Melissa is an attorney with over a decade of experience in both litigation and transactional matters. She focuses her practice in civil litigation defense, representing individuals, corporations, and insurance companies in both state and federal court, as well as with Appellate matters. Her practice includes an emphasis on general tort and insurance litigation, construction, and products liability law.
Melissa has a background in entrepreneurship and operations with extensive experience in business law, acting as General Counsel for a multi-national beverage brand, where she navigated a complex regulatory environment. She is experienced in Intellectual Property and Entertainment Law, including contract litigation. Melissa works closely with her clients to execute their objectives expeditiously and effectively.
Melissa is passionate about volunteering with several cancer charities including Immerman’s Angels and teaches women’s self-defense classes. Melissa enjoys the outdoors, especially the North Georgia Mountains, where she enjoys fishing. She is an avid coin collector and classical violinist.