The Weinstein Legal Team announced that partner and criminal defense attorney Matt Shafran has been selected to the 2026 Florida Rising Stars list by Super Lawyers. This marks the sixth consecutive year Mr. Shafran has received this honor, maintaining a streak from 2021 through 2026. The Super Lawyers Rising Stars list recognizes the top 2.5 percent of attorneys in each state, with eligibility requiring candidates to be either 40 years old or younger or in practice for 10 years or less.
"Being selected to the Rising Stars list for the sixth year in a row is a profound honor," said Matt Shafran. "At Weinstein Legal Team, we pride ourselves on providing a voice for those who feel unheard in the legal system. This recognition from my peers reinforces my commitment to fighting tirelessly for my clients and ensuring they receive the highest caliber of criminal defense representation." As the head of the criminal defense division at Weinstein Legal Team, Mr. Shafran utilizes his experience as a former prosecutor for the Palm Beach County State Attorney's Office to defend clients facing charges ranging from DUIs and drug offenses to complex felonies.
The selection process for Super Lawyers involves a rigorous, multi-phased approach designed to create a credible and diverse listing of outstanding attorneys. This patented process includes statewide surveys of lawyers, independent research evaluation of candidates, and peer reviews by practice area. The final list serves as a resource for consumers and legal professionals searching for counsel. For more details on the methodology, visit https://www.superlawyers.com.
"Matt's consistent recognition by Super Lawyers is a testament to his legal acumen and his unwavering ethics," said Justin Weinstein, founder of Weinstein Legal Team. "Six years of consecutive recognition is a remarkable achievement that reflects the trust he has built within the Florida legal community and the results he delivers for our clients every day." This ongoing acknowledgment underscores the firm's commitment to high-quality legal representation, potentially influencing how clients and peers perceive reliability and expertise in the criminal defense sector.
For individuals seeking legal services, such recognitions can serve as a valuable indicator of attorney quality and peer respect, aiding in informed decision-making. In the broader legal industry, sustained accolades like these highlight trends in professional excellence and may encourage higher standards across practices. The impact extends to fostering trust in legal systems, as consistent peer validation reinforces the importance of ethical and effective defense work in ensuring justice.
