Atty. Robert Bruce Shapiro

Atty. Robert Bruce Shapiro

Mr. Robert Bruce Shapiro is a lawyer practicing insurance regulation, corporate law, contracts.

Washington Washington 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About Robert Bruce Shapiro at a glance

Robert Bruce Shapiro is a Senior Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Carlton Fields. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New York (1974) and District of Columbia (1977). Educated at Syracuse University College of Law (J.D. Georgetown, 1973) and Columbia University Ohio State University (B.S. University, 1970). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Robert Bruce Shapiro is a lawyer practicing insurance regulation, corporate law, contracts
  • Robert received a degree from Columbia University, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Robert practices at Carlton Fields in Washington, DC and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Bruce Shapiro's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 Robert Bruce Shapiro

Where is Robert Bruce Shapiro's law office located?
Robert Bruce Shapiro's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Carlton Fields. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Bruce Shapiro handle?
Robert Bruce Shapiro focuses on contracts, business, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Robert Bruce Shapiro practiced law?
Robert Bruce Shapiro has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Robert Bruce Shapiro go to law school?
Robert Bruce Shapiro earned their education at (J.D. Georgetown, 1973); (B.S. University, 1970).
How can I contact Robert Bruce Shapiro for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Georgetown
Syracuse University College of Law
- 1973
B.S. University
Columbia University Ohio State University
- 1970

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1974
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1977

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