Nina Shapirshteyn

Nina Shapirshteyn

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Personal injury Lawyer at San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury

19 Tehama Street, Suite A, San Francisco, CA

About Nina

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

40%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 17 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2009

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 18 years

State: California

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Abramsom Smith Waldsmith LLP

19 Tehama Street, Suite A, San Francisco, CA, 94105

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Nina Shapirshteyn's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

5 star (22)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Emel | February 2, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Deeply grateful

Ms. Shapirshteyn went above and beyond in handling my case. The way she navigated it end-to-end at every juncture of the process made me feel so confident and at ease during what was otherwise a highly stressful situation for me and 60 other people. She was incredibly responsive, detail-oriented, ...and knowledgeable, and she made sure nothing was overlooked. As a result of her fast action on this case, we prevented a larger issue and were protected. If you’re looking for a lawyer who is both highly capable and deeply attuned to their clients, I can’t recommend Ms. Shapirshteyn enough.

Posted by Shelley Coleman | January 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Big Picture Strategy, Precise Execution

Nina Shapirshteyn is a resolute trial advocate. She has demonstrated time and again that her instincts are solid, and her delivery is spot on. One factor that accounts for her success is her impressive attention to detail while maintaining the ability to see the big picture. In one product case, we ...tracked down Other Similar Incident victims of the product across the country. Nina conducted depositions in multiple jurisdictions. She was able to argue the relevance of each incident in proving notice and defect on our client's behalf to a successful conclusion. At trial she methodically presents strong evidence with clear and effective visuals and expert testimony. Her extensive trial experience, combined with her time on the San Mateo County bench, makes her an obvious choice for representation.

Posted by E | January 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A Truly Exceptional Attorney Who Went Above and Beyond

Nina Shapirshteyn is an exceptional attorney. She took on my sister’s case when no one else was willing to help and even handled it pro bono because she believed in my sister, knew she needed support, and recognized that she had nowhere else to turn. Despite other attorneys dismissing the case or sa...ying it wasn’t worth much, Nina achieved an outstanding outcome—far beyond what we ever expected. She secured a settlement significantly higher than what anyone else thought possible. I am incredibly grateful for her dedication, compassion, and expertise. I highly recommend this firm.

Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2026 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Fierce advocate with stellar reputation

If you’re looking for an attorney with a brilliant legal mind, captivating personality, and a genuine heart for her clients, look no further than Nina. She is a fierce advocate for justice who navigates even the most complex cases with ease and confidence. I’ve had the privilege of watching her in ...trial alongside several other attorneys, and she is truly a force. She has a natural ability to captivate a jury, which consistently leads to the tremendous verdicts she has attained. She is authentic. Nina doesn't just represent you; she fights for you with everything she’s got, and anyone would be lucky to have her in their corner.

Posted by Darci | January 15, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Dedicated, deeply invested and persistent

I cannot recommend Nina Shapirshteyn highly enough. After my car accident, I suffered a traumatic brain injury that affected nearly every part of my life for six months. I struggled to walk up and down stairs, go to work, look at screens, exercise, and manage daily tasks. I dealt with constant migrai...nes, insomnia, and fell behind at work during a very overwhelming time. Nina was incredibly patient, compassionate, and deeply invested in my case from the very beginning. She was meticulous, thorough, and always took the time to explain things clearly, making sure I felt supported and informed every step of the way. Without Nina’s expertise and tenacity, I truly believe I would have been swallowed up by insurance companies and opposing lawyers. Instead, her persistence and skill helped win my case. I am forever grateful for her advocacy and care, and I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone in need of a dedicated and exceptional attorney.

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Nina Shapirshteyn's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nicholas Menasche

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Nina for more than a decade, and I know her to be diligent, incredibly smart, hardworking, and creative in coming up with the best legal strategies for her client. Nina is a credit to the profession of law and gets her clients fantastic results. For that reason, not only do I endorse Nina, but surely I will refer business to her in the future."

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Fatima Silva

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working on a case with Nina and she is the definition of a true advocate. Nina is relentless, sharp, and aggressive in a courtroom. She leaves no stone unturned and refuses to take no for an answer. I often consult Nina on matters, especially when I feel I have exhausted all possibilities, and her guidance proves extremely helpful over and over again. Aside from her smarts, she is fun to work with. She is passionate and loves what she does. If you are looking for a zealous advocate to represent you, I would highly recommend Nina."

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Paul Smith

Litigation lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nina Shapirshteyn is a fierce and passionate protector and advocate for her clients. She knows the law, but more importantly she knows people and she cares about them. That is why Nina has devoted her career to fighting injustice. Clients can rest assured that Nina will leave no stone unturned in seeking justice for them. She is incredibly smart and thorough. She has the uncanny ability to take complicated legal issues and simplify them."

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Nicholas Menasche

Litigation lawyer

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Fatima Silva

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Trial Lawyer of the Year, Santa Clara County Trial Lawyers

2017

Certificate of Appreciation, Plaintiff Magazine

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Trial Lawyer of the Year, San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Top Verdicts of 2015, Daily Journal

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Certificate of Appreciation, Plaintiff Magazine

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2026 - Present

Partner, Abramson Smith Waldsmith, LLP

2023 - 2025

Judge, Superior Court Of California, County Of San Mateo

2022 - 2023

Founder and President, Fight With Ukraine, Nonprofit

2013 - 2023

Partner, Alexander Law Group

2007 - 2012

Attorney, O'Reilly Collins

Associations

2023 - Present

International Academy of Trial Lawyers

San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association

Consumer Attorneys of California

Santa Clara County Trial Lawyers Association

American Board of Trial Advocates, CAL-ABOTA

Sample of Legal Cases

Burn case product liability

$20 million settlement

Defective medical device injury

$79.8 million jury verdict

Sexual abuse case

$30 million judgement

insurance bad faith case

$4.6 million

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Education

2007

Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

University of California - San Diego

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

New Lawyer CLE Seminar

Punitive Damages

2015

New Lawyers' Division CLE

Statement of Compliance: Hold them to it

2014

New Lawyers Division

Discovery in Dangerous Condition Cases Against Public Entities - Handling 23 USC Section 409

2011

WTLA CLE Seminar

Statutory Offer to Compromise

Publications

Languages

Russian

English

Ukrainian

Activity

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