T​​​​he alcoholic beverage industry is one of the most heavily regulated and nuanced industries in the country.

No two businesses face the same challenges in this uniquely complex and constantly evolving space. Navigating it takes more than legal knowledge; it takes real industry experience, practical expertise, and a genuine understanding of the business behind the label.

That’s why Chris Messina founded The Messina Law Firm: to provide experienced, tailored counsel and support for businesses across the alcoholic, non-alcoholic, intoxicating, and consumer packaged goods industries of every size, from the earliest stages of a startup to the complexities of a multinational operation. We meet our clients where they are, so they get the right guidance and support — from the first pour to the global stage.

The Messina Law Firm advises breweries, wineries, distilleries, brand owners, and beverage producers on a wide range of matters, including federal and state licensing; distribution strategy and expansion planning; the negotiation and drafting of distribution agreements, co-packing, alternating proprietorship, custom crush, and production contracts; sponsorship, licensing, and promotional agreements; new product innovation, formulation, and labeling for TTB- and FDA-regulated products; M&A due diligence and strategy; advertising, marketing, and trade practice compliance; and intellectual property clearance, registration, enforcement, and dispute resolution.