Atty. Gary J. Shapira
Gary J. Shapira is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, plaintiff civil trial practice, defense civil trial practice and 2 other areas of law.
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Gary J. Shapira is a Member based in Erie, Pennsylvania, practicing at Shapira, Hutzelman, Berlin, Ely, Smith & Walsh. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1966) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania (1966). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D. Economics, 1965) and University of Michigan (B.A. Economics, 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Erie County (President, 1989-1990) and Pennsylvania Bar Associations Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Penna Defense Institute and Certified as a Civil Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, 1984 Recertified, 2004. Serves clients in Erie, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Gary J. Shapira is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, plaintiff civil trial practice, defense civil trial practice and 2 other areas of law
- Gary received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1962, and has been licensed for 60 years
- Gary practices at Shapira, Hutzelman, Berlin, Ely, Smith & Walsh in Erie, PA
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Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Gary J. Shapira is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Gary J. Shapira is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →
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Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Erie are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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