Atty. Maritza Alvarez-Shapiro

Atty. Maritza Alvarez-Shapiro

Maritza Alvarez-Shapiro is Of Counsel with Zumpano Patricios. Ms.

Coral Gables Coral Gables 29 yrs experience 29 year
Call (305) 874-7648 Book Appointment

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Maritza Alvarez-Shapiro is an Of Counsel based in Coral Gables, Florida, practicing at Zumpano Patricios, P.A.. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Florida (1997) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1999). Educated at St. Thomas University School of Law (J.D., 1997) and Florida State University (B.A., 1994). Active member of Dade County and American Bar Associations Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Cuban American Bar Association American Health Lawyers Association National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Florida Association of Women Lawyers. Serands clients in Coral Gables, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Maritza Alvarez-Shapiro is Of Counsel with Zumpano Patricios
  • Ms. Alvarez concentrates her practice in the area of criminal law
  • As a former Miami-Dade County Public Defender, she has maintained a managed caseload in excess of 200 cases, conducted over thirty jury trials, and over fifty bench trials
  • Ms. Alvarez has practiced in Circuit Court, Juvenile Court, and County Court
  • Ms. Alvarez is currently a Special Appointed Public Defender (SAPD)
  • She currently practices criminal defense litigation in both State and Federal Court
  • Martiza Alvarez was rated Best of the Bar, 2003, South Florida Business Journal and recognized as an "Up and Comer" 2003/2004, South Florida Legal Guide

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Maritza Alvarez-Shapiro's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

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

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Where is Maritza Alvarez-Shapiro's law office located?
Maritza Alvarez-Shapiro's law practice is located in Coral Gables, Florida. The firm is Zumpano Patricios, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Maritza Alvarez-Shapiro handle?
Maritza Alvarez-Shapiro focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Maritza Alvarez-Shapiro practiced law?
Maritza Alvarez-Shapiro has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Maritza Alvarez-Shapiro go to law school?
Maritza Alvarez-Shapiro earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Maritza Alvarez-Shapiro for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
St. Thomas University School of Law
- 1997
B.A.
Florida State University
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 1999

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