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Attorney Marisa Powers Named Principal at Blalock Walters

Marisa J. Powers, Esq.,
Local Government Law, Litigation, and Land Use Law
PRESS RELEASE: The law firm of Blalock Walters, P.A. is pleased to announce that local government attorney Marisa J. Powers has been named principal in the firm.
Powers is AV Preeminent™ Rated by Martindale-Hubbell and practices in the local government, land use, and litigation service areas. She serves as counsel to a wide variety of local government entities, including municipal, recreation and community development districts. Powers has advised boards, drafted ordinances, and reviewed agreements for various local governments. Her litigation practice includes businesses disputes, trust and estate disputes, title defect claims, and construction related controversies. Powers represents individuals, developers, builders, retail stores, non-profit organizations, title companies, and other businesses.
“Marisa is a highly valued and respected member of two practice groups at the firm. Additionally, her experience as a litigator is a great asset to our areas of practice,” said Mark Barnebey, land use and local government practice group leader. “She is a great attorney and an outstanding representative of Blalock Walters in the community. This promotion is well-deserved.”
Powers currently serves on the Realize Bradenton Board of Directors, is a member of Cheers for Charity Women’s Giving Circle, and Past-President of Manatee Inn of Court and member of Manatee County Bar Association.
Powers can be reached at 941.748.0100 or mpowers@blalockwalters.com.

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