Atty. Matthew Joseph Shea

Atty. Matthew Joseph Shea

Matthew Joseph Shea is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate, tax. Matthew received a B.A. degree from Winona State University in 1996, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Joseph Shea at a glance

Matthew Joseph Shea is a Principal based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Lathrop GPM LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on estate planning, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1993), Minnesota US District Court, District of Minnesota (2001), and North Dakota (2015). Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 2001) and Winona State University (B.A., 1996). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew Joseph Shea is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate, tax
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from Winona State University in 1996, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Matthew practices at Lathrop GPM LLP in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Joseph Shea's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Joseph Shea handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Matthew Joseph Shea is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Minnesota →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Matthew Joseph Shea is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Minnesota →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

Practicing law in Minnesota. Legal matters in Minnesota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Minneapolis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Minnesota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Minnesota brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Minnesota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew Joseph Shea

Where is Matthew Joseph Shea's law office located?
Matthew Joseph Shea's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Lathrop GPM LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Joseph Shea handle?
Matthew Joseph Shea focuses on estate planning, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Matthew Joseph Shea practiced law?
Matthew Joseph Shea has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Matthew Joseph Shea go to law school?
Matthew Joseph Shea earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Matthew Joseph Shea for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew Joseph Shea directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Matthew Joseph Shea received?
Matthew Joseph Shea's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
William Mitchell College of Law
- 2001
B.A.
Winona State University
- 1996

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1993
Minnesota US District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 2001
North Dakota
Admitted: 2015

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