Atty. Jenna Melia

Atty. Jenna Melia

Jenna is an attorney at Mazanec, Raskin & Ryder Co., L.P.A. (MRR Law) with a dynamic practice focused on defense in areas including auto and commercial trucking, personal injury, commercial law, construction litigation, general liability, insurance coverage and bad faith, and professional liability.

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Profile Summary

About Jenna Melia at a glance

Jenna Melia is a personal injury, business, construction, and litigation attorney based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Mazanec, Raskin & Ryder Co. LPA. They have 8+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2018. Admitted to practice in Ohio, Ohio State Bar Association (2018). Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law (J.D., 2017). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026). Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jenna is an attorney at Mazanec, Raskin & Ryder Co., L.P.A. (MRR Law) with a dynamic practice focused on defense in areas including auto and commercial trucking, personal injury, commercial law, construction litigation, general liability, insurance coverage and bad faith, and professional liability
  • Prior to joining MRR Law, she spent several years at a litigation firm honing her civil litigation skills, where she defended professionals, including lawyers, in liability matters throughout Ohio
  • Before that, Jenna gained valuable experience serving as a judicial extern in the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas and as Executive Editor of The Cleveland State Law Review, highlighting her strong analytical and writing abilities
  • She is adept at, among other things, developing defense strategies, conducting legal research, managing motions practice, taking and defending depositions, and guiding cases through resolution
  • Building on this foundation, Jenna makes it a priority to understand her clients’ objectives and works diligently to protect their interests
  • She genuinely cares about achieving favorable outcomes for her clients
  • She is also committed to keeping her clients informed throughout every step of the legal process
  • Helping clients feel understood and supported as they navigate legal matters is at the heart of Jenna’s practice

Practice Areas Explained

Jenna Melia's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jenna Melia handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Jenna Melia is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Jenna Melia is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Construction Law

Jenna Melia is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Jenna Melia is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Cleveland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jenna Melia

Where is Jenna Melia's law office located?
Jenna Melia's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Mazanec, Raskin & Ryder Co. LPA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jenna Melia handle?
Jenna Melia focuses on personal injury, business, construction, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Jenna Melia practiced law?
Jenna Melia has 8+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2018.
Where did Jenna Melia go to law school?
Jenna Melia earned their education at (J.D., 2017).
How can I contact Jenna Melia for a consultation?
You can contact Jenna Melia directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jenna Melia received?
Jenna Melia's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants; Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland Marshall College of Law
- 2017

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Ohio, Ohio State Bar Association
Admitted: 2018

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