Paul Messina

Paul Messina

5.0
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 13 years

Immigration Lawyer at Orlando, FL
Practice Areas: Immigration, Business, Real Estate

301 E. Pine Street, Suite 300, Orlando, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 13 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2012

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Location

COLOMBO & HURD, PL

301 E. Pine Street, Suite 300, Orlando, FL, 32801

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Paul Messina's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Pablo | May 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent and professional

Under his guidance, I got the EB-2 NIW visa. Everything moved smooth and according he anticipated. Attorney Paul was always available to answer every inquiry. I strongly recommend his professional services.

Posted by Richard | June 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Attentive, Objective, Meticulous and Full Cycle Client Service Quality

I retained the services of Mr. Messina for two RFE cases (i140 in March of 2020 and in March of 2021 for an i485) both of which required (i) a preponderance of evidence from recognized, credible experts in my field; (ii) in depth supporting documentation that demonstrated real world relevancy and (ii...i) addressing beyond reasonable doubt the merits and efficacy of the various aspects submitted for review and consideration in response to both RFEs. From the initial no-cost consultation it was abundantly clear that Mr. Messina was intensely focused on what the challenges were and any immediate legal underpinnings that would need to become priority areas to be addressed to increase chances of success - all within the time bound limits of the required RFE response deadlines. This was by no means a casual, laissez faire interaction by an individual focused on simply checking the box of another addition to a monthly legal portfolio quota. I ended that consultation confident that if even a fraction of the effort and engagement I just experienced translated itself into the actual client-relationship activity of crafting and compiling the RFE requirements of the first case - that I was about to receive a very high standard of customer service and quality legal support the likes of which a layman’s perception might reasonably conclude was only reserved for a privileged select of society. I immediately arranged to meet and enter into contract for legal services from Mr. Messina. Wasting no time, he got to work immediately and demonstrated a mastery of patiently analyzing the RFE and juxtaposition of the request against my initial documentation to identify gaps, areas for improvement and opportunities to emphasize and ultimately exceed the expectations of every key aspect of the RFE’s expressed queries and concerns. There is an indescribable peace of mind that came with this type of approach from a legal professional. He was also very responsive throughout the process to queries by email, calls, and text. The result of his efforts to ensure everything submitted was validated and fully in line and compliant with guidelines, stipulations and the requirements of the RFE, was a successful outcome in the first instance and one year later his same attitude, professionalism and approach from initiation through completion, also resulted in yet another successful outcome. I have no doubt that if you make an informed decision like I did to proceed with Mr. Messina as my representative, your need for legal consult or retainer for the challenge you are facing will be in capable hands with knowledge, insights and guidance you can depend on.

Posted by anonymous | February 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent Work

We hired them for the visa E2 procedures. Paul Messina and Carolina Kripinsky made every effort to do the best of this job well done. They are reliable, hard working, and have every detail thought ahead. They compiled all documents needed and the consul didn’t have to ask for further information.... We could contact them at anytime and they are always able to answer our questions. We highly recommend them.

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Brandon Gans

Immigration lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Paul Messina is extremely knowledgeable in his practice area. He is helpful at answering any related questions."

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Carolina Kripinski

Immigration lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"Paul practices law with skill and integrity, two qualities that are too often lacking in the immigration world. He is a superb person and lawyer. He is highly responsive to inquiries and very dedicated to his practice, his community and his family. He is thoughtful, diligent and dependable. It is my honor and pleasure to serve with him as his Partner at Abi-Law!"

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Luciane Tavares

Immigration lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Paul is an amazing attorney. He is very detailed oriented, very knowledgeable and great colleague. Always helping his fellow attorneys."

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Hunter Higdon

Unknown lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Carolina Kripinski

Immigration lawyer

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Immigration lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Associations

2017 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

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