Charles A. Messina

Charles A. Messina

3.5
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 21 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Buffalo, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

3990 McKinley Pkwy, Suite 3, Buffalo, NY

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 21 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2005

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Charles A. Messina

3990 McKinley Pkwy, Suite 3, Buffalo, NY, 14219

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Charles A. Messina's Reviews

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3.5 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Posted by Cheryl | February 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

He saved me!

Mr. Charles Messina is a Rock Star****I was going through a terrible divorce. He was kind and caring and told me he has my back. My soon to be EX Husband was trying to take my Family's home from me, at trial he proved what a great Attorney he was. He paid attention to every detail and what a gre...at job he did.....he saved me! I got to keep my home, and I will always be grateful to him Mr. Messina I owe you! If I ever needed an attorney it would be him... Thank you ! Cheryl Menchi Yoder

Posted by anonymous | March 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Mr. Charles Messina

Mr. Messina has represented me for several years now. He was my third attorney but by far the best which is why I have stayed with him. For a number of years after my divorce I have unfortunately had ongoing matrimonial related legal issues which he has represented me for. He never pushes being overl...y litigious, and he will give you his advice and make recommendations as to what a reasonable course of action should be. He has excellent legal judgement and a tough negotiator, and comes very prepared to court. I have been to court with him regarding three Supreme Court matters before a Judge who has a reputation for being decidedly pro mother (I'm the father), and one Appellate Court matter and I have never lost. He works very hard, is reasonable, and doesn't try to "run up the bill" as I have experienced with the two attorneys prior to him. And he actually returns calls and emails which is a plus! Mr. Messina is an excellent matrimonial attorney and he will not disappoint.

Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Do not hire

I hired Chuck Messina for a divorce. It was a nightmare. He dragged my case forever by creating false problems and giving me false hope. Charles Messina ended up making thousands of dollars of off me. No concrete results for me. DO NOT HIRE - Charles Messina. What a mistake by having Charles Messi...na represent me in my divorce. Charles Messina did a horrible job and took me for thousands of Dollars of my hard earned money. Do not HIRE!!! and Run, don't walk from Charles Messina.

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Charles A. Messina's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 01

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"I endorse Charles. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Ryan Parisi

Family lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ronna DeLoe

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Lippes

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chuck is a knowledgeable professional. I highly recommend this lawyer."

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John Nelson

Family lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chuck is a fierce advocate for his clients. I frequently refer my matrimonial and custody clients to Chuck, and I would trust him with my own and most personal matters. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

2004

Order of the Barristers, SUNY at Buffalo Law School

2004

Concentration in Criminal Law, SUNY at Buffalo Law School

2003

Robert J. Connelly Trial Technique Award, SUNY at Buffalo Law School

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Owner, The Law Office of Charles A. Messina

2004 - 2009

Attorney, Offermann, Cassano, Greco, Slisz & Adams, LLP

Associations

2009 - Present

New York State Defenders Association

Member

2004 - Present

Bar Association of Erie County

Member of Matrimonial and Family Law Committees

2004 - Present

New York State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

Education

2004

SUNY Buffalo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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