Atty. Edward J Shapiro

Atty. Edward J Shapiro

Edward J Shapiro is a lawyer practicing securities offerings, ethics & professional responsibility, corporate governance and 3 other areas of law. Edward received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Washington Washington 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Edward J Shapiro at a glance

Edward J Shapiro is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business, white collar, securities, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1981). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1981) and Princeton University (B.A., 1978). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Edward J Shapiro is a lawyer practicing securities offerings, ethics & professional responsibility, corporate governance and 3 other areas of law
  • Edward received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Edward practices at Latham & Watkins LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Edward J Shapiro's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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White Collar Crimes

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Edward J Shapiro

Where is Edward J Shapiro's law office located?
Edward J Shapiro's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Latham & Watkins LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward J Shapiro handle?
Edward J Shapiro focuses on business, white collar, securities, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Edward J Shapiro practiced law?
Edward J Shapiro has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Edward J Shapiro go to law school?
Edward J Shapiro earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Edward J Shapiro for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1981
B.A.
Princeton University
- 1978

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1981

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