Atty. Kimberly A. Mello

Atty. Kimberly A. Mello

Kimberly A. Mello is a member of the firm's National Appellate Practice.

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About Kimberly A. Mello at a glance

Kimberly A. Mello is a appellate attorney based in Orlando, Florida, practicing at Greenberg Traurig. Admitted to practice in Florida, The Florida Bar. Educated at Stetson University (J.D., 1993). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental (2026). Serands clients in Orlando, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Kimberly A. Mello is a member of the firm's National Appellate Practice
  • She has briefed and argued dozens of appeals in state and federal court, including the Florida Supreme Court, the U.S
  • Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, and Florida's District Courts of Appeal
  • In addition to focusing on appellate matters, Ms. Mello has extensive experience briefing complex legal issues at the trial court level during both the pre-trial and post-trial phases
  • She regularly consults with trial lawyers to develop legal strategies to ensure the best possible record is made in the event of appellate review
  • Ms. Mello has handled appeals and complex briefing on a broad range of substantive areas, with a particular emphasis in toxic torts
  • mass torts
  • class actions
  • environmental litigation
  • and business litigation
  • Ms. Mello is listed in The Best of Lawyers of America for Appellate Practice
  • She has held numerous appellate leadership positions in various bar associations and other organizations
  • Ms. Mello is currently a Vice-Chair of the Appellate Advocacy Committee of the American Bar Association and a member of the Board of Trustees of the Florida Supreme Court Historical Society
  • She is a former member of the Executive Council of The Florida Bar's Appellate Practice Section, and is the former Chair of the Hillsborough County Bar Association's Appellate Practice Section
  • Ms. Mello is also involved in the community serving on the Board of Directors of the Humane Society of Tampa Bay

Practice Areas Explained

Kimberly A. Mello's Areas of Practice

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

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Orlando are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kimberly A. Mello

Where is Kimberly A. Mello's law office located?
Kimberly A. Mello's law practice is located in Orlando, Florida. The firm is Greenberg Traurig. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kimberly A. Mello handle?
Kimberly A. Mello focuses on appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did Kimberly A. Mello go to law school?
Kimberly A. Mello earned their education at (J.D., 1993).
How can I contact Kimberly A. Mello for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Kimberly A. Mello received?
Kimberly A. Mello's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Law360 "Appellate Practice Group of the Year," 2010.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Stetson University
- 1993

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Law360 "Appellate Practice Group of the Year," 2010
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Florida, The Florida Bar

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