About Kerry

Kerry Shapiro is a partner at Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP in San Francisco, California. With a focus on business law, she also practices in energy, oil and gas law, environmental law, and government and administrative law. The firm, located in the heart of San Francisco, serves clients, addressing complex legal issues across multiple sectors. She earned her J.D. from the University of California College of the Law, San Francisco in 1987. Prior to that, she completed her undergraduate studies at Oberlin College, where she received a B.A.

in 1982. Her educational background laid a strong foundation for her legal career, equipping her with the skills necessary to navigate intricate legal fields. Kerry's practice encompasses a variety of case types, including regulatory compliance, environmental assessments, and transactional matters related to energy and natural resources. Cases she handles often involve negotiations, litigation, and administrative hearings. Her experience allows her to represent clients effectively in both state and federal courts, as well as before regulatory agencies. In addition to her role at Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP, Kerry is actively involved in several professional associations.

She is a member of the Section of Environment, Energy, and Resources of the American Bar Association. Furthermore, she participates in the Environmental Law Section of the State Bar of California. Her leadership roles include serving as General Counsel for the California Construction and Industrial Materials Association (CalCIMA) and chairing both the CalCIMA Legal Committee and the CalCIMA Associates Subcommittee. Before joining Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP, Kerry built a solid reputation in the legal community through her dedication and expertise. Her work has contributed to significant advancements in environmental policy and business regulations in California. She is known for her ability to bridge the gap between legal requirements and practical business solutions, making her a valuable asset to her clients.

Kerry remains committed to staying at the forefront of developments in her practice areas. She frequently attends conferences and workshops to enhance her knowledge and share insights with colleagues. This commitment to professional growth ensures that she provides the highest level of service to her clients, helping them handle the requirements of business law and related fields.

Education

University of California College of the Law, San Francisco

J.D.

1987

Oberlin College

B.A.

1982

Languages

English (Spoken)

Experience

Partner

Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP

Accepted Jurisdictions

California

Court Admissions

California Supreme Court State Supreme Court

Types of Cases Handled

business law energy law oil and gas law environmental law government and administrative law

Legal Services Scope

Negotiations Litigation Administrative hearings

Professional Associations

Section of Environment, Energy, and Resources, American Bar Association

has membership Current

Environmental Law Section, State Bar of California

has membership Current

Rocky Mountain Mineral Law Foundation

has membership Current

California Construction and Industrial Materials Association (CalCIMA)

General Counsel 2013 - 2014

CalCIMA Legal Committee

Chair 2010 - 2014

CalCIMA Associates Subcommittee

Chair 2009 - 2011

Office Locations

Main Office

 2 Embarcadero Center 5th Floor San Francisco CA 94111