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Attorney M. David Shapiro graduated from the University of Florida, College of Journalism, in 1981. He graduated from Florida State University College of Law with honors in 1985 and was admitted to The Florida Bar the same year. While attending the Florida State University College of Law, Mr. Shapiro served on the Florida State Law Review, and published articles on The Safety Belt Law, as well as Libel and Defamation. Mr. Shapiro was also chosen to represent the Florida State College of Law in the National Moot Court and National Mock Trial competitions.
ExperienceAttorney M. David Shapiro is an AV-rated civil trial lawyer, the highest rating awarded to litigation attorneys. He is also board certified by the Florida Bar. Shapiro is an experienced trial lawyer who has earned the respect of his peers in the legal community. He has successfully litigated civil rights cases involving access to courts and rights under the Rehabilitation Act to the United States Supreme Court. He is admitted to practice in all of the Florida State Courts, the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida and the United States Court of Appeal for the Eleventh Circuit. For more than 20 years, Shapiro has practiced exclusively in the area of personal injury and wrongful death. Shapiro has also been a candidate for political office, and was narrowly defeated in 2006 in his bid for election to the Florida House of Representatives.
Community Involvement
Attorney M. David Shapiro is Treasurer of Children First, Trustee member of the Sarasota Chamber of Commerce, on the Board of Directors of the Sarasota Film Festival, and the Sarasota Civic League
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Posted by Jennifer | March 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Highly Recommend
David and his team worked efficiently to help me with a very difficult case when I was hit by a driver with a suspended license and no insurance. His team was professional and genuinely kind. I would definitely seek their expertise again, if needed
Posted by anonymous | August 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
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I was injured in a car accident when I discovered the law firm of Shapiro and Delgado. I am pleased with the professionalism and compassion Mr. Shapiro, Adam, and the entire firm greeted me with. During a time of such uncertainty and discomfort, I was constantly kept abreast of any and all correspo...
Posted by Gail | June 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Strategically Outstanding and Caring Attorney
My spouse was knocked down by another, resulting in the "personal injury" of a fracture, surgery and rehabilitation. That fall directly contributed to further falls and broken bones that occurred after "we" hired David. I, a formerly practicing attorney in a very technical field, became my spouse's...
Posted by Julie | March 22, 2021
An experienced, excellent lawyer who really cares
As a retired attorney, I am often asked for a recommendation to a competent, trustworthy lawyer. Because of my personal experience, I always feel very confident recommending David Shapiro. David knows the law and has proven his ability to get great results for his clients. While that is important, i...
Posted by Ron | March 16, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Highly recommend!
David Shapiro represented me recently. At all times I felt he was completely involved in my case. He is very professional and extremely knowledgeable and I felt he had an excellent strategy for handling my case. He is smart and compassionate. I would highly recommend him!
"David Shapiro is an excellent advocate for his clients. With over 30 years of experience, he has the necessary skills, knowledge base, and work ethic to get the job done for this clients."
"David is an excellent personal injury trial attorney that truly cares about the clients he represents. David is board certified and I strongly endorse David for any type of personal injury matter."
"I endorse this lawyer without reservation. I have known and worked with David for over 20 years. He is highly skilled and very passionate about his clients and their cases. A true "credit" to the legal profession."
"David is an excellent, highly skilled trial attorney with a wealth of experience. He has a well-deserved reputation as a conscientious, perceptive, and effective litigator. Even if he was not a board certified civil trial lawyer I would not hesitate to recommend him to a client in need of his services. Indeed, I have referred five clients to him with excellent results. In short, there is no one better in Sarasota!"
"David is very dedicated to his clients and has achieved substantial recoveries on behalf of numerous families."
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Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
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AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
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Board Certified - Mediation, Florida Bar
2014
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2013
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