Melissa has a broad practice encompassing civil litigation and employment consulting. She often handles complex matters that do not fit neatly into a particular practice area. Her civil litigation experience includes employment consulting and litigation, complex commercial and contract litigation, trust and estate litigation, and tort and personal injury litigation. She has practiced extensively in state and federal courts throughout Virginia. She regularly advises employers regarding employment practices and policymaking, and is experienced in handling and conducting EEO investigations and administrative claims. She frequently advises on employment issues arising in the education and healthcare contexts, representing both public and private school systems, as well as colleges and universities, small medical practices, and hospitals. She also has significant experience with technology-related issues, such as social medial policies. Melissa's experience in fiduciary litigation includes representing beneficiaries and fiduciaries with respect to risk management issues as well as litigation.
"Good client service depends upon recognizing what makes each client unique."

An animal lover, Melissa also has an active animal law practice, in which she assists individuals, animal welfare groups, and commercial entities in a wide variety of areas, including litigation and alternative dispute resolution, risk management, regulatory issues, and product development.

She is committed to giving back to the community and regularly participates in multiple pro bono representations.