Marc L. Shapiro, Esq. is the founder and principal attorney at The Law Offices of Marc L. Shapiro, P.A. and owner of Aries Title, Inc. With over three decades of legal experience, Marc has committed his career to plaintiff’s personal injury law, passionately advocating for clients who have suffered life-altering injuries from automobile accidents and other incidents. His deep belief that personal injury represents a profound challenge shape his approach to every case, bringing the same dedication and empathy that he would extend when advocating for individuals with disabilities.
Marc’s work has earned him multiple distinctions in the legal field, including recognition as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers Association, a three-time recipient of the Southwest Florida Choice Award as voted by readers of the Naples Daily News, and a flawless “SUPERB” 10 rating on AVVO in both Personal Injury and Real Estate law. Additionally, he has been recognized among the Nation’s Top One Percent of attorneys by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel. Marc is also a co-author of Business Leader Success, an Amazon #1 bestseller, which offers insights into leadership and entrepreneurship.
Marc’s dedication to advocacy took on an even deeper significance when he and his wife, Holly, became parents to their son Nathan who has special needs. This personal journey has fueled his commitment to autism awareness and support for organizations dedicated to those with disabilities. Together, Marc and Holly support initiatives such as Autism Speaks, A Night to Shine, and STARability, where Holly serves on the board. Marc’s career and volunteer work reflect a powerful blend of legal acumen, empathy, and a commitment to uplifting the Southwest Florida community and beyond.
Marc practices primarily in the areas of Plaintiff’s personal injury and wrongful death cases, complex commercial real estate litigation, title insurance disputes, foreclosure defense, mortgage law, bank workouts, short sales and commercial and residential landlord tenant disputes. Marc also represents and advises real estate investors and entrepreneurs in their transactional dealings including real estate closings, entity structuring and planning for both tax purposes and asset protection. Marc has been cited in local media on various legal topics and he has appeared on local news stations. Marc also makes frequent appearances on the legal eagle section of the radio show “Real Estate Best Buys”.
Marc frequently delivers seminar presentations and is often asked to speak to groups including several real estate investor groups on various real estate and legal topics.
Associations
Marc is currently or has in the past been a member of the following associations:
- The Florida Bar Association
- The Collier County Bar Association
- The United States District Court (Middle District of Florida)
- The American Bar Association
- American Inns of Court Foundation
- The Association of Trial Lawyers of America
- The Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers
- Member of the Nation’s Top One Percent (NADC)
Marc is very active in the community and volunteers as a participant in the following:
- The firm proudly donates to Autism Speaks and the STARability Foundation, where his wife, Holly, serves as a volunteer board member.
- Marc volunteers with Autism Collier Charter School and serves on its Board of Directors.
- JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund)
- Marc has volunteered to serve as a judge for both the Collier County Public Schools Mock Trial competition and the Ave Maria Law School Moot Court competition.
- Board Member – Marc also sits on the board of House of Gaia Community Learning Center.