New principal attorney named at local law firm

Matthew Staggs got his start at Blalock Walters P.A. as a summer law clerk just six years ago.

By Business Observer Staff
| 3:45 p.m. March 9, 2023
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After nearly six years of being with the firm, Matthew Staggs was promoted to principal attorney.

Manatee-Sarasota

After starting as a summer law clerk in 2017, Matthew Staggs has worked his way up to principal attorney at Blalock Walters P.A.

Staggs has been part of the law firm’s real estate, finance, leasing, and business and corporate practice groups since 2018 when he was named associate attorney.

“Matthew is a valued member of the firm and his ascension from an associate attorney to a principal attorney is indicative of his dedication and work ethic towards our clients,” says Managing Partner Matthew Plummer in a release. “Matthew’s experience and leadership is a tremendous asset of the firm, which allows the firm to enhance the quality of service provided to our clients.”

The new principal attorney is a member of both the Manatee County Bar Association and Manatee Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals. Blalock Walters P.A. has over 25 attorneys with offices in Bradenton and Sarasota.