M. David Shapiro

M. David Shapiro, an esteemed attorney at Shapiro | Delgado in Sarasota, Florida, has dedicated his career to personal injury law. With over 30 years of experience, he provides legal services in Sarasota, Bradenton, Tampa and St. Petersburg, Florida, handling cases related to brain injuries, car accidents, medical malpractice, motorcycle and pedestrian accidents, product liability, slip-and-fall incidents, spinal injuries, truck accidents and wrongful death.

Mr. Shapiro is recognized for his compassionate and ethical approach, having built a strong reputation in the Sarasota and Bradenton communities. He is board-certified as a civil trial lawyer and mediator by The Florida Bar. His professional accomplishments include being peer-review rated AV Preeminent* through Martindale-Hubbell, which highlights his legal acumen, communication skills, and ethical standards. Furthermore, he holds a perfect Avvo rating of 10 out of 10.

Mr. Shapiro is qualified to practice law in all Florida state courts as well as the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida. He has presented important civil rights cases, including those concerning court access, before the Supreme Court of the United States. His involvement with respected organizations such as the Florida Justice Association and the American Association for Justice highlights his dedication to upholding justice.

Throughout his career, Mr. Shapiro has been a part of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and has imparted his knowledge as a guest lecturer on topics such as personal injury, wrongful death and nursing home negligence. Additionally, he has contributed to legal literature by writing numerous articles for local publications like the Sarasota Herald-Tribune and The Bradenton Herald.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.