Not Guilty Verdicts At Jury Trial
David P. Shapiro
Founder & CEO
Arrested for a crime he, admittedly, did commit in 2004, David experienced firsthand the same fear, uncertainty, and concern for his future and freedom so many of his clients undergo when arrested or under investigation for allegedly committing a crime. That experience motivates him each and every day to provide the best representation possible to any and all who entrust his Firm to handle their criminal defense matter in their time of need.
Practicing exclusively criminal defense in San Diego since 2007, David has built one of San Diego’s most respected criminal defense firms since opening its doors in 2010. His firm has recently been recognized as one of the nation’s fastest growing law firms in the United States by LawFirm500, was a 2022 Better Business Bureau Torch Awards for Ethics Winner, and has consistently been recognized by the San Diego Business Journal as one of the Fastest Growing Private Companies in San Diego from 2019-2023. Personally, David has been selected to the prestigious SD500 list, as One of San Diego’s 500 Most Influential People (in 2024 and 2022) per the San Diego Business Journal.
Revered in both New York (where he grew up) and New Orleans (where he lived from 2003-2006), David moved to San Diego in 2006. He is a self-described “pillar of the community” and is a proud criminal defense attorney, father, and husband.
David P. Shapiro has obtained not guilty verdicts at jury trial in every courthouse in San Diego County.
Here are a few of David’s recent case results.
Not Guilty Verdicts At Jury Trial
Hung Jury / Mistrial, then resolved for probation & no jail time
Mental Health Diversion Motion Granted – Case Dismissed in its Entirety
Dismissed at PC995 Motion Hearing
Probation, No Jail, No PC290 Reg.
Probation, No PC290 Reg.
Not Guilty After Jury Trial
Case Dismissed on Day of Jury Trial
Probation & No Jail Time
All Evidence Excluded After Motion to Suppress Evidence Granted
Case Dismissed
Strikes Stricken, Probation with House Arrest
Strike Stricken & Probation Granted
Probation & Residential Treatment
Misdemeanor “Wet Reckless”
Not Guilty After Jury Trial
Charges Dismissed at Preliminary Hearing
Probation and No Additional Jail
Probation and No Additional Jail
Probation After Court Struck Prior Strike
Not Guilty Verdicts after Jury Trial
Dismissed
Awards & Honors
Torch Awards for Ethics Winner
2022
SD 500 - One of San Diego’s Most Influential People
2022, 2024
Rising Star - 2015 – 2021
SuperLawyer - 2023 – 2024
AV PreEminent Rating
2019 – Current
Fast 46 Finalist recognizing the fastest growing businesses in the world owned by University at Buffalo alumni (#22 in 2021; #23 in 2022; #20 in 2023; #38 in 2024)
2021 – 2024
Leaders of Influence in Law Finalist
2019 – 2024
Best of the Bar
2014, 2016, 2017
Fastest Growing Law Firms in the US
2018 – 2023
3 Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in SD
2017 – Current
SD’s Fastest Growing Private Companies
2022 – #17
2023 – #36
2024 – #35
Here’s what you need to know to regain control of your future
“I came to David Shapiro to end my probation early and expunge my case. I had a very positive and very informative experience with him. David and his assistant Maria were excellent and always kept in the loop of what was going on.”
“Helping good people get their lives back is not just a catch phrase. They mean what they say and are serious about taking care of the client. Ally Keegan and the team at Law Office of David Shapiro are AMAZING! My charges for a 25 plus year old case were dismissed, it was not easy but I truly believe that if I had went with any other Law Firm that the outcome would have been very different. Thank you Ally for helping me get my life back!”
“I called many lawyers after I got my DUI. Stefano was the only lawyer who put my mind at ease and gave me a sense of relief. He constantly communicated with me about my case and laid out all my options. He was willing and able to do whatever he could to help me. He went above and beyond what was expected.”
“I have used David 2 times in the past and he has by far exceeded my expectations. He has great knowledge and knows the system. He is straight forward and honest and somebody you can trust without doubt. I would recommend him to friends, family, and anybody that needs help. Best attorney I’ve ever come across.”
“Stefano Molea was extremely professional and consistently timely with responses to my questions. Most of all, Stefano was reliable. Stefano was diligent with discovery and always prepared and tenacious when relevant to the situation. Stefano is an attorney that you can count on for the best outcome. Thank you Stefano for all you did in my case. You’re so awesome!!!!”
“Ally was an absolute pleasure to work with. Her calm and reassuring demeanor was matched with her excellent knowledge, dedication, thoroughness. We unfortunately found ourselves in need of a criminal lawyer and we can without a doubt say that having Ally and her firm represent us from the beginning was the best choice we could have made.”
