Mr. Mark A. Sessums

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Mr. Mark A. Sessums: Attorney with Sessums Law Group, P.A.
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
  • Platinum Client Champion
  • Avvo Client Choice
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Biography

Attorney is Double Board Certified in Civil Trial Law and Marital and Family Law, Florida Board of Legal Specialization and Education. Mr. Sessums has achieved the highest rating for legal ability in Martindale.com and rated 10 of 10 by Avvo.com. Listed in Super Lawyers, 2006-2025. Editor, Family Law Section, Florida Bar Journal, 1999-2000. Author: "What are Wife's Contributions Worth Upon Divorce: Toward Fully Incorporating Partnership into Equitable Distribution," Florida Law Review, Vol. 41, No. 5, Fall 1989; "Family Law Fees-The High Point and the Current State of the Law," LXXIII, No. 4, Florida Bar Journal, April 1999; "Halfway Houses and Mental Health Treatment Facilities-Establishing Duty In Tort," LXXVII, No. 6, Florida Bar Journal, June 2003. Chairman, Amicus Curiae Committee, 2002-2003. Co-Chair, Legislation, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, 2005-2008.

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers; Center for Governmental Responsibility; Public Service Law.

(Board Certified Civil Trial Law and Marital and Family Law Lawyer, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education)
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Areas of Practice (21)

  • Divorce
  • Family Law
  • Alimony and Spousal Support
  • Collaborative Family Law
  • Child Custody/Support
  • Paternity
  • Post Judgement Modification and Enforcement of Support
  • Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
  • Visitation and Parental Rights
  • Mediation
  • Personal Injury
  • Brain Injuries and Spinal Injuries And Paralysis
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Premises Liability and Slip and Fall
  • Wrongful Death
  • Auto Accidents
  • Motorcycle Accidents
  • Truck Accidents
  • Personal Injury Protection
  • Business and Commercial Litigation
  • Civil and Appellate Practice

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of Florida, B.S., 1984
Law School Attended:
University of Florida Levin College of Law, J.D., 1989
Year of First Admission:
1989
Admission:
1989, Florida; 1989, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Memberships:
Hillsborough County Bar Association (Member, 1989-1995; President-Elect Young Lawyers Section, 1994-1995; Member, Board of Directors, Young Lawyers Section, 1991-1993); 10th Judicial Circuit Bar Association (Grievance Committee, 1999-2000; Chair, 2000-2001); The Florida Bar (Member: Civil Procedure Rules Committee, 1990-1993; Family Law Rules Committee, 1994-1998; Vice-Chair, 1996-1997; Executive Council, Family Law Section, 2002-2007; Vice-Chair, Legislation, 2006-2007; Co-Chair, 2007); Polk County Trial Lawyer's Association; Polk County Family Lawyers Association (Member, 2004-; President, 2002-2003); American Association for Justice (Eagle Member, 2008 - present); Florida Bar, Trial Lawyers Section (Member, 1995 - present); Association of Trial Lawyers of America (Member, 2006); American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (Fellow); Litigation Counsel of America, Trial Lawyer Honorary Society (Member); Florida Justice Association (Member, 2008 to present).
Certifications:
Board Certified Civil Trial Law and Marital and Family Law Lawyer, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
ISLN:
903845029

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Peer Reviews

4.6/5.0 (15 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.8/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.7/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.4/5.0

  • Communication

    4.5/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.8/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 04/02/12 in Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 03/22/10 in Commercial Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 03/20/10 in Family Law

    Mr. Sessums is extremely knowledgeable in the field of Family Law. I recently attended a Family Law seminar in which he participated as a speaker and found Mr. Sessums to present himself and his subject matter as well, if not better, than any speaker... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 03/09/10 in Family Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 03/09/10 in Domestic Relations

    Best lawyer I have ever litigated against.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Marketing Partner on 03/07/10 in Litigation

    I have known and worked with Mr. Sessums for many years. I have always been impressed by his hard work, commitment to the law, and dedication and determination to his clients. Please feel free to contact me anytime ofr additional information. Thanks

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 03/06/10 in Civil Practice

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 03/06/10 in Family Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/26/10 in Personal Injury

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/26/10 in Civil Litigation

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Avvo Client Review
4.8/5.0 (62 reviews)
Client Choice Award Client Champion

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Lawyers Client Review
5.0/5.0 (23 reviews)
Platinum Client Champion

I’m thankful I found Mark after mediation failed and my case was headed for trial. My prior atty recommended someone with strong trial experience and didn’t know Mark personally but spoke highly o...

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863-874-0426  Phone

863-646-2216  Fax

www.sessumslawgroup.com/about-us/mark-a-sessums

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