Atty. Melissa Renea Sharpsteen

Atty. Melissa Renea Sharpsteen

Ms. Melissa Renea Sharpsteen is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury, business law and 10 other areas of law.

St. Petersburg St. Petersburg 31 yrs experience 31 year
Call (727) 870-5156 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Melissa Renea Sharpsteen at a glance

Melissa Renea Sharpsteen is a wills, trusts, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law attorney based in St. Petersburg, Florida. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in Florida (1995). Educated at University of Louisville (J.D., 1995) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1990). Serands clients in St. Petersburg, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Melissa Renea Sharpsteen is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury, business law and 10 other areas of law
  • Melissa received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1990, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Melissa practices in St. Petersburg, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa Renea Sharpsteen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Melissa Renea Sharpsteen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Melissa Renea Sharpsteen is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Florida →

Trusts

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Personal Injury

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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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Family Law

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 Florida

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 St. Petersburg 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melissa Renea Sharpsteen

Where is Melissa Renea Sharpsteen's law office located?
Melissa Renea Sharpsteen's law practice is located in St. Petersburg, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa Renea Sharpsteen handle?
Melissa Renea Sharpsteen focuses on wills, trusts, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Melissa Renea Sharpsteen practiced law?
Melissa Renea Sharpsteen has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Melissa Renea Sharpsteen go to law school?
Melissa Renea Sharpsteen earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Melissa Renea Sharpsteen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Louisville
- 1995
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1995

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