Atty. Christopher D. Messing
EXPERIENCE Christopher Messing is a shareholder in the firm’s Education Law Group. He joins the firm with experience litigating matters in both state and federal courts in cases involving general tort liability, premises liability, property damage, first-party auto, and third-party auto.
Profile Summary
About Christopher D. Messing at a glance
Christopher D. Messing is an Attorney based in Troy, Michigan, practicing at Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C.. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Their practice focuses on real estate, slip & fall, product liability, litigation, and education. Admitted to practice in Michigan (2014), U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan (2015), U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan (2016), and United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit (2019). Educated at Michigan State University College of Law (J.D., 2014) and Oakland University (B.A. Spanish, 2010). Active member of May 2021 - Present, MEMBERSHIPS •Association of Defense Trial Counsel - Board of Directors. Serves clients in Troy, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Want to Get Service From This Attorney?
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About
- EXPERIENCE Christopher Messing is a shareholder in the firm’s Education Law Group
- He joins the firm with experience litigating matters in both state and federal courts in cases involving general tort liability, premises liability, property damage, first-party auto, and third-party auto
- This representation has resulted in dispositive relief and favorable settlements for his clients
- Chris prides himself on being personable and always making himself available to his clients
- Outside of his practice, Chris enjoys playing hockey and is a devoted fan of the Detroit Red Wings
- You may also frequently find him in attendance at Detroit Lions home games
- He likes to travel and is always open to trying new foods
- Chris is admitted to practice in the State of Michigan (2014), the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan (2015), the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan (2016), and United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit (2019)
- AWARDS •Jurisprudence Award in Advocacy - Michigan State University College of Law •Jurisprudence Award in Constitutional Law II - Michigan State University College of Law •Jurisprudence Award in Securities Regulation - Michigan State University College of Law Distinctions rising star: 2022-2023
Practice Areas Explained
Christopher D. Messing's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher D. Messing handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Christopher D. Messing is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Michigan →
Christopher D. Messing is one of 25,743 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Michigan →
Christopher D. Messing is one of 60,257 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Michigan →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Christopher D. Messing is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Michigan →
Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
Christopher D. Messing is one of 21,546 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Michigan →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Michigan
Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Troy are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Looking for additional Michigan attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Troy or all attorneys in Michigan.
Frequently Asked
Common questions about Christopher D. Messing
Where is Christopher D. Messing's law office located?
What practice areas does Christopher D. Messing handle?
How long has Christopher D. Messing practiced law?
Where did Christopher D. Messing go to law school?
How can I contact Christopher D. Messing for a consultation?
Practice Areas
Education
Bar Admissions
Reviews
No reviews yet.