About
Our Firm
Melissa R. Sharpsteen and Associates, P.A. is a two trial attorney law firm with over twenty years of combined experience, practicing in the areas of criminal litigation, bankruptcy personal injury and estate planning.
Before you hire an attorney: 1.) Ask how many cases they have tried. 2.) If it is a Federal criminal case, ask how many cases they have tried in Federal Court. You may be surprised. My firm defends citizens and non citizens alike in all criminal matters, providing quality, competent legal representation, at a time when you need a professional the most.
Serving Tampa Bay and the surrounding areas, including St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Tampa, Pinellas County, Hillsborough County, Pasco County, Manatee County, and Sarasota County.
Our Team
Melissa Sharpsteen is licensed to practice law in the United States Federal Middle District Courts as well as the Florida State Courts. She is experienced in the courtroom, having conducted both jury and nonjury trials in both criminal and civil cases. Throughout her career, Melissa has remained active in the legal community. Additionally, in keeping with her commitment to public service, she continues to participate in pro bono and charitable causes, most recently being named to the Board of Directors of the Celma Mastry Ovarian Cancer Foundation.
Meet Melissa
Michael Bowdish is a third generation attorney with eleven years experience in defending the accused in various jurisdictions around the Tampa Bay area. He has vigorously advocated clients’ cases before juries in Pinellas, Pasco, Hillsborough, and Manatee Counties, and has successfully negotiated thousands of settlements with prosecutors.
Meet Michael