Major local and national news outlets regularly contact the Law Office of David P. Shapiro for their legal expertise on high-profile court cases.
Here are some of our appearances in the media.
Associate Attorney Ally Keegan was interviewed by the San Diego Union Tribune in May 2023 to discuss Senate Bill 1437 , a 2018 California law which limits accomplice liability for felony murder. Ally notes how although those serving life sentences for felony murder have been “out of sight” to many, they are not “out of mind” for criminal defense attorneys and the California legislature.
On January 17, David P. Shapiro discussed the best way to describe a preliminary hearing in a felony case and whether he believes the Prosecution put forth all the evidence they have against Larry Millete during the well-publicized preliminary hearing inside a San Diego courtroom.David P. Shapiro explained to NBC7 San Diego on January 12 some concerns about Larry Millete’s defense strategy prior to the Preliminary Hearing going all in on their assertion that Maya Millete is still alive.
David P. Shapiro was invited back into the Fox 5 San Diego studio to recap the 2-week Preliminary Hearing of Larry Millete involving the disappearance of his wife, Maya Millete. This is a fascinating case for so many reasons and we are grateful to the Fox5 team for having David on immediately prior to the preliminary hearing starting on January 11 and then on January 26 after its conclusion.The San Diego preliminary hearing for Larry Millete, accused of murdering his wife Maya, received significant media attention in January 2023. Starting at the 3:00 mark of the video, here is a clip of David’s interview with NBC7 San Diego on January 12 about the case, his answers focusing on circumstantial evidence and how much of it may be needed for the prosecution to get a conviction.
David P. Shapiro was a guest on the Law & Finance$ podcast with Terrell A. Turner on December 19, 2022, where he discussed the impact our Firm has been making, and aspires to continue to make, in our community. David also shared his “Why” as to the reasons for the growth and expansion of our firm and how the adjustment has been the past few years treating the operations aspect of the firm as a business, first and foremost, and how that benefits our clients and our reach into the San Diego community.
Check out Associate Attorney Liann Sabatini’s commentary on NewsNation on December 1 about the case of a Texas lawyer who pulled a gun on his girlfriend in a crowded bar. Surveillance video captured the lawyer walking into the bar, having words with a female behind the bar, and then pulling out a gun before he was subdued by two male patrons of the bar. Liann specifically addressed how the lawyer could be released on bail when so many have already declared this “an open and shut” case of undeniable guilt.
Check out David Shapiro’s interview by host Jeff Blanton on the Conscious Curiosity SD podcast from the Fall of 2022. The podcast provides insight and inspiration from San Diego Leaders who bring purpose to their work and are proving business can positively change the communities we work and live in. David shared his personal story and the values he and the entire LOODPS team infuse into their work with every client.
While not the lengthiest quote of his career, check out what David P. Shapiro had to say about the murder charges filed against alleged Stockton serial killer Wesley Brownlee, and the potential for an insanity defense, in this article in the Daily Beast in October 2022.When disgraced former Idaho State Representative Aaron von Ehlinger’s trial went off the rails after his sexual assault accuser literally ran off the witness stand mid-testimony, the Daily Beast reached out to David P. Shapiro for comment. See what David had to say about this sexual assault trial and how the Prosecution’s ability to obtain a conviction become exponentially more difficult without the testimony of their alleged victim.
David Shapiro had a great time appearing on “The Let Good Things in Show” podcast with Amanda Acker, where they discussed their respective experiences as defendants in the criminal justice system, mindset, and ways to help the justice involved get back on their feet.
How was Will Smith not arrested after delivering “the slap heard around the world” at the Academy Awards? Hear what David P. Shapiro told ABC 10 News in San Diego when called upon to discuss what criminal charges the acclaimed actor could face.
Check out this interview David P. Shapiro gave to San Diego’s ABC 10 News on March 13, 2022, about the San Diego Deputy Sheriff accused of soliciting minors for sex and what impact how he got caught could have on the possibility of criminal charges being filed.
