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NewsTimes of San DiegoSeptember 1, 2026San Diego

San Diego attorney David P. Shapiro participates in Side by Side Reentry and Workforce Development Conference

Criminal defense attorney David P. Shapiro served as a panelist at the third annual Side by Side Reentry and Workforce Development Conference to discuss challenges faced by individuals returning to the community after incarceration. The event brought together over 300 stakeholders to address systemic barriers to employment and housing for formerly incarcerated citizens.

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Why It Matters

The conference highlights ongoing local efforts to coordinate policy, funding, and community support for individuals transitioning out of the justice system in San Diego County.

Key Facts

  • The third annual Side by Side Reentry and Workforce Development Conference was held at Sycuan Casino Resort in El Cajon.
  • The event was attended by more than 300 people, including probation leaders, employers, and policymakers.
  • David P. Shapiro participated in a panel regarding policy, advocacy, and systems change on July 29.
  • The conference focused on the practical challenges of reentry, specifically employment and housing for formerly incarcerated individuals.
  • David P. Shapiro founded his criminal defense firm in 2010.
  • Shapiro has been recognized as a superlawyer 11 times since 2015.

Who's Mentioned

personRobert Wood“Moderator of the policy, advocacy and systems change panel.”personDavid P. Shapiro“Criminal defense attorney and panelist at the conference.”personJeff Henderson“Keynote speaker.”organizationRise Up Industries“San Diego reentry and gang prevention organization.”otherSide by Side Reentry and Workforce Development Conference“A two-day event held at Sycuan Casino Resort.”locationSycuan Casino Resort“Venue for the conference.”personReginald Washington“Reentry and justice reform advocate.”personRonaldo Villeda“Chief operating officer of Catalyst Cares.”personCharlene Autolino“Chair of the San Diego Reentry Roundtable.”personTerrall Tillman“Reentry leader.”