Licensed for 9 years

State FL

Acquired 2014

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Christopher Luis Melendez

Family Attorney at Tallahassee, FL

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Practice areas

Family

50%

Personalized legal solutions to help you move forward as your family transitions to new legally defined roles and responsibilities.
Child custody

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Compassionate and aggressive representation, asserting and defending your rights as a parent or guardian. Creating time-sharing schedules, defining safe co-parent boundaries and responsibilities, drafting parenting plans, calculating child support.
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Divorce and separation

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Supportive and knowledgeable guidance through all aspects of the dissolution of marriage process. Temporary and emergency issues, equitable distribution of assets and liabilities, dividing retirement, spousal and child support, and modifications.
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Alimony

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Skillful and detailed analysis of the financial needs of the parties and the ability to pay. This is a complex area of Florida law requiring a several factor examination of the parties unique and individual economic circumstances and contributions.
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WHEN YOU NEED AN EXPERIENCED AND COMPASSIONATE ADVOCATE, CALL THE VIRGA LAW FIRM TODAY FOR A FREE CONSULTATION!

Attorney Christopher Melendez is the Managing Attorney for The Virga Law Firm's Tallahassee office. Mr. Melendez is an experienced, knowlegeable and compassionate family law attorney who has helped countless families throughout the state of Florida.

Christopher Melendez focuses almost exclusively on assisting families navigating the emotionally charged and often legally complex area of family law. Working with high asset and liability distribution and alimony schedules, establishing paternity, drafting parenting plans and time-sharing calendars, calculating child support, obtaining injunctions for protection, negotiating settlement terms, mediation advocacy, dividing retirement and other complex financial instruments and accounts are just some of the multiple legal areas of family law that Mr. Melendez practices.

Christopher graduated from Florida State University Cum Laude, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Entrepreneurship. After obtaining over a decade of experience in his families' business, Christopher went on to attend law school. While obtaining his law degree Christopher served as a teaching assistant for various courses, including: Florida Coastal’s Lawyering Process I (legal writing and research), Lawyering Process II, and Advanced Legal Research courses. In addition, Chris interned for in the United States Middle District of Florida and earned a certificate in legal research, writing, and drafting.

Joining The Virga Law Firm, P.A. in 2016, Christopher brings years of conflict resolution experience, superb legal writing, and a dedication to thorough research and zealous advocacy to help families in need.

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The Virga Law Firm, P.A.

(850) 403-6517 Office

231 E Virginia St

Tallahassee, FL, 32301

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The Virga Law Firm, P.A.

(850) 403-6517 Office

415 Richard Jackson Blvd

Suite 500

Panama City, FL, 32407

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The Virga Law Firm, P.A.

(850) 403-6517 Office

1800 Pembrook Dr. Suite 160

Orlando, FL, 32810

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(850) 403-6517 Office

455 Harrison Ave Suite E

Panama City, FL, 32401

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(850) 403-6517 Office

134 Eglin Pkwy NE

Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548

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(850) 403-6517 Office

109 E. Garden St Suite B.

Pensacola, FL, 32502

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Posted by Stephen | June 5, 2020

Very Helpful and Professional

I contacted Mr. Melendez regarding a family custody issue, and he was very helpful and knowledgeable regarding the many potential avenues and solutions for my custody issue. I will not hesitate to hire Mr. Melendez should the need arise. I definitely recommend him.

Posted by Tony | May 20, 2020

Great lawyer

I hired Christopher Melendez to represent me . And I’m glad I did. Christopher Melendez really knows his stuff. He is very knowledgeable and will take the time to answer any questions and explain them. He is on time and will return phone calls quickly. I would recommend Christopher Melendez any day. Great lawyer. He really helped me through a very difficult time . I would hire him anytime. Thank you for all you did. You are a blessing.

