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Atty. Carl William Shapiro

Atty. Carl William Shapiro

Carl William Shapiro is a lawyer practicing litigation. Carl received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Carl William Shapiro at a glance

Carl William Shapiro is a Member based in Santa Monica, California, practicing at Shapiro Rodarte And Forman Llp. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1976). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1976) and Yale University (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Carl William Shapiro is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • Carl received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Carl practices at Shapiro, Rodarte & Forman LLP in Santa Monica, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Carl William Shapiro's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Santa Monica 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 Carl William Shapiro

Where is Carl William Shapiro's law office located?
Carl William Shapiro's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. The firm is Shapiro Rodarte And Forman Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Carl William Shapiro handle?
Carl William Shapiro focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Carl William Shapiro practiced law?
Carl William Shapiro has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Carl William Shapiro go to law school?
Carl William Shapiro earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Carl William Shapiro for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Carl William Shapiro received?
Carl William Shapiro's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1976
B.A.
Yale University
- 1971

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976

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