Atty. Stephen Brett Shapiro

Atty. Stephen Brett Shapiro

Mr. Stephen Brett Shapiro is a lawyer practicing arbitration, civil rights, commercial and 5 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Brett Shapiro at a glance

Stephen Brett Shapiro is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Holland And Knight Llp. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, civil rights, government, and adr. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1987), District of Columbia (1988), and New York U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of V (2003). Educated at George Washington University Law School J.D. (—) and University of Maryland B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Stephen Brett Shapiro is a lawyer practicing arbitration, civil rights, commercial and 5 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Stephen practices at Holland & Knight LLP in Washington, DC and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Brett Shapiro's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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

Stephen Brett Shapiro is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →

Civil Rights

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Stephen Brett Shapiro is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Stephen Brett Shapiro

Where is Stephen Brett Shapiro's law office located?
Stephen Brett Shapiro's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Holland And Knight Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Brett Shapiro handle?
Stephen Brett Shapiro focuses on business, litigation, civil rights, government, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Stephen Brett Shapiro practiced law?
Stephen Brett Shapiro has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Stephen Brett Shapiro go to law school?
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How can I contact Stephen Brett Shapiro for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Brett 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 Stephen Brett Shapiro received?
Stephen Brett Shapiro's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

George Washington University Law School J.D.
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University of Maryland B.A.
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1987
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1988
New York U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of V
Admitted: 2003

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