Atty. Walter Shapero

Atty. Walter Shapero

Hon. Walter Shapero is a lawyer practicing business law.

Detroit Detroit 71 yrs experience 71 year
Call (313) 547-4799 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Walter Shapero at a glance

Walter Shapero is a Bkrptcy. J. based in Detroit, Michigan. They have 71+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1955. Their practice focuses on business. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1955). Educated at University of Virginia (LL.B., 1954) and University of Michigan (A.B., 1951). Serands clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Hon. Walter Shapero is a lawyer practicing business law
  • Walter received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1951, and has been licensed for 71 years
  • Walter practices in Detroit, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Walter Shapero's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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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 andnue, 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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Where is Walter Shapero's law office located?
Walter Shapero's law practice is located in Detroit, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Walter Shapero handle?
Walter Shapero focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Walter Shapero practiced law?
Walter Shapero has 71+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1955.
Where did Walter Shapero go to law school?
Walter Shapero earned their education at (LL.B., 1954); (A.B., 1951).
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Practice Areas

Education

LL.B.
University of Virginia
- 1954
A.B.
University of Michigan
- 1951

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1955

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