Atty. Michael J. Messina

Atty. Michael J. Messina

Michael J. Messina is a lawyer practicing taxation, trusts and estates, corporate law and 1 other area of law.

Kansas City Kansas City 62 yrs experience 62 year
Call (816) 573-2692 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michael J. Messina at a glance

Michael J. Messina is a trusts, estate planning, business, and tax attorney based in Kansas City, Missouri. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1964) and U.S. Tax Court (1969). Educated at University of Notre Dame (LL.B., 1964) and University of Notre Dame (B.B.S., 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael J. Messina is a lawyer practicing taxation, trusts and estates, corporate law and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.B.S. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1961, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • Michael practices in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Messina's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J. Messina handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Michael J. Messina is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Missouri →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Michael J. Messina is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Missouri →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Michael J. Messina is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Michael J. Messina is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Kansas City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri 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 Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael J. Messina

Where is Michael J. Messina's law office located?
Michael J. Messina's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Messina handle?
Michael J. Messina focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Michael J. Messina practiced law?
Michael J. Messina has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did Michael J. Messina go to law school?
Michael J. Messina earned their education at (LL.B., 1964); (B.B.S., 1961).
How can I contact Michael J. Messina for a consultation?
You can contact Michael J. Messina directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael J. Messina received?
Michael J. Messina's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
University of Notre Dame
- 1964
B.B.S.
University of Notre Dame
- 1961

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1964
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1969

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