Atty. Melissa D. Stephenson

Atty. Melissa D. Stephenson

Melissa D. Stephenson is a lawyer practicing arson & fraud, coverage defense, consumer protection and 1 other area of law.

Tampa Tampa 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About Melissa D. Stephenson at a glance

Melissa D. Stephenson is a theft, consumer, and insurance attorney based in Tampa, Florida. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Admitted to practice in Florida (2009). Educated at Stetson University College of Law (J.D., 2009) and University of South Florida (B.A. Psychology, 2002). Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Melissa D. Stephenson is a lawyer practicing arson & fraud, coverage defense, consumer protection and 1 other area of law
  • Melissa received a B.A. degree from University of South Florida in 2002, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Melissa practices in Tampa, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa D. Stephenson's Areas of Practice

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

Theft & Property Crimes

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Consumer Protection

Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 Tampa 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 Melissa D. Stephenson

Where is Melissa D. Stephenson's law office located?
Melissa D. Stephenson's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa D. Stephenson handle?
Melissa D. Stephenson focuses on theft, consumer, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Melissa D. Stephenson practiced law?
Melissa D. Stephenson has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Melissa D. Stephenson go to law school?
Melissa D. Stephenson earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.A. Psychology, 2002).
How can I contact Melissa D. Stephenson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Stetson University College of Law
- 2009
B.A. Psychology
University of South Florida
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 2009

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