Stephen Irwin Shapiro, Personal Injury Attorney in West Palm Beach, Florida
Over 63 years of legal practice · 4.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
West Palm Beach, FL
Practicing personal injury in West Palm Beach since 1963.
- 63+
- Years practicing
- 4.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Stephen Irwin Shapiro is an attorney based in West Palm Beach, FL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Stephen has over 63 years of legal experience. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- West Palm Beach, FL
- Experience
- over 63 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury
- Handles Personal Injury matters from West Palm Beach, FL.
- Over 63 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Stephen Irwin Shapiro: Stephen Irwin Shapiro is an attorney based in West Palm Beach, FL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Stephen has over 63 years of legal experience. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Stephen's practice areas in West Palm Beach
Stephen concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stephen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in West Palm Beach, Florida
Stephen takes personal injury matters in West Palm Beach, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Stephen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Stephen Irwin Shapiro, personal injury attorney serving West Palm Beach
Stephen Irwin Shapiro is an attorney based in West Palm Beach, FL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Stephen has over 63 years of legal experience. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Stephen works from West Palm Beach, Florida and takes on personal injury matters across the region.
Stephen Irwin Shapiro is a lawyer practicing personal injury law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from City College of New York in 1960, and has been licensed for 63 years. Stephen practices in West Palm Beach, FL.
Working with Stephen on a personal injury matter
Stephen Irwin Shapiro is a lawyer practicing personal injury law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from City College of New York in 1960, and has been licensed for 63 years. Stephen practices in West Palm Beach, FL.
Clients Stephen works with
Stephen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in West Palm Beach and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Stephen studied and practices
Columbia University
J.D. · 1963
City College of New York
B.A. · 1960
Jurisdictions
Stephen's state bar admissions
Florida
1979 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1965 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1965 · ACTIVE
New York (Inactive)
1963 · ACTIVE
Stephen studied at J.D. in Columbia University and B.A. in City College of New York.
Law school and academic background
Stephen completed J.D. in Columbia University and B.A. in City College of New York. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stephen runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Stephen's legal honors and published work
Stephen has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Stephen Irwin Shapiro's office in West Palm Beach
Stephen's primary office is at 4920 Loring Dr, West Palm Beach, FL, 33417-8052. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Stephen Irwin Shapiro — 4.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Stephen. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in West Palm Beach.
4.0
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How to hire Stephen Irwin Shapiro — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Stephen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Stephen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Stephen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in West Palm Beach, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Stephen
Stephen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Stephen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Stephen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Stephen Irwin Shapiro
How much does it cost to hire Stephen for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Stephen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Stephen offer a free consultation?
Stephen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Stephen's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Florida typically take?
Simple personal injury matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Stephen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Stephen take my case if I'm outside West Palm Beach?
Stephen is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Stephen will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Stephen?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Stephen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Stephen accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Stephen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving West Palm Beach, Miami and Tampa in Florida
Stephen handles personal injury matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.
- West Palm Beach3,699 attorneys
- Miami15,918 attorneys
- Tampa9,739 attorneys
- Orlando7,352 attorneys
- Fort Lauderdale6,726 attorneys
- Jacksonville5,497 attorneys
- Tallahassee4,383 attorneys
- Boca Raton3,668 attorneys
- Coral Gables3,397 attorneys
- Naples2,155 attorneys
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
- Sarasota1,994 attorneys
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