Disgraced actor Jussie Smollett was sentenced by a Chicago judge to 150 days jail and 2 ½ years’ probation on March 10, 2022, after previously having been convicted of staging a hate crime against himself. The actor was also ordered to pay over $120,000 in restitution to the city of Chicago. See what Associate Attorney Ally Keegan told Fox News about the sentence being a favorable one for Smollett when faced with the alternative.
David P. Shapiro was asked about why school administrators have been charged with child abuse for allegedly neglecting to fulfill their mandatory reporter duties in Rialto, California.
Hear what David P. Shapiro had to say on ABC 10 News San Diego on December 29, 2021, after Poway synagogue shooter John Earnest was sentenced in federal court. David discussed the interesting issue raised by the defense in their sentencing memorandum as it relates to the defendant’s age and impressionability and how that should impact where he is housed, whether in the federal prison system through the Bureau of Prisons or in the state system through California’s Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.Within minutes of the news breaking about the arrest of Larry Millete in Chula Vista for the murder of his wife, Maya Millete, ABC 10 News called upon David P. Shapiro for his thoughts on what this all means for Larry Millete and what will happen next once the case gets to a criminal courtroom.Stefano Molea was interviewed by ABC 10 News in San Diego hours after the arrest of Larry Millete for the murder of his wife, Maya. Stefano was asked about some concerns the District Attorney’s Office likely has with their ability to obtain a conviction based on what we believe the state of the evidence is at this point, and what lies ahead for the accused. 
See what Partner Stefano Molea had to say to NBC 7 in San Diego about some of the obstacles the San Diego District Attorney’s Office will face trying to convict Larry Millete for the alleged murder of his wife, Maya, with neither her body nor a murder weapon.Check out what David P. Shapiro had to say when interviewed by Fox News about the ongoing involuntary manslaughter investigation in New Mexico involving Alec Baldwin and several others involved in the tragic loss of life of cinematographer, Halyna HutchinsInvoluntary Manslaughter Charges Coming in the wake of the accidental shooting on the set of the movie “Rust” in New Mexico? 10 News San Diego called upon David P. Shapiro to provide insight into whether involuntary manslaughter charges could be filed against actor Alec Baldwin, the film’s armorer, assistant producer, and others hours after the local Sheriff and head prosecutor held a press conference briefing the media on the status of their investigation.David P. Shapiro was interviewed by 10 News San Diego, the first in-person interview at our office since prior to the pandemic, on July 21 2021, relating to the disturbing accusations coming from federal court that a former Scripps Health employee has been charged with stealing the identity of dying patients.
Tier 1 listener and criminal defense attorney David Shapiro joined Ben & Woods on Thursday morning! Listen here as David talks about the recent developments in the allegations against Trevor Bauer of sexual assault, what this could mean with his contract with the dodgers, the timeline for this all to play out in court, and much more.
Here’s an interview with ABC 10 News in San Diego on May 10, 2021, where David Shapiro discussed the implications of the temporary Gun Violence Restraining Order issued against Larry Millete. Larry’s wife, Maya, has been missing and was last seen at her Chula Vista home in January, 2021.
When the verdicts were delivered in the Derek Chauvin murder trial on April 20, 2021, San Diego’s ABC 10 News called upon David P. Shapiro to provide an analysis of the case and what will come next at sentencing. David was brought on to the 1130am, 4pm, 5pm, and 6pm editions of 10 News that monumental day.
David was invited on with Michel Bryant of Law & Crime Network to discuss the second week of the Derek Chauvin trial in Minneapolis, Minnesota, involving the death of George Floyd. The introduction by the host was in relation to Ice-T’s Cameo for the firm circa March 2019. Ally Keegan joins Diane Winbush on the “Women Who Rock: Investigates” podcast to discuss the legal definition of domestic violence, common issues individuals face when they get to court, and resources that can help them break the cycle of violence.
