Atty. Matthew J. Lapointe
Matthew is a Principal in the firm’s Business & Corporate and Health Care Law practice groups. Matthew represents companies and entrepreneurs in the full range of business and corporate matters and serves as general outside counsel to business owners in all sectors of the economy.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Bradenton, FL · 35+ Years Experience
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About Matthew J. Lapointe at a Glance
Matthew J. Lapointe is a Principal based in Bradenton, Florida, practicing at Blalock Walters, P.A.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on formation, contracts, employment, business, and m&a. Admitted to practice in New Hampshire (1991) and Florida U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire (2005). Educated at Northeastern University (J.D., 1991) and Williams College (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of New Hampshire Bar Association The Florida Bar. Serves clients in Bradenton, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew J. Lapointe
- Matthew is a Principal in the firm’s Business & Corporate and Health Care Law practice groups
- Matthew represents companies and entrepreneurs in the full range of business and corporate matters and serves as general outside counsel to business owners in all sectors of the economy
- He advises business owners on day-to-day issues, such as personnel problems, as well as on strategic issues, such as business succession planning and business sales and acquisitions
- Matthew works with start-ups as well as mature businesses, solving challenging problems with practical solutions.In his Health Care Law practice, Matt advises health care providers and health care institutions on compliance with the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules, the federal anti-referral law, anti-kickback law, Medicare and Medicaid compliance, as well as compliance with state licensing laws
- Matthew has handled numerous health care transactions, including the purchase and sale of physician practices, dental practices, veterinary clinics, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities
Practice Areas Explained
Matthew J. Lapointe's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew J. Lapointe handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Bradenton.
Business Formation in Bradenton
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Contracts in Bradenton
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Employment Law in Bradenton
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in Bradenton
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Bradenton
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Bradenton
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Bradenton are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Bradenton Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Bradenton-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Bradenton Choose Matthew J. Lapointe
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Matthew J. Lapointe's practice in the field of formation, contracts, employment, business, and m&a.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew J. Lapointe brings 35+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Hampshire and Florida U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire, Matthew J. Lapointe can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, contracts, and employment, Matthew J. Lapointe can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Bradenton
A Bradenton-based practice means Matthew J. Lapointe attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Matthew J. Lapointe Handles in Bradenton
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