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Posted by anonymous | May 6, 2020

Family and Marriage advice

I spoke with Mr. Melendez custody in the event of a divorce. He was very insightful, patient, and sincere. He was very honest about the effect divorce has on children and how the court wants what is best for the child and the family. He also recommended marriage counseling as divorce should only be pursued if reconciliation is not possible. It was helpful to receive legal expertise from someone who genuinely cared about you and your marriage.

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AVVO RATING 8.1 (Excellent)

Work Experience

Attorney
The Virga Law Firm, P.A.
2016 - Present

Associate
The Michael Gold Law Office
2015 - 2015

Associate
The Ticktin Law Group, P.A.
2015 - 2015

Associate
Korte and Wortman, P.A.
2014 - 2015

Attorney
Legal Services of North Florida
2014 - 2014

Teacher's Assistant: Advanced Legal Research
Florida Coastal School of Law
2013 - 2013

Law Clerk
Law Offices of Michael E. Seelie
2013 - 2013

Legal Intern
Chambers of Honorable Judge Schlesinger: U.S. Middle District of Florida
2012 - 2012

Legal Intern
St. John's County State Attorney Office
2012 - 2012

Teaching Assistant - Lawyering Process I/II
Florida Coastal School of Law
2011 - 2012

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Education

Florida Coastal School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor
2013

Florida State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2006

Associations

Florida Bar, Family Law Section
Attorney Member
2016 - Present

Tallahassee Bar Association
Member
2015 - Present

Florida Bar
Member
2014 - Present

Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2020

Lawyer of Distinction
Lawyers of Distinction
2020

Speaking Engagements

Florida Family Law and Ethics for Paralegals
Obtaining and Evaluating Financial Information
2020

Presentation to JAG Corps regarding Military Divorce - Tyndall Air Force Base
Military Divorce
2017

Northwest Florida Collaborative Law Group Info Session
Collaborative Law
2016

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Given (10)

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Michael Gold

Family Attorney | May 29
Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse Chris Melendez as an excellent family law attorney . I have known Chris for many years and briefly supervised him with family law cases in my Tallahassee office. Chris has tenacity. He is a great advocate and gives the extra attention to his cases so that the client is always first. Chris has gone in with his current firm to excel in family law litigation and mediation to the extent that he manages a local office autonomously. Tallahassee always has room for another good family lawyer and Chris will make his mark here."

Jessica Thompson

Family Attorney | May 29
Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is an extremely competent and hard-working attorney. We’ve consulted each other on matters of various practice areas in the years we’ve known each other. He explains everything to make sure that we’re on the same page during any discussions we have. You’re in good hands if you hire Chris to represent you."

Adam Dunn

Family Attorney | May 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris does excellent work. He’s a conscientious worker that cares for his clients. I fully endorse him."

Joseph Baker

Family Attorney | May 10
Relationship: Co-worker

"Attorney Christopher Melendez and I worked together at the Orlando office of the Virga Law Firm. He is a thorough and knowledgeable attorney that works hard for his clients. Attorney Melendez often stays after hours and works late to ensure preparedness for court appearances. He is friendly and easy to work with but aggressive when he needs to be. Additionally, he has worked in multiple offices throughout the state of Florida, which makes him a great asset to the firm and his clients. I highly endorse Attorney Melendez!"

JerriLynn Hadley

Unknown Attorney | Jan 06
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Melendez is an outstanding attorney. He is hard working and extremely knowledgeable."

Michael Goodson

Family Attorney | Jan 03
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Melendez is a knowledgeable attorney and is one of my first stops when I need to discuss a complex legal matter. Mr. Melendez works hard for his clients and is often the last attorney to leave the office. He truly cares about his clients and their success."

Juliane Brumbaugh

Foreclosure Attorney | Oct 25
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the pleasure of working with Christopher Melendez in 2015 in south Florida. Mr. Melendez proved to be a very dedicated and committed attorney, and was always willing to assist a fellow colleague when needed. We worked together on bench trials during my time in mortgage foreclosure litigation, and he was a helpful and critical part to our litigation division. I would not hesitate a moment in recommending Mr. Melendez to anyone seeking legal advice."

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