Matthew C. Shapiro is a
seasoned attorney concentrating in wills, trusts, estates, and civil
litigation. Mr. Shapiro graduated with honors from Florida International
University, ranking in the top ten of his class. His distinguished academic
background laid a strong foundation for his legal career, where he has
consistently demonstrated expertise and excellence.
During his career, Mr.
Shapiro has provided comprehensive estate planning services to thousands of
clients, expertly drafting crucial documents such as revocable living trusts of
varying complexities, wills, powers of attorney, health care surrogates, living
wills, enhanced life estate deeds, trust amendments, and codicils.
Having served as the lead or
sole attorney for hundreds of Florida probate cases, Mr. Shapiro has expertly
navigated both uncontested and contested probates. His extensive experience
includes handling formal, summary, and ancillary administrations. He has
resolved complex probate disputes such as will contests, capacity challenges,
breaches of fiduciary duty, conflicts between surviving spouses and children
from previous marriages, elective share calculations, homestead rights, fee
disputes, and beneficiary rights.
In addition to his probate
work, Mr. Shapiro has managed the administration of numerous trusts, overseeing
complex trust matters and litigating numerous trust disputes. He has also
served in various court-appointed roles, including curator, personal representative,
guardian ad litem, and attorney ad litem, demonstrating his versatility and
knowledge.
A lifelong resident of
Volusia County, born and raised in Ormond Beach, Mr. Shapiro is a dedicated
community member. He currently serves on the Ormond Beach Neighborhood
Improvement Advisory Board and is the president of the Dunn-Blount Inn of
American Inns of Court. His leadership extends to previous roles, including
President of the Volusia County Bar Association Young Lawyers Division, general
counsel for the Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce and the Volusia Young
Professionals Group, and director for the Volusia County Bar Association.
With a career characterized by dedication, integrity,
and a client-centric approach, Mr. Shapiro continues to provide unparalleled
legal services, ensuring that each client receives personalized and effective
solutions. His extensive experience and unwavering commitment to his practice
areas make him a trusted advisor and advocate in the legal community
