Atty. William Edward Shapiro

Atty. William Edward Shapiro

William Edward Shapiro is a lawyer practicing business litigation, estate planning, family law and 2 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from Brandeis University in 1996, and has been licensed for 24 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About William Edward Shapiro at a glance

William Edward Shapiro is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at William E. Shapiro, Law Offices of. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in California (2002) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (2003). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 2001) and Brandeis University (B.A., 1996). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Edward Shapiro is a lawyer practicing business litigation, estate planning, family law and 2 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Brandeis University in 1996, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • William practices at William E. Shapiro, Law Offices of in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William Edward Shapiro's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

William Edward Shapiro is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

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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 San Francisco 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 William Edward Shapiro

Where is William Edward Shapiro's law office located?
William Edward Shapiro's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is William E. Shapiro, Law Offices of. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Edward Shapiro handle?
William Edward Shapiro focuses on probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William Edward Shapiro practiced law?
William Edward Shapiro has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did William Edward Shapiro go to law school?
William Edward Shapiro earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact William Edward Shapiro for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 2001
B.A.
Brandeis University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 2003

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