See what David P. Shapiro had to say to ABC 10 News in San Diego about how a 2nd Degree Murder conviction may not be as straightforward as many hope, even with that terrible cell phone video of George Floyd’s death.
San Diego Criminal Defense Attorney David P. Shapiro joined Law & Crime Trial Network host Bob Bianchi on March 11, 2021, to discuss week one of the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Although primarily focusing on jury selection, David also discussed the three charges Mr. Chauvin is facing and what the best defense strategies will be moving forward at trial. This case involves the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis in May 2020. Here are a few clips of the appearance.The trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin got underway the week of March 9, 2021. Hear what David had to say to San Diego’s 10News about the jury selection process and some strategic charging decisions made by the Prosecution.
Without fail, Court TV’s Vinnie Politan never misses a chance to pay homage to David’s Staten Island roots, introducing him into “the Think Tank” the evening of March 4, 2021, as “coming to us from San Diego via Staten Island….” Watch this Court TV appearance where David outlines what to keep an eye on in the murder trial of former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin, social unrest due to the tragic loss of George Floyd’s life, and breaks down some of the nation’s other most fascinating criminal cases.
David P. Shapiro was interviewed for a celebrity news article by Nicki Swift discussing the possible charges and jail time facing the thieves who stole Lady Gaga’s two French Bulldogs.
Watch David P. Shapiro’s appearance on Court TV the evening of January 28, 2021, where he provided insight on some of the nation’s most intriguing criminal court cases, including Kenosha shooter Kyle Rittenhouse’s pending murder charge, and the disappearance of Chula Vista mother, May Millete.
See what David P. Shapiro had to say to Fox News about the shocking news of the DUI arrest and citation of Bruce Springsteen in this article from February 11, 2021. David indicated how he believed the case would come down to the basis for the Boss’ initial detention and his Blood alcohol content.
A frequent criminal law analyst for CourtTV, David P. Shapiro was brought on the afternoon of November 12, 2020, to analyze the defendants’ bail hearing in the Ahmaud Arbery homicide case. David broke down the arguments for and against bail, and addressed the emotional statement made by Mr. Arbery’s mother to the judge presiding over the hearings.
Stefano Molea recently published an article in the Times of San Diego on the value of tempering our reactions when we see a story in the media about an alleged crime, and why we should hold judgement and outrage until a person has been proven guilty.David was invited on Court TV as part of Vinnie Politan’s “Think Tank” of criminal lawyers commenting on some of the nation’s most intriguing criminal cases, including Jacob Blake waiving his Preliminary Hearing from his hospital bed in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
Stefano Molea quoted in a Yahoo News article with regard to the Lori Loughlin college admissions scandal and potential sentence to be imposed.
Stefano Molea in the San Diego Union Tribune discussing how his high profile client, a pro skateboarder, was able to avoid further jail time after a federal drug conviction.
David was invited on Court TV with Vinnie Politan to break down some of the nation’s most intriguing cases, including Doomsday prophet Chad Daybell’s Preliminary Hearing, the unsealing of explosive documents relating to the Jeffrey Epstein & Ghislaine Maxwell case, and more.
Ally Keegan is invited as a guest on the podcast to discuss prison reform, Black Lives Matter, and domestic violence.
David P. Shapiro on Court TV discussing some of the nation’s most intriguing criminal cases and the tension between law enforcement and the public.
David Shapiro quoted in a Fox News article on the implications of Lori Loughlin’s plea deal and short prison sentence.Fox News article quotes David Shapiro regarding the effects of Lori Loughlin’s plea deal and short prison sentence on her public image.David P. Shapiro quoted in the Northern California Record regarding Covid-19 and CDCR early release of inmates.
Fox News article quotes David Shapiro regarding the effects of Lori Loughlin’s plea deal and short prison sentence on her public image.David P. Shapiro on Court TV offering insight into the high profile case of a woman involved in a religious cult, whose children went missing.
