Movers and Shakers: Cliff Walters to Serve Second Term as Ringling Museum's Board of Directors Chair

Cliff Walters

BRADENTON – Clifford L. Walters, III, managing partner of the law firm of Blalock Walters, P.A., has been re-elected as Chair of the Board of Directors of The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art Foundation, Inc. for 2013-2014.

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art is one of the largest university museum complexes in the nation. It preserves the legacy of John and Mable Ringling, educating and enabling a large and diverse audience to experience and take delight in a world-renowned collection of fine art and circus memorabilia. The Ringling's diverse campus includes the Museum of Art, Ca' d’Zan mansion, Circus Museum, Historic Asolo Theater, Bayfront Gardens, and Art Library.

Walters concentrates his law practice in business planning, complex real estate transactions, and strategic estate planning. He has led numerous other boards including University of South Florida-Sarasota; United Way of Manatee County, Inc.; Goodwill Manasota, Inc.; Manatee Chamber of Commerce; and the Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation. 

Walters has been honored with Leadership Manatee’s Distinguished Leadership Award; the Edgar H. Price, Jr. Humanitarian Award; and the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Manatee County Bar Association. He has been selected for inclusion in the 2014 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America in the practice area of Real Estate Law.

Blalock Walters, P.A. is a multi-practice law firm built on a foundation of integrity and hard work. As one of the largest law firms in Manatee and Sarasota Counties with 23 attorneys, it serves a wide range of clients in diverse industries. Throughout its 90-year history, the firm has been a trusted advisor in resolving the legal needs of individuals, leading businesses and other institutions throughout the southwest Florida region and beyond. Please visit www.blalockwalters.com.