Paul M. Messina, Jr.

Paul M. Messina, Jr. is a Real Estate Lawyer, partner, and co-owner at Messina Law Group, P.A. in Florida. He advises clients on real estate, probate, estate planning, family law, and civil litigation. His experience covers property transactions, ownership disputes, appellate matters, trials, post-trial proceedings, and alternative dispute resolution. He helps individuals, families, and businesses address important legal and financial concerns through careful preparation and practical guidance.

Paul earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Real Estate from Florida State University in 2007. He received his Juris Doctor and Master of Business Administration from Stetson University in 2010. His combined legal, financial, and business education supports detailed analysis of property transactions, estate matters, litigation risks, and commercial concerns. He joined the Florida Bar in 2010 and later gained admission to several federal and bankruptcy courts.

Paul began his career at a midsize Tampa law firm before joining Greenspoon Marder, P.A. He later spent nearly eight years with Blank Rome LLP, representing major corporations in complex legal matters. His practice has included hundreds of cases involving real estate, probate, estate planning, family law, and civil litigation. He has served as lead counsel during appellate arguments, trials, post-trial proceedings, negotiations, and alternative dispute resolution.

Paul M. Messina, Jr. has received AV Preeminent recognition for legal ability and ethical standards. His honors include Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for real estate litigation from 2021 through 2023. He was selected as a Florida Rising Star in real estate from 2018 through 2023. He has also provided hundreds of pro bono service hours through Bay Area Legal Services. His broad experience supports clear advice and determined representation during significant property and legal disputes.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Co-Owner, Messina Law Group, P.A.
• Member, The Florida Bar

Licensed State

• Florida

Education

• Stetson University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Stetson University
  Master of Business Administration
• Florida State University
  Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Real Estate

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