Shane W. McCormack
About Shane W. McCormack
Shane W. McCormack is a lawyer based in Burlington, VT and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Shane W. McCormack is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Burlington, Vermont
- Project Finance Law
- Public Finance Law
- Securities / Capital Markets Law
Current Firm: Paul Frank + Collins PC
Education: Boston University School of Law, J.D., graduated 2000 and Boston University, M.B.A., graduated 2000
Location: Burlington, VT
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