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4.6 /5.0
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Melissa W. Mitchell
also known as Melissa Wimberley, Melissa W. Larsen
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About Melissa
Biography
Melissa Wimberley Mitchell is originally from Decatur, Alabma where she attended Austin High School. After graduating from the University of Alabama in Huntsville, Melissa worked as a technical writer/illustrator for the aerospace industry. Melissa then attended Samford University's Cumberland School of Law. She graduated with Honors in 1992 and returned to Huntsville to begin her practice.
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Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
45%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
45%
Bankruptcy and Debt
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Alabama for 33 years
State: Alabama
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
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Melissa W. Mitchell's Reviews
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Posted by Chris | August 4, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Bankruptcy
Very informative, kept in touch throughout the whole process highly recommended
Posted by Patty | July 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Amazed by the Attorneys and staff
In one the worst times in my life due to health reasons I cannot work ,and had more going out than coming in Melissa and Anna were the best ,I never delt with such wonderful people before ,told me exactly what to do,now we have peace of mind thank you all
Posted by Charity | June 10, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Knowledgeable and Empathetic
Melissa is incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. Her level of professionalism was extremely impressive.
Posted by Dave | April 8, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent assistance!!
Melissa and her team were attentive and professional. My questions and concerns were always addressed. Even when I got divorced in the middle of it all, they were extremely helpful in sorting the details between our accounts. I highly recommend Melissa and her team.
Posted by Joshua | April 4, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Courteous and helpful
Handled my bankruptcy flawlessly! Would recommend to anyone. Super personable and reliable.
Melissa W. Mitchell's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Melissa. She is a leader in the legal community and a great advocate for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Truly exceptional and professional attorney with an outstanding reputation in the legal field for providing high quality representation and results for her clients!"
"I have worked with Melissa for several years now, primarily representing creditors in bankruptcies that she has filed. She is a zealous advocate for her clients, always looking for issues that could cause them issues. Melissa is well-respected by the creditor's bar, debtor's bar and court officials for the quality of her work and her professionalism."
"I have known Melissa for several years and have always found her to be knowledgable, professional and extremely competent. I recommend her for handling any type of bankruptcy matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. Very competent attorney who always represents her clients well."
"I have had the good fortune of knowing Melissa for over 26 years. She and I graduated from law school together. She is intelligent, hard working, and always prepared. Melissa represents her clients to the fullest of her ability. She maintains a level of professionalism and collegiality that is rare in this competitive and contentious business. Melissa has my highest level of respect."
"Melissa is a smart, talented, conscientious and well-respected attorney. She is kind and personable and diligently represents her clients. I endorse her and recommend her."
"Melissa is an excellent attorney and good person. I endorse her fully."
"I endorse this lawyer. Melissa has represented individuals and companies with professionalism and compassion for all of the years I have known her. I never hesitate to recommend her as a lawyer for friends and clients."
"I have know Melissa almost 20 years. During that time I have litigated with and against her on numerous occasions. She compassionate when necessary and yet tenacious in representing the interests of her client. I would certainly recommend her to anyone who is facing financial problems."
"I have known Melissa since we both graduated law school twenty years ago. In that time we have had several opportunities to work cases both together and on opposites sides of a cases. She always brings her "A" game to the table. Very detail oriented, very efficient, very determined. I have referred numerous clients to her and no one has ever been disappointed!"
"Melissa is a very competent and hard-working Bankruptcy Attorney. She has years of experience in handling Consumer Bankruptcy Cases and provides the highest quality representation to each and every client. I wholeheartedly recommend Melissa to anyone facing a debt situation or financial crises."
Jack Sabatini
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Ronald Sykstus
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Teresa Mastando
Employment and labor lawyer
G. John Dezenberg
Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer
Experience
Honors
2022
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1993
Curia Honorias, Cumberland School of Law
1991
Book Award - Tax, American Jurisprudence
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Managing Partner, Mitchell & Larsen, PC
2014 - Present
Managing Partner, Melissa Wimberley Law PC
2012 - 2014
Attorney, Dezenberg & Larsen
2009 - 2012
Shareholder, Larsen & Larsen PC
2004 - 2006
Of Counsel, Wilmer & Lee
1992 - 2001
Shareholder, Sirote & Permutt, PC
1992 - 1992
Clerk, 10th Judicial Circuit, Honorable James Hard
Associations
2010 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
1992 - Present
Huntsville-Madison County Bar Association, Huntsville Young LawyersMember
1992 - Present
Alabama State BarMember
1992 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
McNeil v. Kennedy Brothers Contracting
Favorable outcome for my client
In re Lowery
Judgment for Debtor
Education
1992
Samford University, Cumberland School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
University of Alabama - Huntsville
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2000
2000 CPA Continuing Education Seminar
Bankruptcy
Publications
2000
The Alabama Lawyer
Arbitration of Statutory Employment Claims
1992
Cumberland Law Review
Member
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
If I file for bankruptcy, will it pay off my car loan?
03 Dec 2024
Q&A
Are payday loans considered as wire fraud in Alabama
02 Apr 2021
Q&A
How do i ask for a refund on a bankrupty that was filled to early?
28 Apr 2020