Melissa A Wilson

Melissa A Wilson

4.6
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 27 years

Family Lawyer at Bartow, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

620 Polk Street, Building A, Bartow, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 27 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1999

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 27 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Advocate Law Firm, P.A.

620 Polk Street, Building A, Bartow, FL, 33830

Advocate Law Firm, P.A.

By Appointment Only, 1619 N. Galloway Road, Lakeland, FL, 33810

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Melissa A Wilson's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | July 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Amazing and just what you need for a fight

I originally hired Melissa for a custody modification. The morning I hired her, I actually met with another attorney that told me my chances of winning was just a dream and not a reality. I was devastated. I googled lawyers and found Melissa. She did a phone consult for free and I immediately hir...ed her. I know no attorney can guarantee an outcome which she never promised anything other than she will do everything she can to fight for me and my son. She knows her stuff and she fights for her clients. My ex put me through hell and if it wasn't for Melissa, her strong negotiating skills, her knowledge, and her good reputation with not only the judges, but also her fellow attorneys, my case would have ended terribly. If anyone ends up in a high conflict family law battle, I highly recommend Melissa!

Posted by Jennifer | October 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney

BEST Choice

I recently just went through a nasty divorce/ family court case. My ex did everything he could to make me look bad. I called Melissa's office on 11/15/2016 and hired her we spoke and went over everything. Melissa and her staff made me feel comfortable. My divorce went from November 2016 and was comp...leted on September 2017 with all the paperwork being signed off by the judge. Melissa and her staff knew their stuff and how to handle my case. Melissa won my case for me. I have my son and we couldn't be happier. If I ever need a lawyer again I will call Melissa and her staff.

Posted by WILLIAM | December 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney

THE ABSOLUTE BEST FAMILY ATTORNEY THERE IS

I went to Melissa Wilson after making a huge mistake of hiring a lawyer from a different firm. The lawyer from the other firm has screwed up my case so bad that I was afraid I was going to lose everything. I was told of Melissa Wilson from a trusted friend and after careful consideration I met with... her. From the first meeting I was put as ease. She laid out the course of action that would be taken and from the first day she acted. She was filing motions and counter petitions to my ex's attorney and soon had my case back on track. She always made herself readily available to me when I had any questions or concerns about anything. She was so professional in regards to my case that I felt 150% confident. She had my ex's attorney spinning in circles. My ex and her attorney soon decided to settle the case before trail as it would have been very detrimental to their cause to proceed. She was able to get me the custody of my daughter that I was seeking and proper distribution of marital assets that was more than fair to me. If you want an attorney who will fight for your rights and make sure that the other side pays dearly, then be all means hire Melissa Wilson. She is well worth the investment.

Posted by Wynn | December 13, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Amazing

Super aggressive. When I left the courtroom after she completely wiped the floor with my husband''s lawyer, the bailiff, who walked me out, told me I was lucky to have her. She sees her in court all the time and if she was to hire a lawyer Melissa would be the one.

Posted by anonymous | December 09, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Divorce

I couldn't be more happy, everything went so smoothly. Her staff is phenomenal as well as Ms. Wilson, I work hard for my money. She made everything work out as it should have, I'm so pleased with her. She was worth every penny!!! I'll definitely keep her in mind if I ever need an attorney again, she ...could have helped me in a different situation that I ended up losing a lot of money on. She is more than a divorce attorney, if only I would have known. I highly recommend her, trust me you won't be disappointed.

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Experience

Rating:  6.5 (Good)

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Quinnipiac University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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