Bibliography Of Joseph L. Messa, Jr.

Meet Joseph L. Messa, Jr., Esq.

Joseph L. Messa, Jr. is the Founding Partner of Messa & Associates, P.C., a prestigious law firm specializing in catastrophic injury litigation. As an AV-rated attorney, the highest rating available, Mr. Messa is listed in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers and has established himself as a formidable force in the legal community.

Professional Accomplishments

Mr. Messa has achieved remarkable success in representing clients across the nation, securing seven- and eight-figure verdicts and settlements in various areas of complex personal injury law. His expertise spans medical malpractice, products liability, transportation accidents, construction and workplace injuries, fire-related cases, and litigation involving defective pharmaceuticals and medical devices.

Notable Settlements and Verdicts

Mr. Messa's track record of success is evident in his impressive list of settlements and verdicts:

• $120 Million: Total recovery in orthopedic bone screw litigation
• $50 Million: Verdict against 3M for defective Combat Arms earplugs
• $35.5 Million: Recovery for the death of two children in a fire caused by defective appliances
• $35 Million: Settlement in a commercial truck product liability case
• $30.55 Million: Settlement in a dram shop case involving a fatal drunk driving crash
• $23 Million: Birth injury case resulting in cerebral palsy

Educational Background and Early Career

Born and raised in the Germantown section of Philadelphia, Mr. Messa learned the value of hard work early in life. He attended Chestnut Hill Academy and worked his way through college and law school with a house painting business he founded. Mr. Messa graduated with honors from Tulane University in 1984 and went on to earn his law degree cum laude from Temple University School of Law in 1988. During his time at Temple, he was honored with the Horace Stern Award for Excellence in Products Liability and the American Jurisprudence Award for Products Liability.

Professional Affiliations and Achievements

Mr. Messa is actively involved in numerous professional organizations, including:

• American Association for Justice
• American Bar Association
• Fellow of the American Bar Foundation
• Pennsylvania Association for Justice – Board of Governors
• Philadelphia Bar Association
• New Jersey Association for Justice
• Elected Advocate of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA)

He has also served in various leadership roles within the Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association, including as President from 2015 to 2016.

Recognition and Honors

Mr. Messa's exceptional legal skills have earned him numerous accolades:

• Diplomat of the American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys
• Member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
• Named a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by The National Trial Lawyers
• Selected for membership in America's Top 100 Attorneys
• Fellow of the International Society of Barristers
• Consistently selected to the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list (2009-2024)
• Named to the Top 100 Pennsylvania and Top 100 Philadelphia lists (2012-2024)
• Selected to the New Jersey Super Lawyers list (2017-2024)
• Designated a Legal Eagle by Philly Style magazine (2017-present)

Joseph L. Messa, Jr. is licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Delaware, Virginia, Georgia, and Florida, making him a versatile and highly sought-after attorney for complex personal injury cases across multiple jurisdictions.

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