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Overview
After serving as a law clerk with the First District Court of Appeal in Tallahassee, Brendan returned to Southwest Florida to join the firm. Following three years in the Tort & Insurance Litigation Department, he is now a member of the firm’s Business Litigation Department, handling business disputes at both the trial and appellate levels.
Brendan’s foundation in the legal industry was enhanced by clerking for the Honorable Rachel Nordby of the First DCA and completing a judicial externship for the Honorable Sheri Chappell of the United States District Court, Middle District of Florida. Both Judges included him in disposition conferences, pretrial deliberations, and proceedings that came before the court, where he has observed many oral arguments and rulings. In 2025, Brendan was recognized as a “Rising Star” by Florida Super Lawyers Magazine, and in 2024, Naples Illustrated magazine named him a “Top Lawyer” for his work in insurance law.
Brendan earned his Sport Management undergraduate degree and Juris Doctorate from Florida State University. While in law school, Brendan was selected by Professor Tamara Blenkhorn as a Teaching Assistant for Legal Research and Writing. He received a 2020 FSU Law Challenge Coin, a pro bono service award, and a place on the Dean’s List.
Brendan was born and raised in Fort Myers and follows the path of his father, Robert Shearman. Bob also graduated Florida State University law school and practiced law at Henderson Franklin for over three decades. Brendan is married and is excited to be back in Southwest Florida with his family.
Professional and Civic Affiliations
Brendan serves as a Board Member for United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades, a volunteer driven organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for all people in our community. He also serves on the Board of Directors for the Lee County Bar Association Foundation and the Southwest Florida Federal Court Bar Association. He has volunteered at tax clinics for low-income families and enjoys participating in United Way fundraising events.