Atty. Mark A. Sessums
Mark A. Sessums formed the firm now known as Sessums Law Group, P.A. inApril 2008.
Family Law & More Attorney · Serving Lakeland, FL
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About Mark A. Sessums at a Glance
Mark A. Sessums is a personal injury and family law attorney based in Lakeland, Florida, practicing at Sessums Law Group PA. Admitted to practice in Florida, Sarasota Bar Association, Florida, The Florida Bar, Family Law Section: Executive Council, Florida, Lakeland Bar Association Member, and Florida, Highland's County Bar Association. Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1989). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serves clients in Lakeland, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark A. Sessums
- Mark A. Sessums formed the firm now known as Sessums Law Group, P.A. inApril 2008
- The firm has five (5) lawyers and represents clients in all types ofcivil litigation matters throughout the State of Florida and in otherjurisdictions
- Mr. Sessums has been Florida Bar Board Certified in Maritaland Family Law since 1997 and Civil Trial Law since 2010
- Mr. Sessumsearned Board Certification from the National Board of Trial Advocacy in2015
- Mr. Sessums is recognized for excellence by Best Lawyers in Americasince 2018 and the Sessums Law Group, P.A. team as Best Laws Firm inAmerica since 2019
- Mark has been nominated each year as a “Super Lawyer”since it’s inception of the rating service in 2006
- Mr. Sessums’ rating byAVVO.com as 10 out of 10 for his legal expertise
- Mr. Sessums is recognizedby Martindale Hubbell and his law peer group at the highest level for hisethical standards and legal ability
- The firm received the 2021 Platinum Awardfor Client Champion by Martindale Hubbell for putting the needs of clientsfirst in all matters
- Mr. Sessums also served as an Eagle in the AmericanJustice Association
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- Sessums gained admittance to Litigation Counsel of America, a prestigious triallawyer’s leadership organization
- The firm’s offices are in Tampa, Sarasota, Lakeland, and Sebring
Practice Areas Explained
Mark A. Sessums's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark A. Sessums handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Lakeland.
Personal Injury in Lakeland
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Family Law in Lakeland
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Lakeland
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Lakeland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Lakeland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Lakeland-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Lakeland Choose Mark A. Sessums
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Mark A. Sessums's practice in the field of personal injury and family law.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Florida, Sarasota Bar Association, Florida, The Florida Bar, Family Law Section: Executive Council, and Florida, Lakeland Bar Association Member, Mark A. Sessums can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and family law, Mark A. Sessums can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Lakeland
A Lakeland-based practice means Mark A. Sessums attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Mark A. Sessums Handles in Lakeland
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