Atty. David Malcom Shapiro

Atty. David Malcom Shapiro

David Malcom Shapiro is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal justice, criminal defense. David received a B.S. degree from Prescott College in 1973, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Prescott Prescott 25 Years Experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About David Malcom Shapiro at a glance

David Malcom Shapiro is a Member based in Prescott, Arizona, practicing at Shapiro Defense, PLLC. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (2001) and Arizona (2002). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 2001) and Prescott College (B.S. Political, 1973). Serves clients in Prescott, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David Malcom Shapiro is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal justice, criminal defense
  • David received a B.S. degree from Prescott College in 1973, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • David practices at Shapiro Defense, PLLC in Prescott, AZ

Practice Areas Explained

David Malcom Shapiro's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Prescott are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona 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 Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Malcom Shapiro

Where is David Malcom Shapiro's law office located?
David Malcom Shapiro's law practice is located in Prescott, Arizona. The firm is Shapiro Defense, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Malcom Shapiro handle?
David Malcom Shapiro focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has David Malcom Shapiro practiced law?
David Malcom Shapiro has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did David Malcom Shapiro go to law school?
David Malcom Shapiro earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.S. Political, 1973).
How can I contact David Malcom Shapiro for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 2001
B.S. Political
Prescott College
- 1973

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2001
Arizona
Admitted: 2002

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