Atty. David J. Shapiro

Atty. David J. Shapiro

David J. Shapiro is a lawyer practicing personal injury, common carrier law, contracts and 7 other areas of law.

Calabasas Calabasas 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About David J. Shapiro at a glance

David J. Shapiro is a Member based in Calabasas, California, practicing at David J Shapiro. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, criminal defense, business, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in California (1985), U.S. District Court, Central, Southern, Northern and Eastern Districts of California (1985), and U.S. Supreme Court (1990). Educated at University of San Diego (J.D., 1983) and University of California, Los Angeles (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Calabasas, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David J. Shapiro is a lawyer practicing personal injury, common carrier law, contracts and 7 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of California, Los Angeles in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • David practices at David J. Shapiro in Calabasas, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David J. Shapiro's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

David J. Shapiro is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in California →

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.

David J. Shapiro is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

David J. Shapiro is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

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

David J. Shapiro is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

David J. Shapiro is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in California →

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 Calabasas 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 David J. Shapiro

Where is David J. Shapiro's law office located?
David J. Shapiro's law practice is located in Calabasas, California. The firm is David J Shapiro. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David J. Shapiro handle?
David J. Shapiro focuses on contracts, personal injury, criminal defense, business, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David J. Shapiro practiced law?
David J. Shapiro has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did David J. Shapiro go to law school?
David J. Shapiro earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact David J. Shapiro for a consultation?
You can contact David J. 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 David J. Shapiro received?
David J. Shapiro's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of San Diego
- 1983
B.A.
University of California, Los Angeles
- 1980

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Central, Southern, Northern and Eastern Districts of California
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1990

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