Atty. Paul Shiffman

Atty. Paul Shiffman

Paul Shiffman is a lawyer practicing litigation, medical malpractice, serious personal injury and 1 other area of law. Paul has been licensed for 64 years.

Washington Washington 64 yrs experience 64 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul Shiffman at a glance

Paul Shiffman is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Shiffman & Ricci, P.C.. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1962), U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia, U.S. Court of Military Appeals and U.S. Court of (1963), U.S. Supreme Court (1967), and Virginia (1969). Educated at American University, Washington College of Law (LL.B., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of District of Columbia Bar Bar Association of the District of Columbia Virginia State Bar Trial Lawyers Association of Metropolitan Washington Board of Governors. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Paul Shiffman is a lawyer practicing litigation, medical malpractice, serious personal injury and 1 other area of law
  • Paul has been licensed for 64 years
  • Paul practices at Shiffman & Ricci, P.C. in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Shiffman's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

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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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Paul Shiffman is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in District of Columbia →

Product Liability

Paul Shiffman is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in District of Columbia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Paul Shiffman is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →

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 Paul Shiffman

Where is Paul Shiffman's law office located?
Paul Shiffman's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Shiffman & Ricci, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Shiffman handle?
Paul Shiffman focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Paul Shiffman practiced law?
Paul Shiffman has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did Paul Shiffman go to law school?
Paul Shiffman earned their education at (LL.B., 1962).
How can I contact Paul Shiffman for a consultation?
You can contact Paul Shiffman 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 Paul Shiffman received?
Paul Shiffman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
American University, Washington College of Law
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1962
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia, U.S. Court of Military Appeals and U.S. Court of
Admitted: 1963
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1967
Virginia
Admitted: 1969

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