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

Other places you can find Seth online.

Seth Shapiro's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

131 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Juvenile

Posted by Trudi | November 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Juvenile

Amazing experience!

We had a horrible experience that was instantly made better from the moment we hire Morris Law Firm. When our daughter was arrested for fake ID and minor in possession of alcohol, we didn't know what to do or where to turn. This was our first experience navigating something like this and had to just ...trust our internet searches and reviews of other people who had to go through this type of case. Luckily, we found Morris Law. From the first call we received from Attorney Shapiro, we knew we were in good hands. He was very knowledgeable and self assured. Walked us through the process and all possible outcomes. He was very meticulous about the case and his research into everything about the case. What could have been a very bad thing, ended with the best possible outcome in a very short period of time! We cannot thank Attorney Shapiro for taking such great care of our case and his availability to answer any and all questions we had at any time.

Posted by George | August 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Juvenile

Great Representation!

Seth Shapiro handled my son's juvenile case with great care and deliberation. He was extremely clear in his requests for information from me and was able to explain in concise language what was happening, deciphering the complexities of all the legalese, and giving me confidence in his strategy. A...fter calling for a consultation I felt that Seth was who I needed in my son's corner and hired him shortly after. Seth was very attentive to my son's legal needs and was always quick to get back with me about any questions I had. I would definitely recommend Seth Shapiro and the Morris Law Firm to anyone who needs legal advice and representation.

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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

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Clifford Wells

Unknown lawyer

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Gregory Hurchalla

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Misa Everist

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Raymond Ravis

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Chelsie Lamie

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Andrew Pardun

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Ryan Whittemore

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Catherine Saylor

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Christina Xenakis

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Jeffrey Morris

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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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