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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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Posted by Stephen | June 5, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
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 | Hired Attorney
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. ...
Posted by anonymous | May 6, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
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 p...
"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."
"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."
"Chris does excellent work. He’s a conscientious worker that cares for his clients. I fully endorse him."
"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!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Melendez is an outstanding attorney. He is hard working and extremely knowledgeable."
"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."
"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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2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Lawyer of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2016 - Present
Attorney, The Virga Law Firm, P.A.
2015 - 2015
Associate, The Michael Gold Law Office
2015 - 2015
Associate, The Ticktin Law Group, P.A.
2014 - 2015
Associate, Korte and Wortman, P.A.
2014 - 2014
Attorney, Legal Services of North Florida
2013 - 2013
Law Clerk, Law Offices of Michael E. Seelie
2013 - 2013
Teacher's Assistant: Advanced Legal Research, Florida Coastal School of Law
2012 - 2012
Legal Intern, Chambers of Honorable Judge Schlesinger: U.S. Middle District of Florida
2012 - 2012
Legal Intern, St. John's County State Attorney Office
2011 - 2012
Teaching Assistant - Lawyering Process I/II, Florida Coastal School of Law
2016 - Present
Florida Bar, Family Law SectionAttorney Member
2015 - Present
Tallahassee Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Florida BarMember
2013
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor
2006
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2020
Obtaining and Evaluating Financial Information
2017
Military Divorce
2016
Collaborative Law
English
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