$ 425-425 per hour
Melisa Lyn Medina
About Melisa
Biography
Ms. Medina chose to pursue the practice of law later in her career. Originally, she grew up in Michigan, attended Michigan State University and became a teacher. Many years later, she started her own medical business and ran that company for approximately six years. After personal experience in family law litigation, she decided to return to the classroom, this time as a student and began law school at Barry University School of Law in Orlando. Raising two children, while attending law school, she pursued her passion to become a family law attorney.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
12 years | 75 cases
Alimony
20%
12 years | 40 cases
Child Support
20%
12 years | 60 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 11 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2014
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Location
Medina & Ritter, PLLC
994 Douglas Avenue, Ste. 100, Altamonte Springs, FL, 32714
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Posted by Mark B | January 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family
Above and Beyond
I'll start by saying that Melisa is not your everyday Family law attorney. She walked me through the process with the utmost professional concern for my welfare and with the intent of making this process as painless as possible. When I called her for even the smallest piece of advice, I felt like I w...
Posted by Lay lay | October 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
A beast !!!!
Melisa is the best she got the job done and a wonderful outcome in a custody case if you don’t hire her let’s say you don’t have no idea what you are loosing out on my first attorney was horrible and we fired him and hired Melisa and she is definitely a beast..
Posted by Jenny | September 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Excellent! Highly highly recommend!
Melisa Medina and her team are amazing! They were so helpful and kind throughout the entire process. Melisa is an expert in family law and she is very detail-oriented and time efficient. She and her team always had our children's best interests as a top priority, and I could not be more grateful f...
Posted by Adam | May 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Trustworthy, Protective, Relentless
I had the good fortune to be represented by Melissa. I felt very anxious and very alone in regards to my legal matter as I looked for attorneys. From our 1st conversation on the phone, Melissa put my nerves at ease and gave me confidence to move forward with her. That confidence only increased after ...
Posted by Angela | May 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Just Wonderful!
Melisa and her paralegal, Lori Leal, were just wonderful. They guided me through the divorce process; supported me through any setbacks; set reasonable expectations; and helped negotiate a fair and reasonable outcome. They were true advocates for me and tried to keep costs within reason. I couldn'...
Melisa Lyn Medina's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Melisa is top-notch and goes the distance when representing her client."
"I have known Melisa since law school and have always been impressed with her intelligence, professionalism, and preparation. I fully and completely endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. She does a thorough job on her cases."
"Melisa is a smart, dedicated, and formidable attorney. I have seen her personally fight successfully for her clients on complex matters and was aggressive yet reasonable in her approach. As a result of her efforts, I have referred several cases to Melisa because I know my reputation rides on her abilities."
"If you have a Family Law issue, then look no further. Ms. Medina will work extremely hard to get the best results possible for her clients. She is intelligent, experienced, and very hard working. Highly recommended!"
"I have known Melisa since we attended law school together. She is devoted to her practice and has become a fantastic family attorney. I endorse her with pleasure."
"Melissa offers her clients wise counsel and the benefit of her substantial professional and life experience. She puts her clients' interests first and foremost. She guides them to make smart decisions with long term goals in mind. I wholeheartedly endorse Melissa as an excellent attorney."
"It is rare to find a family law attorney that is as tenacious and well liked as Melissa. Her hard-work, dedication to the profession, knowledge of the law, and likeable personality make her the go-to family law attorney, particularly in Seminole County! You won’t be disappointed."
"Melisa is a great lawyer and a great person. She knows the law and does a great job for her clients. I have referred many people to her for family law issues."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is always available to her clients and very passionate about her cases."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Melissa is a great family law attorney who cares about her clients and their cases."
"Melissia is an up and coming superstar who is knowledgeable, professional and personable."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is professional, ethical and I would highly recommend her."
"In a short time, Melisa has already distinguished herself as an exceptional family law attorney. She is diligent, direct, and brings a maturity to her practice that makes her a perfect fit for family law. I endorse this attorney."
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Experience
Honors
1993
Deans list, Michigan State University
1992
Deans list, Michigan State University
1992
scholarship, Alpha Delta Kappa Honorary Society for Women Educators
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Attorney, Kendrick Law Group
2013 - Present
Attorney, Weiss, Grunor, Barclay & Barnett
2002 - 2008
CFO, Absolute Home Healthcare
1996 - 2001
Teacher, Annunciation Catholic Academy
1993 - 1996
Teacher, Our Lady of Lourdes Cahtolic School
Associations
2017 - Present
Collaborative Law Group of Central Floridamember
2016 - Present
Heroes for Babiesvolunteer
2014 - Present
Catholic Lawyers GuildFounding Member
2014 - Present
Seminole County Chamber of CommerceMember
2014 - Present
Michigan State Alumni AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Seminole County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Supplemental Petition for Modification
My client's increase for child support was 40% of what the Dept. of Revenue had informed him
dissolution
settled the case within 2 weeks after the deposition
Education
2014
Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor
1993
Michigan State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Family Law Inn of Court
Stalking Injunctions
Publications
2014
Barry Law School Child and Family Journal
Split Decisions in Child Pornography Restitution Cases further Injure Victims
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I request business bank statements on self employed ex spouse in calculating child support?
19 Nov 2017
Q&A
Can I file for an annulment without hiring an attorney in the state of florida?
16 Nov 2017
Q&A
Is DCFS allowed to question a kindergartener(5yr old) with out parent nor permission? What are my rights, school violated my chi
17 Nov 2017