Corporate Profile

Background

Messina Inc was formed in 2007, with the purpose and goal of being a select, specialist commercial legal firm, servicing clients in need of general commercial legal services.

The managing director is Carlo Messina, whose tertiary qualifications are as follows:

• Bachelor of Commerce Wits University
• Bachelor of Laws Wits University
• Higher Diploma in Insolvency Law University of Johannesburg
• Higher Diploma in Company Law Wits University

Messina Inc has 100% BEE procurement recognition

Track record

• Advising, negotiating and drafting commercial agreements for multinational and private companies
• Liquidation applications and insolvency enquiries on behalf of multinational and private companies
• Commercial litigation, including drafting of all pleadings without counsel assistance for multinationals and private companies
• Advising on new legislation affecting corporate law

Fee structure

• Fees charged on hourly rates, detemined by the nature, complexity and urgency of the matter.
• Strong emphasis on up-front discussions of fees and regular feedback to client
• Fees can be agreed to on a project basis to assist budgetting

Doctrines

• Delivery of full, efficient, high-quality service
• Up front discussion of fees
• Constant feedback and reporting on every move in matters
• Committed to empowerment and development through employment and strategized mentorship programs