William D. Shapiro
San Bernardino, CA
Practicing personal injury in San Bernardino since 1979.
- 47+
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William D. Shapiro is an attorney based in San Bernardino, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. William has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at William D. Shapiro Law, Inc.
- Based in
- San Bernardino, CALIFORNIA
- Experience
- over 47 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury
- Handles Personal Injury matters from San Bernardino, CALIFORNIA.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Inland Empire) (2021).
About William D. Shapiro: William D. Shapiro is an attorney based in San Bernardino, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. William has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at William D. Shapiro Law, Inc.
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William D. Shapiro represents clients in San Bernardino, California across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
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About William D. Shapiro
William D. Shapiro is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs.
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William Shapiro has handled catastrophic injury/wrongful death actions for over 4 decades obtaining numerous seven and eight-figure verdicts and settlements. Honors include: 2025 California Lawyer of the Year (CLAY Award) & Top 100 Plaintiff Lawyers, Daily Journal; 2025, 2022, 2016 and 2013“Top Gun” Trial Lawyer of the Year, Orange County Trial Lawyers Association (OCTLA); 2022 Trial Lawyer of the Year, Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC) Top 5 Finalist; 2022 Trial Lawyer of the Year, Consumer Attorneys of Los Angeles (CAALA) Top 5 Finalist; 2016 Lawyer of the Year, Western San Bernardino County Bar Association (WSBCBA); 2015 Trial Lawyer of the Year, CAL-ABOTA; 2014 Trial Lawyer of the Year, Consumer Attorneys of the Inland Empire; 2021 & 2017 Best Lawyers, Lawyer of the Year, Personal Injury IE; Diplomat, American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA); Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers (ACTL); Fellow, International Academy of Trial Lawyers (IATL); Fellow International Society of Barristers (ISOB); Board Certified Trial Advocacy Specialist, National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA); Specialist in Trial Advocacy, State Bar of California; 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award, Western San Bernardino County Bar Association; 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award & 2011 Hall of Fame, Western State College of Law; 2026 ABOTA National President; 2016 ABOTA National Secretary, 2024, 2014-2016, 2023-Current, ABOTA Foundation Trustee; 2021 ABOTA Arthur Kelly Civility Award; “Tier 1, Best Law Firms” Best Lawyers in America and U.S. News; AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell, “10" AVVO; “Top 100,” SuperLawyers; Past President of: San Bernardino/Riverside ABOTA (2008), San Bernardino County Bar Association (2008), President, Consumer Attorneys of Inland Empire (1985-6) and the Joseph. B. Campbell American Inn of Court (1996); 1981-1985, 2012- Current, Adjunct professor, Torts, Ethics and Civil Trial Practice Western State College of Law.
Credentials
Education
Western State University College of Law
— · 1978
Jurisdictions
Bar admissions
District of Columbia
2016 · ACTIVE
California, The Stat
1979 · ACTIVE
Recognition
Awards & honors
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Inland Empire)
2021
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Inland Empire)
2017
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Locations
Office locations
William D. Shapiro Law, Inc
893 East Brier Drive
San Bernardino, California 92408
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What areas of law does William D. Shapiro practice?
William D. Shapiro focuses on Personal Injury.
Where is William D. Shapiro located?
William D. Shapiro primarily serves clients in San Bernardino, California, with an office at 893 East Brier Drive.
How experienced is William D. Shapiro?
William D. Shapiro has 47 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 1979.
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