Matthew L. "Matt" Fornshell
About Matthew L. Fornshell
Matthew L. Fornshell is a lawyer based in Columbus, OH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2010. Matthew L. Fornshell is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Columbus, Ohio
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Securities
- Securities Regulation
Current Firm: Ice Miller LLP
Education: Vanderbilt University, J.D., graduated 1993
Location: Columbus, OH
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