Atty. Ellen Shapiro

Atty. Ellen Shapiro

Ellen Shapiro is a lawyer practicing maritime negligence, products liability, sexual harassment and 1 other area of law. Ellen received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1970, and has been licensed for 45 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 45 J. Erfahrung 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Ellen Shapiro at a glance

Ellen Shapiro is a discrimination, sexual harassment, product liability, and maritime attorney based in San Francisco, California. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (resigned) (1981), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1985), and California (1987). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 1980) and George Washington University (B.A., 1970). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ellen Shapiro is a lawyer practicing maritime negligence, products liability, sexual harassment and 1 other area of law
  • Ellen received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1970, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Ellen practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Ellen Shapiro's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ellen Shapiro handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workplace Discrimination

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Sexual Harassment

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Product Liability

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Francisco are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ellen Shapiro

Where is Ellen Shapiro's law office located?
Ellen Shapiro's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ellen Shapiro handle?
Ellen Shapiro focuses on discrimination, sexual harassment, product liability, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Ellen Shapiro practiced law?
Ellen Shapiro has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Ellen Shapiro go to law school?
Ellen Shapiro earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Ellen Shapiro for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University
- 1980
B.A.
George Washington University
- 1970

Bar Admissions

South Carolina (resigned)
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1985
California
Admitted: 1987

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