Atty. Matthew Thomas Blackshear

Atty. Matthew Thomas Blackshear

Matthew Thomas Blackshear is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, real estate, real property and 4 other areas of law. Matthew received a M.B.A. degree from Florida State University in 2002, and has been licensed for 23 years.

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Profile Summary

About Matthew Thomas Blackshear at a glance

Matthew Thomas Blackshear is a Partner based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Shutts & Bowen LLP. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, real estate, litigation, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (2003). Educated at Florida State University (J.D., 2002) and Florida State University (M.B.A. University, 2002). Active member of The Florida Bar. Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew Thomas Blackshear is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, real estate, real property and 4 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a M.B.A. degree from Florida State University in 2002, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Matthew practices at Shutts & Bowen LLP in Tampa, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Thomas Blackshear's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Real Estate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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 Tampa 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew Thomas Blackshear

Where is Matthew Thomas Blackshear's law office located?
Matthew Thomas Blackshear's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Shutts & Bowen LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Thomas Blackshear handle?
Matthew Thomas Blackshear focuses on trusts, probate, real estate, litigation, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Matthew Thomas Blackshear practiced law?
Matthew Thomas Blackshear has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Matthew Thomas Blackshear go to law school?
Matthew Thomas Blackshear earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (M.B.A. University, 2002).
How can I contact Matthew Thomas Blackshear for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Florida State University
- 2002
M.B.A. University
Florida State University
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 2003

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