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Jonathan Shapiro

Jonathan Shapiro

USA 2026

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About

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Practice Areas

Jon Shapiro is a partner in the firm’s Complex Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice. His practice is focused on securities litigation, government enforcement actions, and commercial litigation. Jon has expertise in a wide range of securities matters, including class actions, securities fraud, and M&A litigation. He has litigated class actions, challenges to corporate transactions and governance, and other matters regarding allegations of fraud and breach of fiduciary duty, including jury and bench trials. Jon regularly defends and conducts internal and regulatory investigations on behalf of clients facing actions by the SEC, DOJ, FINRA, and other entities.

Personal

JD, 1994

Boston College Law School (summa cum laude, Order of the Coif)

BA, 1991

Brandeis University (cum laude, Highest Departmental Honors)

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Litigation: Securities - California

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial
Jonathan Shapiro offers expertise in a range of securities matters, including class actions, securities fraud and concerns arising from M&A. He is a partner in Goodwin's San Francisco office.

Strengths

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  • Jonathan doesn't just understand his area of expertise, he takes the time to understand our business, our people and our goal.

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  • Jonathan Shapiro is a strong oral advocate with a unique style that serves him well.

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  • Jonathan is highly responsive, creative in his solutions, and he goes the extra mile to make sure that he is helpful.

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  • Jonathan is relentlessly focused on achieving the best possible outcome for the client. He is also unafraid to deliver hard truths when they matter.

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California

California: Northern

California: San Francisco, Silicon Valley & Surrou

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