Atty. Richard E. Shaw

Atty. Richard E. Shaw

Richard E. Shaw is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, commercial law, personal injury and 3 other areas of law.

Detroit Detroit 45 Years Experience 45 year

Profile Summary

About Richard E. Shaw at a glance

Richard E. Shaw is an Of Counsel based in Detroit, Michigan, practicing at Shaheen, Jacobs & Ross, P.C.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, and business. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1981). Educated at Wayne State University (J.D. Wayne, 1981) and Emory University (B.A. Political, 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Michigan and (Appellate, Litigation and Family Law Sections). Serves clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Richard E. Shaw is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, commercial law, personal injury and 3 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1968, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Richard practices at Shaheen, Jacobs & Ross, P.C. in Detroit, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Richard E. Shaw's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Richard E. Shaw is one of 32,113 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Michigan →

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

Richard E. Shaw is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Richard E. Shaw is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

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 venue, 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 Richard E. Shaw

Where is Richard E. Shaw's law office located?
Richard E. Shaw's law practice is located in Detroit, Michigan. The firm is Shaheen, Jacobs & Ross, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard E. Shaw handle?
Richard E. Shaw focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Richard E. Shaw practiced law?
Richard E. Shaw has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Richard E. Shaw go to law school?
Richard E. Shaw earned their education at (J.D. Wayne, 1981); (B.A. Political, 1968).
How can I contact Richard E. Shaw for a consultation?
You can contact Richard E. Shaw 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 Richard E. Shaw received?
Richard E. Shaw's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Wayne
Wayne State University
- 1981
B.A. Political
Emory University
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1981

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