David P. Shapiro on San Diego 10 News on the continued closures of the courts and the impact it’s had on his clients.David P. Shapiro discusses the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic with Ben Higgins of San Diego ABC 10 News on the ABC 10 podcast.David P. Shapiro on ABC 10 News San Diego, discussing the recent court closures due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
David P. Shapiro’s commentary on Harvey Weinsten’s sentence
David P. Shapiro’s commentary on Harvey Weinstein’s Rape Trial
David P. Shapiro quoted in article on early release request for Bill Cosby due to concerns over potential COVID-19 infection in prison.David P. Shapiro discussing the upcoming sentencing of sentencing of Allison Mack for her involvement in the Nxivm sex cult.
David P. Shapiro shed light on what might have led San Diego Rep. Duncan Hunter to plead guilty to misusing campaign funds.
David P. Shapiro discusses a shocking case with Angela Spanos on the Law & Crime NetworkDavid offers insight into the guilty plea deal, and next steps for Kellen Winslow Jr. and his legal defense team.
Law and Crime Trial network features David in a discussion about the Kellen Winslow Jr. case.
David Shapiro offers insight into Kellen Winslow Jr’s guilty plea on charges of rape and sexual battery.Felicity Huffman behind bars. San Diego CBS 8 invites David to explain what this means for other parents involved with the college admissions scandal.David helped to secure an acquittal for a sailor accused of murder. David speaks to Fox 5 about his client’s regained freedom in the Navy love-triangle stabbing trial.
David Shapiro weighs in on the college admissions scandal and the unusual legal strategy taken by Lori Loughlin and her husband.
Law and Crime Trial network features David in a discussion about the Kellen Winslow Jr. case regarding the charges, evidence, and alleged victim testimony.
David Shapiro discusses a high-profile mistrial, presenting his expert opinion on how mixed verdicts can impact the outcome of a criminal court case.
Returning a verdict of “not guilty”, the jury brought to a close the highly-publicized, Navy ‘love-triangle’ stabbing trial.
An international baseball star is arrested on suspicion of distribution of cocaine. ESPN reached out to David, for his assessment of the case.
David P. Shapiro weighs in on defense and prosecution strategy and possible reasons for the mistrial of the Kellen Winslow Jr. case.
The military, a love triangle, and claiming self-defense.
Bravo network interviews David as a top defense attorney in San Diego. In this article, David discusses the importance of proactive cybersecurity for public figures.
In the Kellen Winslow II trial, a fitness app became a focal point for the prosecution. David discusses digital evidence and how it can impact a case.
The first high-profile celebrity to fall in the college admissions scandal, Felicity Huffman must report to jail.The Kellen Winslow II trial has been highly publicized. David appears live on Court TV to discuss the opening statements.
David was invited to explain the significance of a partial jury verdict. This court case garnered significant media attention.
David Shapiro and Stefano Molea are featured defending a San Diego sailor alleged to have committed murder in this story by NBC 7.
David contributes his opinion on the scandal involving Hollywood movie mogul Harvey Weinstein.
David discusses the ongoing Kellen Winslow II trial in this interview streamed live on Court TV.
David Shapiro explains the the greater impacts of celebrity-admissions-scandal-convict Felicity Haufmann’s sentence in this Fox News article.
When the owner of the New England Patriots was arrested for soliciting prostitution, it quickly became national news.
Ex-athlete Kellen Winslow Jr.’s case was closely watched by the media. David offers his professional legal opinion on potential strategies for the defense.David is interviewed following the prosecution’s decision not to press charges against his client.
The Kellen Winslow Jr. Trial: David is contacted by Yahoo! Sports for his legal opinion regarding charges in the Kellen Winslow Jr. case.
The high-profile college admissions scandal rocked the nation. Fox News reached out to David for his opinion.