Florida criminal defense attorney Matt Shafran has been selected to the 2026 Florida Rising Stars list by Super Lawyers for the sixth consecutive year, maintaining an unbroken streak of recognition from 2021 through 2026. This consistent honor matters because it signals sustained excellence in a field where reputation and peer validation directly impact client outcomes and professional standing.
The Super Lawyers Rising Stars list recognizes only the top 2.5 percent of attorneys in each state who are either 40 years old or younger or have been in practice for 10 years or less. The selection process involves a rigorous, patented multiphase system that includes statewide surveys of lawyers, independent research evaluation of candidates, and peer reviews by practice area. This methodology creates what the organization describes as a credible, comprehensive, and diverse listing intended to assist both consumers and legal professionals in searching for qualified counsel. More information about the selection criteria and organization is available at SuperLawyers.com.
For practicing attorneys, especially in competitive legal markets like Florida, such sustained recognition carries significant professional weight. "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." The importance extends beyond individual achievement, as consistent peer recognition can influence case referrals, courtroom credibility, and client trust in high-stakes criminal defense matters.
As the head of the criminal defense division at Weinstein Legal Team, Shafran utilizes a perspective gained from his previous role as a prosecutor for the Palm Beach County State Attorney's Office. This "both sides of the courtroom" experience informs his defense of clients facing charges ranging from DUIs and drug offenses to complex felonies. The firm's founder, Justin Weinstein, noted the significance of the sustained achievement: "Matt's consistent recognition by Super Lawyers is a testament to his legal acumen and his unwavering ethics. 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."
For potential clients navigating the criminal justice system, such peer-validated distinctions provide a measurable benchmark when selecting legal representation. The Super Lawyers recognition process, developed by Thomson Reuters, serves as an external validation mechanism in an industry where quality assessment can be challenging for consumers. The firm provides additional information at www.thelawofwe.com. The consecutive nature of Shafran's recognition suggests not just a single achievement but a pattern of professional excellence maintained over half a decade, which in the legal field indicates reliability, sustained peer respect, and a track record that clients can consider when making critical decisions about their defense representation.
