Atty. Sylvia K. Shapiro

Atty. Sylvia K. Shapiro

Sylvia K. Shapiro is a lawyer practicing family law, civil litigation, estates and trusts and 2 other areas of law.

Fairfax Fairfax 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Sylvia K. Shapiro at a glance

Sylvia K. Shapiro is a trusts, probate, family law, and litigation attorney based in Fairfax, California. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in California (1972). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 1972) and University of California (B.A., 1967). Serands clients in Fairfax, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Sylvia K. Shapiro is a lawyer practicing family law, civil litigation, estates and trusts and 2 other areas of law
  • Sylvia received a B.A. degree from University of California in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Sylvia practices in Fairfax, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Sylvia K. Shapiro's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Family Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fairfax are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Sylvia K. Shapiro

Where is Sylvia K. Shapiro's law office located?
Sylvia K. Shapiro's law practice is located in Fairfax, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sylvia K. Shapiro handle?
Sylvia K. Shapiro focuses on trusts, probate, family law, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Sylvia K. Shapiro practiced law?
Sylvia K. Shapiro has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Sylvia K. Shapiro go to law school?
Sylvia K. Shapiro earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact Sylvia K. Shapiro for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University
- 1972
B.A.
University of California
- 1967

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1972

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