Atty. Daniel Peter Shapiro

Atty. Daniel Peter Shapiro

Daniel Peter Shapiro is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, communications & media, advertising and 5 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Chicago Chicago 44 Years Experience 44 year
Call (773) 378-4731

Profile Summary

About Daniel Peter Shapiro at a glance

Daniel Peter Shapiro is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, class action, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar U.S. District Court (1982). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1982) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago and American (Co-Chair, National Institute on Class Actions, 1997-2000 Co-Chair, Subcommittee on Consumer Class Actions, 1998-2001) Bar Associations. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Daniel Peter Shapiro is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, communications & media, advertising and 5 other areas of law
  • Daniel received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Daniel practices at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel Peter Shapiro's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Daniel Peter Shapiro is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Daniel Peter Shapiro is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Class Action

Daniel Peter Shapiro is one of 23,998 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

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

Daniel Peter Shapiro is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Daniel Peter Shapiro is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Daniel Peter Shapiro

Where is Daniel Peter Shapiro's law office located?
Daniel Peter Shapiro's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel Peter Shapiro handle?
Daniel Peter Shapiro focuses on personal injury, business, class action, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Daniel Peter Shapiro practiced law?
Daniel Peter Shapiro has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Daniel Peter Shapiro go to law school?
Daniel Peter Shapiro earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Daniel Peter Shapiro for a consultation?
You can contact Daniel Peter Shapiro directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Daniel Peter Shapiro received?
Daniel Peter Shapiro's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 1982
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar U.S. District Court
Admitted: 1982

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