Jonathan A. Shapiro

Jonathan A. Shapiro is a partner in the Complex Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice at Goodwin Procter LLP. Here are some key details about his professional background and expertise:

Professional Experience

Jonathan Shapiro is an experienced litigator specializing in securities litigation, government enforcement actions, and commercial litigation.1 His practice focuses on:

• Defending companies against investor class actions and derivative lawsuits
• Handling regulatory investigations by agencies like the SEC, DOJ, and FINRA
• Conducting internal investigations for boards of directors
• Litigating business and consumer class actions
• Representing clients in commercial disputes

He has extensive trial experience, including jury and bench trials.1

Career History

Prior to joining Goodwin, Jonathan served as:

• California Litigation Department chair at Baker Botts LLP
• Associate at WilmerHale LLP
• Law clerk for Chief Judge Joseph A. Diclerico, Jr. of the U.S. District Court for New Hampshire1

Education and Bar Admissions

• JD from Boston College Law School (1994)
• BA from Brandeis University (1991)
• Admitted to practice in California and Massachusetts1

Recognition

Jonathan has received several professional accolades:

• Named a BTI Client Service All-Star (2024)
• Recognized as a leading lawyer by Chambers USA for Litigation: Securities in California (2010-2024)
• Listed in The Best Lawyers in America for Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2022-2023)1

Expertise

Jonathan is known for his practical, business-minded approach to litigation. He has been described as "extremely practical and business-minded" and "one of the smartest people I know" by sources quoted in Chambers USA.1