Atty. James E Shapiro

Atty. James E Shapiro

James E Shapiro is a lawyer practicing litigation, business, commercial and 10 other areas of law. James has been licensed for 25 years.

Las Vegas Las Vegas 25 Years Experience 25 year
Call (725) 485-8102

Profile Summary

About James E Shapiro at a glance

James E Shapiro is a Partner based in Las Vegas, Nevada, practicing at Smith & Shapiro. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on formation, contracts, business, real estate, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Nevada (2001) and Utah (2002). Educated at Brigham Young University J.D. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Las Vegas, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James E Shapiro is a lawyer practicing litigation, business, commercial and 10 other areas of law
  • James has been licensed for 25 years
  • James practices at Smith & Shapiro in Las Vegas, NV

Practice Areas Explained

James E Shapiro's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

James E Shapiro is one of 39,028 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Nevada →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Nevada

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James E Shapiro

Where is James E Shapiro's law office located?
James E Shapiro's law practice is located in Las Vegas, Nevada. The firm is Smith & Shapiro. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E Shapiro handle?
James E Shapiro focuses on formation, contracts, business, real estate, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
How long has James E Shapiro practiced law?
James E Shapiro has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did James E Shapiro go to law school?
James E Shapiro earned their education at (—).
How can I contact James E Shapiro for a consultation?
You can contact James E 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 James E Shapiro received?
James E Shapiro's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

Brigham Young University J.D.
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Nevada
Admitted: 2001
Utah
Admitted: 2002

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