Atty. Robert J. Shapiro

Atty. Robert J. Shapiro

Robert J. Shapiro is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, education, labor and employment.

Sarasota Sarasota 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert J. Shapiro at a glance

Robert J. Shapiro is a Staff Atty. based in Sarasota, Florida. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on employment, education, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Florida (Inactive) (1977), Pennsylvania (1978), and U.S. District Court, Southern, Middle and Northern Districts of Florida, U.S. Court of Appeals, Elev (1978). Educated at Temple University (J.D., 1976) and University of Delaware (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Robert J. Shapiro is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, education, labor and employment
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Delaware in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Robert practices in Sarasota, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Robert J. Shapiro's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Robert J. Shapiro is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Florida →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Robert J. Shapiro is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Florida →

Appellate Practice

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

Robert J. Shapiro is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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 Sarasota 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert J. Shapiro

Where is Robert J. Shapiro's law office located?
Robert J. Shapiro's law practice is located in Sarasota, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert J. Shapiro handle?
Robert J. Shapiro focuses on employment, education, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Robert J. Shapiro practiced law?
Robert J. Shapiro has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Robert J. Shapiro go to law school?
Robert J. Shapiro earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Robert J. Shapiro for a consultation?
You can contact Robert J. Shapiro 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 Robert J. Shapiro received?
Robert J. Shapiro's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Temple University
- 1976
B.A.
University of Delaware
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida (Inactive)
Admitted: 1977
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Southern, Middle and Northern Districts of Florida, U.S. Court of Appeals, Elev
Admitted: 1978

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