. Overall 10/10, amazing personality, professional service and a caring person. Thank you for everything.
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The terminator of cases

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Seth Shapiro took care of my case and what else can i say besides he handled my case like he was Mike Tyson in his prime. He understood that i was currently overseas on a deployment and took the that into consideration when contacting me with updates on my case. NOT ONCE did i have to contact him to get updates. He was always on time, and professional. My case was handled with no extra baggage, no extra court fees, no court date or anything. Let’s just say this, his office number and email are saved in my phone. If i ever have another issue i know exactly who I’m calling and that’s Mr. Seth Shapiro
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Hire Seth.

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From the very first consult to the conclusion of the case, Seth was on top of everything. He explained every minute detail of the process, where things were, was transparent about potential scenarios, offered great insights even when we hit some bumps, and eventually got my case dismissed entirely. He helped me through an extremely stressful time and was worth every cent. I couldn’t recommend him enough and won’t ever be able to thank him properly for the job he did.
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Such an amazing law firm !

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He was so informative and positive . Professional yet personable . Went way and beyond what he had to do . We are so thankful for everything he did for us !! Will recommend your law firm to anyone who needs your services without hesitation .
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Outstanding!

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Outstanding representation by Seth Shapiro of the Morris Law Firm. Highly recommended for their professionalism, diligence, and acumen.
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Definately the Firm to Hire Fighting a Domestic charge

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From the very moment I began my search for an Attorney the stress level began to increase knowing that my livelihood would completely rely on who I chose, However the decision wasn't that difficult. The conversation from the time it started with Seth Shapiro set my mind at ease. The details of my case were discussed in such a professional manner, he educated me on all of the steps of the process and prepared me for any situation that may come about. Seth was knowledgeable and compassionate throughout the case with continuous contact and returned phone calls for questions I had. He was not only compassionate but honest and timely. The charges if pursued would have ruined my career but he had the experience to keep that from happening. I can say this; if your looking for an Attorney that involves any circumstance in your life that is or can be life altering and you need them to return your calls and discuss the hardships throughout the case or just to listen to your thoughts and answer your questions, this is the team to hire. Seth Shapiro was hands down one of the most in touch compassionate people I have ever spoken to. Thanks to the Morris Law Firm for defending consumers and keeping it Honest and Professional.
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satisfied client

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I hired Seth Shapiro to defend me after a domestic incident in which I was wrongfully blamed and arrested. Seth personally delivered photo evidence of my wounds to the prosecutor who then agreed to dismiss the charges against me. I would like to thank Seth. His communication was personable. He listened to my concerns and reacted to them immediately. I highly recommend Seth Shapiro.
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5 Star Selection

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I hired Seth as a Canadian charged with a misdemeanor in Florida. He did an excellent job for me resulting in a full dismissal. This case was unique and I believe that Seth did an outstanding job at getting top results.
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Belinda Lazzara, Uncontested divorce Attorney on May 29, 2020
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Absolute professional. Always happy to have Seth on the other side of a case. He is practical, accessible and no nonsense. He does a great job for his clients without making the case unnecessarily contentious or personal.

Clifford Wells, Car accident Attorney on Oct 31, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Seth is a phenomenal attorney. He knows the inns and outs of the law as well as the strategies that cannot be taught.

Jason Herman, Insurance Attorney on Oct 31, 2017
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Seth is a knowledgeable, confident criminal defense attorney. Would recommend his firm to anyone seeking criminal defense counsel.

Misa Everist, Litigation Attorney on Nov 30, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Seth is an intelligent, capable, and organized attorney. He and his firm provide excellent representation to their clients. I would highly recommend Seth.

Andrew Pardun, Real estate Attorney on Mar 10, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.

Catherine Saylor, Admiralty and maritime Attorney on Dec 1, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Sean-Kelly Xenakis, Car accident Attorney on Sep 3, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Leslie Sammis

I've known Seth for many years and I am happy to recommend his services or the services of his firm for a criminal defense or DUI cases in Pinellas County and the surrounding areas. I've seen his work and the work of his firm in several cases and I'm always impressed with their hard work and tenacity.

Joshua Poe, Licensing Attorney on Jul 27, 2015
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I worked with Seth for many years in business and he excels in a multitude of areas. Seth has now applied his keen intellect to the legal profession and I would highly recommend him to friends and other counsel seeking exceptional guidance in the area of criminal law.

Christina Xenakis, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 24, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Jeffrey Morris, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 17, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer's work for criminal matters.

Maria Hale, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 15, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Tyler Brown, Insurance Attorney on Jul 14, 2015
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Seth Shapiro is a very intelligent and hard working attorney. He has tireless attention to detail, and unwavering dedication to his clients and his craft. His insight and knowledge of his cases are unmatched and his courtroom presence marks him as a superb advocate.

Summer Goldman, Sex crime Attorney on Jul 14, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

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