Seth Shapiro
Partner, Trial Attorney
Seth Shapiro is a partner of Morris Law Firm, P.A. Mr. Shapiro represents clients throughout the Tampa Bay area who have felony or misdemeanor criminal offenses. Mr. Shapiro concentrates part of his practice on Domestic Violence cases, Drug Possession cases, and Theft crimes. Mr. Shapiro also handles sealing and expungement of criminal cases and traffic offenses for clients in the Tampa Bay area.
Mr. Shapiro also focuses a portion of his practice on white collar cases. Mr. Shapiro’s combination of a solid legal foundation with extensive business experience allows him to address complex white collar criminal cases. Mr. Shapiro understands the intricacies of small business and corporate finance and operations that enables him to negotiate the best possible results for clients facing white collar criminal charges.
Mr. Shapiro believes that a combination of understanding the details of the case and the client along with an academic application of the law produces the best possible results.
A Strong Legal Education that Benefits Clients
Mr. Shapiro attended Stetson University College of Law where he received his Juris Doctorate (JD) and graduated Cum Laude, ranking in the top 10 percent of his class. Mr. Shapiro was awarded an academic scholarship while attending Stetson Law, and was also selected to the Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honor Society.
Stetson University College of Law is ranked No. 1 for trial advocacy and No. 2 for legal writing by U.S. News & World Report in 2015 and has provided Mr. Shapiro his outstanding legal foundation.
Mr. Shapiro also holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from University of South Florida where he graduated in the Phi Kappa Phi National Academic Honor Society that recognizes graduate students in the top 10 percent of the class. Mr. Shapiro’s MBA degree in addition to his JD degree enables him to understand the complexities of business, corporate procedure and finance that allows him to provide outstanding representation for those clients accused of white collar crimes.
Awards & Recognitions
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Avvo Clients' Choice 2022
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Avvo Clients' Choice 2021 - Seth
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Avvo Client's Choice 2020 - Seth Shapiro
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Avvo Client's Choice 2019 - Seth Shapiro
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Avvo Client's Choice 2018 - Seth Shapiro
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Avvo Client's Choice 2017 - Seth Shapiro
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Avvo Client's Choice 2016 - Criminal Defense
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Avvo Clients' Choice 2015 - Criminal Defense
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Lawyer Legion - Seth Shapiro
Professional Associations
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Pinellas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
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St. Petersburg Bar Association
Member
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Hillsborough County Bar Association
Member
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Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
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DUI Defense Lawyers Association
Member
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National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
Education
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Stetson University College of Law
J.D. Cum Laude
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University of South Florida College of Business
MBA - Master of Business
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Stetson University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Bar Licenses
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Florida Bar
Member in Good Standing
Federal Court admissions
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U.S. District Court - Middle District of Florida
Client Testimonials
Hear From Real People We've Helped-
Just what the doctor ordered
“I'm in Tennessee but needed Seth to do some work for me in Florida. He was just what the doctor ordered. Very professional, understanding ant an all-around nice guy. I will be forever thankful for the ...”
- Jerry -
I researched other lawyers in the area, and none of them compared.
“Seth Shapiro, and Morris Law Firm in general, are consummate professionals. I researched other lawyers in the area, and none of them compared, both in price and assistance. Seth always made himself ...”
- Bill P. on Google -
Go with Seth. You'll be glad you did.
“Seth's dedication, knowledge of the law, and real world experience make all the difference. Expert help on important, life-altering issues aren't the place to cut corners. Go with Seth. You'll be glad ...”
- Peter W. on Google -
Mr. Shapiro took on our case on a Sunday evening and had us in front of the judge the next day.
“We were on vacation in Florida and ran into some troubles and needed an attorney. Mr. Shapiro took on our case on a Sunday evening and had us in front of the judge the next day (which other attorneys ...”
- Jennifer A. on Google -
Very knowledgeable, personable, and gets back to you with in the same day.
“Seth is an amazing lawyer and did exactly what he told me he was going to do. He is very knowledgeable, personable, and gets back to you with in the same day. Unfortunately I had to hire Seth two ...”
- Darren D. on Google