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Heather M. Meglino
About Heather
Biography
Heather M. Meglino serves as General Counsel for Quality One Wireless and is the chief legal officer for the organization. She has broad experience counseling clients in areas spanning every aspect of business and commercial law, including contracts, complex business litigation, fraud-misrepresentation, employment law, intellectual property, and licensing.
Heather was previously Founder and Partner at Meglino Law, a law firm focused on business and commercial law. Additionally, Heather litigated cases including employment discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, overtime and unpaid wages, FMLA leave and disability issues, employment contracts, whistleblower and other employment law claims under various state and federal laws. She is licensed to practice law in Florida, and the United States District Courts for the Middle, Northern, and Southern Districts of Florida.
Heather has been selected as Orlando Family Magazine's "Awesome Attorneys" from 2019-2021, Super Lawyers "Rising Star" from 2015-2021, and she is AV Preeminent Rated by Martindale-Hubble.
She earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of South Florida and her law degree from Barry University School of L aw. Heather currently serves on the Orange County Bar Association Young Lawyers Board, the Central Florida Association for Women Lawyers (CFAWL) as president elect, the Harbor House of Central Florida Board and the Harbor House of Central Florida Young Professionals Board.
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Licensed in Florida for 14 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2011
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Location
Meglino Law, LLC
3208-C E. Colonial Dr., Suite 200, Orlando, FL, 32803
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Heather M. Meglino's Reviews
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Posted by Lily | October 4, 2023 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Completely ignored me
I’ve send her couple of messages asking for legal advise and ready to hire if she take on my case but never heard from her. I’m disappointed
Posted by anonymous | December 5, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Efficient and Professional.
Heather assisted with a past employee who seems to make a living litigating. She was intuitive and weaved through a myriad of false claims and the result was something I was pleased with. She is attentive, intelligent, and on point. I would certainly use her services in the future.
Posted by Simon | September 8, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Impressive communication and excellent advice
I found myself in the midst of a delicate, high-value contract negotiation between my company based in Australia and a firm in Florida. I used Avvo to track down a lawyer within the state and contacted Heather. She provided excellent advice at a fair price, and also turned around the advice within a ...
Posted by Julian Ig | January 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Extremely professional, empathetic and responsive!
Atty. Heather Meglino was attentive to my legal matter, was precise on the plan of action and informative of the various legal remedies that were afforded to my specific situation. If you’re a business person, I highly recommend you putting Heather on retainer! Heather is stellar at what she does a...
Posted by Joel | December 5, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Heather does fantastic work
Heather is both incredibly professional and personable. I own a small business and she has helped me when I've needed to create new business contracts. She does a wonderful job and is very reasonable in her fees. I would definitely recommend her to anyone who owns a small business and needs excell...
Heather M. Meglino's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Heather for business and employment and labor law matters. She knows the law well and is a strong advocate for her clients while being attentive to their questions and needs."
"I endorse Heather for her exceptional work ethic and legal mind. She is a great attorney to have advising you and your business, as well as a skilled advocate in the event your case requires litigation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Meglino is a consummate professional who is passionate about her work."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is one of the best in her field and provides exceptional service!"
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Heather for many years and she has a stellar reputation in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Heather is a superb attorney who has a vast amount of knowledge in the employment and business law field."
"I was fortunate to have the opportunity to work with Ms. Meglino and her professionalism and knowledge consistently exceeded my expectations. I have learned so much from working with her and I have appreciated her help on numerous projects while working together."
Nicholas Seidule
Construction and development lawyer | Mar 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Heather Meglino is extremely precise and detail oriented. I would not hesitate to refer to her for even the most complex of legal matters."
"Heather is very bright, detail oriented, and easy to talk to, which makes her a fantastic advocate for her clients. I recommend her fully."
"Heather is an exceptional attorney with a keen eye for detail, excellent advocacy skills, and a commitment to highest ethical and professional standards. I endorse this lawyer."
"Heather is a caring, dedicated lawyer who is always working to find the best results for her clients."
"Heather is extremely knowledgeable in Labor & Employment law. She is a hard working attorney who gets results for her clients. Heather is an asset to the office, both professionally and personally, and is a joy to work with. I highly recommend consulting Heather for your labor & employment needs."
"I have had several occasions where I needed a fellow employment attorney to give me his/her impression of a situation. Heather has the ability to analyze very complex issues and boil down the facts very quickly and efficiently. Heather understands the nuances of employment law and has been very helpful to me. I highly recommend her."
