Atty. Michael B Shapiro

Atty. Michael B Shapiro

Michael B Shapiro is a lawyer practicing tax appeals, business law, real property law. Michael received a B.B.A. degree from Kent State University, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Detroit Detroit 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael B Shapiro at a glance

Michael B Shapiro is a Partner, Tax Appeals Department Chair based in Detroit, Michigan, practicing at Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, tax litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1972) and Indiana (2008). Educated at University of Michigan Law School J.D. magna cum laude University of Michigan Law School J.D. with high honors (—) and Kent State University B.B.A. Accounting Kent State University B.B.A. summa cum laude (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael B Shapiro is a lawyer practicing tax appeals, business law, real property law
  • Michael received a B.B.A. degree from Kent State University, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Michael practices at Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP in Detroit, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Michael B Shapiro's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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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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Tax Litigation

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael B Shapiro

Where is Michael B Shapiro's law office located?
Michael B Shapiro's law practice is located in Detroit, Michigan. The firm is Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael B Shapiro handle?
Michael B Shapiro focuses on business, real estate, tax litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Michael B Shapiro practiced law?
Michael B Shapiro has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Michael B Shapiro go to law school?
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How can I contact Michael B Shapiro for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael B Shapiro received?
Michael B Shapiro's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

University of Michigan Law School J.D. magna cum laude University of Michigan Law School J.D. with high honors
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Kent State University B.B.A. Accounting Kent State University B.B.A. summa cum laude
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1972
Indiana
Admitted: 2008

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