Employment Law - Management Immigration Law Litigation - Labor and Employment
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Jacksonville.
Melissa A. Dearing
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2020 Awarded Practice Areas
Biography
Melissa A. Dearing is a Partner in the firm’s Immigration Practice Group, where she assists employers in seeking non-immigrant and immigrant status.
Melissa has extensive experience with H-1Bs and the PERM-based green card process, particularly with respect to information technology professionals, engineers and pharmacists, among other professionals. She also represents foreign nationals regarding family immigration matters and assists employers with I-9 and other immigration compliance issues.
A member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, Melissa is a past member of the Chester Bedell American Inn of Court. She is also a member of the Federal Bar Association and the Florida Bar Association. In addition, Melissa is also Co-Chair of the Jacksonville Bar Association’s Labor & Employment Law Section.
Overview
Jacksonville, Florida
- University of Florida, J.D., graduated 1998
Jacksonville, Florida
- University of Florida, J.D., graduated 1998
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
- Employment Law - Management, Jacksonville (2026)
- Employment Law - Management, Jacksonville (2022)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Employment Law - Management
- Immigration Law
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Awards:
Melissa was selected for inclusion in Florida Super Lawyers Rising Stars (2009-2013)
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