Matthew Blackshear
About Matthew Blackshear
Matthew Blackshear is a lawyer based in Tampa, FL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2021. Matthew Blackshear is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Tampa, Florida
- Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Shutts & Bowen LLP
Education: Florida State University, J.D., graduated 2003
Location: Tampa, FL
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