Robert M.P. Masella

Robert M.P. Masella

4.8
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 30 years

Family Lawyer at Columbia, SC
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

917 Calhoun St, Columbia, SC

About Robert

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 50%

30 years

50%

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Licenses

Licensed in South Carolina for 30 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 1995

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 30 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1995

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Masella Law Firm, P.A.

917 Calhoun St, Columbia, SC, 29201-2307

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Robert M.P. Masella's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Bob G. | February 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Very Pleased Parent!

Our recent experience with The Masella Law Firm was fantastic. Everyone in Mr. Masella's office was very professional and more importantly, caring, friendly, and genuinely concerned about giving us the best legal advice possible. My family would not hesitate to call this firm again. Highly recommende...d!

Posted by Mike D | February 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent attorney

I first met Bob about a possible divorce, having already met with several attorneys. I was most struck by his genuine nature and open sincerity. He was the first attorney to listen and offer personal insights, instead of jumping straight to the legal strategy he would use for my case. Bob was always ...practical in his approach and he was careful to set expectations when needed. He understood the system, the legal hurdles, and (most importantly) the distress I was feeling with a very difficult situation. Bob was a true advocate throughout a very difficult process and represented himself with exceptional character. We remain friends to this day.

Posted by Charlie | March 27, 2015 | Criminal Defense

“Outstanding counsel, exceeded our expectations!”

We contacted the South Carolina Bar seeking an AV rated attorney to represent our son on a criminal case. The Bar referred us to Mr. Masella who promptly responded to our call. Mr. Masella answered all of our questions, explained the legal process, provided us with expected resolutions and put my w...ife and I at ease. He proactively advocated for our son, fully resolving his case efficiently and effectively. His counsel was outstanding and exceeded our expectations. We wholeheartedly recommend Masella Law Firm.

Posted by anonymous | March 27, 2015

Extensive Knowledge of the law and experience to use that knowledge for a positive outcome!

Robert Masella has extensive knowledge of laws of our state, and the experience to use that knowledge to provide a positive outcome for his clients. I would highly recommend Mr. Masella to any of my family or friends. Wylena

Posted by Andrea | March 27, 2015

Excellent service for our college student!

When our college student found himself in need of an attorney we looked around and found a few attorneys that were less expensive, but we were very happy that we chose Bob Masella. His knowledge and expertise were invaluable and his office did an excellent job of keeping us informed since we live out... of state. They made our son feel comfortable and informed every step of the way, too, and it was so nice to know that there was someone there to help him through his situation since we couldn't be there. We couldn't have been more pleased with the service or the results.

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Robert M.P. Masella's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jessica Boylan

Family lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Reynolds Blankenship

Family lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Bob is a great lawyer and a great man."

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Jacob Sapochnick

Family lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Managing Partner, Masella Law Firm, P.A.

2000 - 2004

Judge, City Of Columbia Municipal Court

1996 - 1998

Assistant Solicitor, Richland County Solicitor's Office

1995 - 1996

Judicial Law Clerk, South Carolina Court of Appeals

Associations

2006 - Present

South Carolina Association for Justice

Member

1995 - Present

South Carolina Bar

Member

1995 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

Education

1995

University of South Carolina School of Law

JD

1985

Winthrop University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

1995

South Carolina Environmental Law Journal The Reorganization of South Carolina Environmental Agencies. Temporary Operating Procedures For the Administrative Law Division

Languages

English

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