Karen N. Shapiro

Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)

5.0 (1 reviews)

Rockville, Maryland

24+ years experience

Stein Sperling Bennett De Jong Driscoll PC

Updated: Jan 02, 2026

Contact Information

301-340-2020

https://steinsperling.com/attorneys/karen-shapiro/

1101 Wootton Parkway, Suite 700, Rockville, MD 20852

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Bio

Karen N. Shapiro is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Corporate Law and Employment Law - Management.Karen N., who practices law in Rockville, Maryland, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Karen N. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Karen N. Shapiro is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Corporate Law and Employment Law - Management.Karen N., who practices law in Rockville, Maryland, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Karen N. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Karen N. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Practice Areas

Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
Recognized: Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
Recognized: Corporate Law
Recognized: Employment Law - Management
Practice Area: Mergers and Acquisitions Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2023

Education

American University Washington College of Law, J.D., graduated 2001

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Reviews

Jason Murphy

2 weeks ago

Indispensable Counsel for Our Family Business Transition

When our family faced the complex task of transitioning ownership of our multi-generational manufacturing business, we knew we needed an attorney with deep expertise in closely held companies. Karen Shapiro was recommended to us, and from our first meeting, her 24 years of experience were evident. She didn't just provide legal documents; she guided us through a holistic strategy that considered tax implications, family dynamics, and long-term business viability. Her recognition in Business Organizations and Corporate Law by Best Lawyers is well-deserved. Karen meticulously drafted the operating agreement for our new LLC structure and facilitated a partnership buyout that was fair to all parties. Throughout the months-long process with Stein Sperling in Rockville, she was consistently responsive, translating complex legal concepts into clear, actionable advice. Her calm and professional demeanor was a steadying force during tense negotiations. The outcome was seamless—a restructured business that positions us for future growth while honoring our family's legacy. We have immense confidence in her counsel and consider her an integral part of our business's continued success.