"I only worked with Heather for a very brief time, and yet I know she is very knowledgeable in her field as she is always willing to answer my employment law questions questions when I encounter them. Heather is a true professional."
"Heather is a trail blazer in the area of wage and hour law in Florida. Moreover, Heather goes out of her way to make sure that she gets outstanding results for her clients. I wholeheartedly endorse Heather Meglino."
"Heather is a top notch attorney in her field. I have recommended several clients to her and they all have been extremely satisfied. She is patient and takes the time to listen to her clients. She is an aggressive and knowledgable attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"Heather Meglino is a valuable asset to the firm we work at, Cohen Battisti. She is extremely intelligent, very driven, detail oriented, and a good listener. She is a great addition to the firm and I certainly recommend her!"
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Experience
Honors
2021
Awesome Attorneys, Orlando Family Magazine
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Awesome Attorneys, Orlando Family Magazine
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Risting Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Awesome Attorneys, Orlando Family Magazine
2018
Leaders in the Law, Florida Association for Women Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyer
2015
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
Mentoring Family of the Year, Central Florida Association of Women Lawyers
2011
Scholarship and Leadership Award, ALI-ABA
2011
Most Valuable Advocate, Moot Court
2010
First Place Runner-Up, Wechsler National First Amendment Moot Court Competition
Work Experience
2021 - Present
General Counsel, Quality One Wireless
2015 - Present
Attorney, Koeller Nebeker Carlson & Haluck, LLP
2019 - 2021
Attorney, Spire Law LLC
2017 - 2020
Owner, Meglino Law, LLC
2016 - 2017
Managing Partner, Meglino Morse Law, LLC
2014 - 2015
Attorney, Cohen & Battisti, P.A.
2012 - 2014
Attorney, Cole, Scott & Kissane, PA
2011 - 2012
Attorney, Butler & Hosch, PA
Associations
2021 - Present
Central Florida Association for Women LawyersPresident
2021 - Present
Harbor House of Central FloridaSecretary
2011 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Florida BarMember
2020 - 2021
Central Florida Association for Women LawyersPresident-Elect
2017 - 2018
Make-A-WishCommunity Recruitment Chair
2017 - 2021
Harbor House Young Professionals BoardBoard Member
2017 - 2018
Chi Omega Rollins CollegeAdvisory Board
2016 - 2017
Central Florida Association for Women LawyersYoung Lawyers Director
2015 - 2015
National Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
2015 - 2017
OCBA Legal Aid SocietyTrustee
2014 - 2015
Central Florida Association for Women LawyersTreasurer
2014 - 2015
University of South Florida Alumni AssociationPresident
2014 - 2015
Orange County Bar AssociationLabor & Employment Law Committee Chair
2013 - 2014
Central Florida Association for Women LawyersTreasurer Elect
Sample of Legal Cases
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Education
N/A
Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
University of South Florida
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2018
Women Behind the Lens Meeting
LLC's and Investor Agreements
2018
Rotary Club
Independent Contractors vs. Employees
2017
FAMU Law School Orientation
Panel on Professionalism
2017
CFAWL's Leadership in the Law Seminar
"Reputation University" Moderator
2017
2017
2017 FSEA Practice Management Workshop
"Best Practices to Avoid a Lawsuit"
2016
UCF Business Incubation Program
Avoid a Lawsuit, Best Practices for Your Business
2016
Bench Bar Conference
State v. Federal Court – Key Differences in Practice & Procedure
2015
Orange County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Committee
Labor & Employment Law Case Law Update
2014
Litigation and Management
FLSA/Wage & Hour 2014
2014
Labor & Employment Law Committee Seminar
Employment Case Law Update
2014
A Discussion on the Uniformed Services Employment & Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)
USERRA
Publications
2017
The Briefs (Orange County Bar Association)
What I Know Now..Opening a Small Firm Practice - Year 1
2015
Cohen & Battisti, PA Blog
ILLEGAL TIP POOLS...DON'T GET CAUGHT IN THE COOKIE JAR!
2014
Cohen & Battisti, PA Blog
Is Your Employer Required to Pay You for Your Lunch Break?
2010
Florida Bar Journal News and 440 Report
Impact of the Spoliation Doctrine in Workers' Compensation
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do I get a deposit on a business purchase back from escrow if the seller will not sign the release of deposit?
01 Apr 2020
Q&A
How can the company I work for clock me out for a 30 min unpaid break daily when i do not take it because of our workload
26 Nov 2018