Seth Shapiro

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Seth Shapiro

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 10 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Saint Petersburg, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, White Collar Crime ... +6 more

111 Second Avenue NE, Suite 515, Saint Petersburg, FL

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About Seth

Biography

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

Practice Areas

9

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 20%

20%
DUI and DWI 10%

10%
Domestic Violence 10%

10%
Expungement 10%

10%
Juvenile Law 10%

10%
Sex Crime 10%

10%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

10%
Violent Crime 10%

10%
White Collar Crime 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2024 2023
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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 10 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2015

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Seth Shapiro

111 Second Avenue NE, Suite 515, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33701

criminalattorneystpetersburg.com

Online Presence

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Seth Shapiro's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

131 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 24 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Exceeded my expectations!

I hired Seth based on Internet reviews and I was not disappointed! He is very knowledgeable and exceeded my expectations by far! Seth truly cares about his clients and does the work that it takes to get the outcome they deserve. He goes above and beyond. The baseless case against me was dismissed as ...it should have been. I highly recommend him and would definitely hire him again if needed.

Posted by anonymous | July 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Seth Shapiro at Morris Law Firm: Amazing

The Morris Law Firm helped me tremendously in a time of anxiety and high stress. Seth Shapiro fought for my justice and was able to help close my case in a way that is often hard to obtain. His communication was immediate and helpful with insight of both counsel and advice on how to proceed within th...e next steps of my case. The Morris Law Firm wants their clients' rights to be protected and their integrities to be shown regardless of the situation. As a client, I felt cared for, respected, and at ease knowing that my attorney was continually exploring every legal option on my behalf. My attorney explained every process and law in detail to me, proving that he knew the information like the back of his hand. I would recommend this law firm ten times over and more.

Posted by David | February 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Seth Shapiro at Morris Law

Seth Shapiro was not only knowledgeable regarding the law, he was also able to provide valuable insight pertaining to the colleagues that would be representing other parties, the attorneys that would be representing the state, and even the Judge that would be presiding over the hearings had our case... gone to trial. He was able to provide these insights within two days of my hiring the Morris Law Firm, giving me a much needed "general feeling" of what I could expect from the other parties involved and how things would proceed in the court. I quickly began to see that Seth was well regarded and trusted by his colleagues in the legal system, often able to work out agreements with the other attorneys before they reached the court, saving everyone time and money. Seth provided solid legal advice on how to navigate the situations presented to me, even when they were poor scenarios at best, or not what I wanted to hear. Seth brought the situations to me in a realistic and factual manner, understood my emotional state in choosing my options, then spoke to me in a needed manner when cooler heads had to prevail. In the short time I delt with Seth, I quickly learned to trust his opinion and place my faith in him fully to make the best decisions for me in what became a great outcome for us. I hope to never need the full extent of his services- but he has gained my full confidence in any legal matter.

Posted by anonymous | February 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Couldn’t have asked for a better attorney to represent me

I was arrested for domestic battery. Released on ROR and immediately contacted Mr. Shapiro’s office. Received a phone call back within minutes. He explained the case, the options, the best and worst case scenarios and immediately put me at ease in such a stressful and unknown situation. My record was... clean up until this situation happened and I worried a lot about my future, how it will impact my life, my job, my family, my kids…Mr. Shapiro took the matter in his hands, advised me on any and every small detail, was in constant communication, answered every question. He built a strong case in my defense and got the case fully dropped by the State. He is working on processing expungement right now. Mr. Shapiro was the calm during the storm and provided me not only with legal support, but also emotional and moral one, reassuring me when I was in doubt. Couldn’t have asked for a better attorney to represent me. Thank you! Forever grateful!

Posted by Cristina | September 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Excellent, first-class Attorney

I have used Morris Law Firm and Seth Shapiro on two separate occasions over the course of the last few years with superb results. Seth is an excellent attorney and I cannot recommend him enough. After consulting with several other attorneys and then speaking with Seth, you will immediately note the d...ifference in the caliber of attorney you are dealing with. Seth is confident, extremely knowledgeable, professional, and dedicated. He is very thorough and assertive when handling your case and fighting for you. Unlike many attorneys just looking to collect a fee, Seth is completely honest up front and closely examines the facts, and gives you his honest deliberation on the outcomes and possibilities with your case and whether or not he believes you have a strong position. This is a first-class law firm with superior attorneys; Seth being among the best of the best. I would strongly refer him to anyone seeking legal representation within the scope of law he practices. Excellent attorney.

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Seth Shapiro's Lawyer Endorsements

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Catherine Henry

Domestic violence lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"After having known Seth for years as a colleague on criminal matters, it came as no surprise when we were opposing counsel on a civil injunction case that he was responsive, easy to work with, and also had a client-centered approach to the case. As injunctions require quick action due to short timelines for hearing, Seth responded immediately upon my first call and worked with me to reach a resolution that made both of our clients comfortable moving forward. He is professional, knowledgeable, and experienced in motion practice. But what separates Seth from others is that while he is willing and able to fight, he knows when to pick battles to reach the best outcome for his client. I strongly recommend hiring Seth Shapiro."

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Belinda Lazzara

Domestic violence lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Clifford Wells

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 31

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."

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Jason Herman

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Seth is a knowledgeable, confident criminal defense attorney. Would recommend his firm to anyone seeking criminal defense counsel."

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Misa Everist

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Andrew Pardun

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Catherine Saylor

Unknown lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean-Kelly Xenakis

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Leslie Sammis

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Joshua Poe

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Christina Xenakis

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeffrey Morris

Unknown lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work for criminal matters."

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Maria Hale

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tyler Brown

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Summer Goldman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Catherine Henry

Domestic violence lawyer

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Belinda Lazzara

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Jason Herman

Unknown lawyer

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Clifford Wells

Unknown lawyer

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Gregory Hurchalla

Unknown lawyer

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Misa Everist

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Raymond Ravis

Unknown lawyer

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Chelsie Lamie

Unknown lawyer

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Andrew Pardun

Unknown lawyer

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Ryan Whittemore

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Catherine Saylor

Admiralty and maritime lawyer

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Kristan Coad

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Sean-Kelly Xenakis

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Christina Xenakis

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Jeffrey Morris

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2024

Client's Choice, Avvo

2024

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

Client's Choice, Avvo

2022

Client's Choice, Avvo

2021

Client's Choice, Avvo

2020

Client's Choice, Avvo

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney at Law, Morris Law Firm

Associations

2015 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2015 - Present

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2015 - Present

St. Petersburg Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Hillsborough County Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Pinellas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2015 - Present

Hillsborough County Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2014 - Present

Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honor Society

Member

2001 - Present

Phi Kappa Phi National Academic Honor Society

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Domestic Battery - Pinellas County

No Information (case dismissed), No Jail, No Probation

Battery; Obstructing Or Resisting Officer Without Violence - Pinellas County

Withhold of Adjudication, No Jail, No Probation

Possession of Marijuana; Outstanding Warrant - Pinellas County

Withhold of Adjudication, No Jail, No Probation

Loitering And Prowling - Pinellas County

No Information (case dismissed), No Jail, No Probation

Disorderly Intoxication - Disturbance - Pinellas County

No Information (case dismissed), No Jail, No Probation

Domestic Battery - Pinellas County

No Information (case dismissed), No Jail, No Probation

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Education

2014

Stetson University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor (Cum Laude - With Honors)

2001

University of South Florida

MBA - Master of Business Administration

1994

Stetson University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

Languages

English

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