Atty. Daniel Shapiro
Daniel 'Dan' Ari Shapiro is the Managing Partner for the firm's Tampa office. He is a board-certified trial attorney who has tried in excess of 200 significant civil cases over his 25-year legal career.
Bad Faith And Extra Contractual Liability & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL
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About Daniel Shapiro at a Glance
Daniel Shapiro is a Partner based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, class action, and whistleblower. Educated at University of Miami School of Law J.D. (—) and Syracuse University B.S. Finance and Marketing, cum laude (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Associations •The Florida Bar •Association of Trial Lawyers of America •Miami-Dade Bar •Hillsborough County Bar Association •Pinellas County Bar Association •Defense Research Institute •Florida Defense Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel Shapiro
- Daniel 'Dan' Ari Shapiro is the Managing Partner for the firm's Tampa office
- He is a board-certified trial attorney who has tried in excess of 200 significant civil cases over his 25-year legal career
- He provides aggressive trial counsel and defense in the areas of medical malpractice, health care, bodily injury litigation, automobile litigation, premises liability, pharmaceutical and medical device litigation, product liability cases, class action lawsuits and all matters of complex civil litigation, Medicaid and Medicare compliance, SIU/affirmative mass torts litigation of fraud claims (False Claims Act and Anti-kickbacks)
- and trucking accident cases
- He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Marketing, cum laude, from Crouse-Hinds School of Management at Syracuse University in 1988 and a Juris Doctor from the University of Miami School of Law in 1992
- Mr. Shapiro routinely assists as local trial counsel in national lawsuits that are part of a Multi-District Litigation
- He is a member of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America and ABOTA
- He is also a frequent nation lecturer for various defense organizations, insurance professionals, institutional clients, and corporations
- He is a featured speaker for the Defense Research Institute, and the Florida Defense Lawyers Association and annually acknowledged by Florida Trend Magazine and other publications as one of the top lawyers in the State of Florida and Best Lawyers Award, The Best Lawyers in America (2018, 2020-2025)
- Since 2024, Mr. Shapiro has been ranked by Chambers USA for Litigation: Medical Malpractice Defense in North & Central Florida, a distinction awarded to the top practitioners based on client feedback, peer recognition, and significant case achievements
- Awards & Recognitions Chambers and Partners USA Guide 2025 - Florida: North & Central, Litigation: Medical Malpractice Defense, recognized since 2024 The Best Lawyers in America , Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, recognized since 2018 Newsroom News •Hillsborough County Jury Returns Complete Defense Verdict in Rear-End Collision Trial Recent Successful Trial, 5.11.2026 •Favorable Verdict Secured in Hillsborough County Traumatic Brain Injury Case Involving Minor Plaintiff Recent Successful Trial, 2.27.2026 •Defense Secures Low Damages Verdict in Auto Injury Trial in Pinellas County, FL Recent Successful Trial, 2.5.2026 •Significant Defense Verdict Achieved in Pinellas County Auto Trial Recent Successful Trial, 1.29.2026 •CSK Attorneys Recognized by Chambers USA Awards/Recognitions, 8.18.2025 •Significant Result in Low Speed Collision Case Recent Successful Trial, 3.8.2025 •Favorable Verdict - Vehicular Accident - Hillsborough County Publication, 3.31.2024 •Complete Defense Verdict - Malpractice and Wrongful Death - Hernando County Recent Successful Trial, 2.20.2024 •Wrongful Death Medical Malpractice Defense Verdict Recent Successful Trial, 9.16.2022 •Sarasota County Defense Verdict Recent Successful Trial, 8.11.2022 •CSK Obtains Defense Verdict in Medical Malpractice Case Firm News, 1.18.2013
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel Shapiro's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Shapiro handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Medical Malpractice in Tampa
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Daniel Shapiro is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Florida →
Personal Injury in Tampa
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 Shapiro is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →
Business & Corporate Law in Tampa
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Daniel Shapiro is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →
Class Action in Tampa
Daniel Shapiro is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Florida →
Whistleblower & Retaliation in Tampa
Daniel Shapiro is one of 3,523 whistleblower attorneys indexed nationally. Browse whistleblower attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tampa
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tampa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Tampa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tampa-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Tampa Choose Daniel Shapiro
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel Shapiro's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, business, class action, and whistleblower.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, personal injury, and business, Daniel Shapiro can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tampa
A Tampa-based practice means Daniel Shapiro attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Daniel Shapiro Handles in Tampa
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