As an attorney with over a decade of experience in both transactional and trial work, Melissa has a keen ability to negotiate critical matters, provide operational and legal insight, and translate complex requirements into the execution of plans and activities that support  success while driving efficiencies. As an entrepreneur who has owned and operated multiple businesses, and a musician, Melissa has a unique perspective as an attorney. She understands what the creative and business owner is going through and what pitfalls may arise as well as opportunities for growth.

She has a proven track record of success both in and out of the courtroom and assists clients with contract review, drafting and negotiation, risk management, strategic planning, business formation, copyright protection and infringement, licensing, royalties, contracts, employment agreements, operating agreements, succession planning, compliance regulation, and as General Counsel. Melissa offers a full suite of services for small businesses, content creators, and influencers. Melissa focuses her practice on entertainment and small buinsess law and advisement. In some cases, she. assists with artist management and shopping and strategic advisement for small businesses.  Melissa believes in fair, transparent and open pricing and accessibility, so clients can feel confident that they are getting expert service with no surprise bills and feel comfortable reaching out to their attorney without worrying about incurring unecessary fees.  Melissa has represented both domestic and international artists and business clients.

Melissa is a Graduate of Georgia State University's College of Law and holds a certification in Business Analytics from Harvard Business School.  Melissa has been honored with multiple awards including Entrepreneur of the Year from Questex, and was selected as a Woman of the Year candidate for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. She is a contributor to Medium Magazine, a regular speaker at conferences, a sought after guest speaker for podcasts, a university guest lecturer both in the U.S. and abroad, and holds multiple certifications including FDCP A and Reg F  as well as UDAAP AND ECOA.