At Shapiro Sher, our targeted practice groups reflect a deep commitment to addressing the complex legal needs of our clients. With expertise spanning multiple disciplines, we provide strategic guidance and effective representation tailored to each unique matter. Our focused teams deliver practical solutions and trusted counsel across various industries and legal challenges.
Banking & Financial Services
Financial institutions, including banks, credit unions, premium finance companies, and lending services companies, trust Shapiro Sher’s banking lawyers to provide experienced counsel for all aspects of the commercial lending process.
- Documenting & Structuring Commercial Loan Transactions
- Workouts & Commercial Loan Restructurings
- Loan Modifications & Forbearance Agreements
- Foreclosures & UCC Sales
- Receiverships
- Note Sales
- SBA SOP Compliance & Protecting SBA Guarantees
- Defending Lender Liability Claims
Bankruptcy & Financial Restructuring
The Bankruptcy & Financial Restructuring attorneys of Shapiro Sher provide innovative representation in all aspects of bankruptcy, creditors’ rights, financial restructuring, and commercial litigation. With a primary focus on representing entrepreneurs, closely held businesses, and trustees in restructuring and liquidation matters, the group is known for achieving favorable results in the most complex cases.
- Corporate Reorganizations & Workouts
- Out of Court Restructuring
- Trustee Representation in Large/Complex Ch. 11 & 7 Bankruptcy Cases
- Distressed Asset Acquisitions
- Bankruptcy & Insolvency Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Corporate Advisory
Corporate & Securities
Since 1972, closely held businesses, emerging ventures, public corporations and REITs, governments and quasi-government entities, nonprofits, and entrepreneurs have turned to Shapiro Sher for strategic business counsel.
- Corporate Law, Corporate Governance, & Business Planning
- Employment Law
- Technology Transaction Law
- Trademark & Copyright Law
Litigation
Chaired by David B. Applefeld, Shapiro Sher’s Litigation Group represents public and privately held companies, governmental agencies, insurers, and individual clients at all levels of state and federal courts, before administrative agencies, and in arbitration and mediation. Our attorneys have successfully litigated and resolved hundreds of cases for our clients. We provide results-focused counsel in a wide range of matters, including:
- Commercial Litigation & Business Disputes
- Construction Disputes & Litigation
- Insurance Coverage Disputes & Litigation
- Real Estate, Land Use, & Zoning Litigation
- Employment Litigation
- Administrative Claims & Enforcement Actions
- Appellate Litigation
Real Estate
Shapiro Sher’s Real Estate Practice is at the center of major transactions across the Mid-Atlantic and beyond. For decades, leading developers and commercial lenders have relied on our attorneys for counsel on acquisitions and sales, development, leasing, finance, property management, and joint ventures. We have helped bring to life landmark projects including skyscrapers, office parks, mixed-use developments, shopping centers, and apartment communities.
- Development
- Leasing
- Financing
Contacts
Banking & Financial Services
Scott W. Foley
swf@shapirosher.com
J. Patrick Gill
jpg@shapirosher.com
Bankruptcy & Financial Restructuring
Joel I. Sher
jis@shapirosher.com
Richard Goldberg
rmg@shapirosher.com
Corporate & Securities
William E. Carlson
wec@shapirosher.com
Jason Wasserman
jaw@shapirosher.com
Litigation
David B. Applefeld
dba@shapirosher.com
Real Estate
Mark L. Miller
mlm@shapirosher.com
