John F. Shea
About John F. Shea
John F. Shea is a lawyer based in Boston, MA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. John F. Shea is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Environmental Law
- Litigation - Environmental
Current Firm: Verrill
Education: Vermont Law School, MA Environmental Law, graduated 1982 and University of Maine, J.D., graduated 1976
Location: Boston, MA
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