Atty. Melissa Holley Painter

Atty. Melissa Holley Painter

Ms. Melissa Holley Painter is a lawyer practicing real estate litigation, mortgage foreclosures, commercial.

Pensacola Pensacola 28 yrs experience 28 year
Call (448) 216-0928 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Melissa Holley Painter at a glance

Melissa Holley Painter is a Shareholder based in Pensacola, Florida. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, estate litigation, and foreclosure. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida (1998). Educated at University of Florida College of Law (J.D., 1998) and University of Florida (B.S., 1995). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Pensacola, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Melissa Holley Painter is a lawyer practicing real estate litigation, mortgage foreclosures, commercial
  • Melissa received a B.S. degree from University of Florida in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Melissa practices in Pensacola, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa Holley Painter's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Estate & Trust Litigation

Melissa Holley Painter is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in Florida →

Foreclosure Defense

Melissa Holley Painter is one of 14,193 foreclosure attorneys indexed nationally. Browse foreclosure attorneys in Florida →

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 Pensacola 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 Holley Painter

Where is Melissa Holley Painter's law office located?
Melissa Holley Painter's law practice is located in Pensacola, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa Holley Painter handle?
Melissa Holley Painter focuses on business, real estate, estate litigation, foreclosure. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Melissa Holley Painter practiced law?
Melissa Holley Painter has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Melissa Holley Painter go to law school?
Melissa Holley Painter earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.S., 1995).
How can I contact Melissa Holley Painter for a consultation?
You can contact Melissa Holley Painter 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 Melissa Holley Painter received?
Melissa Holley Painter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Florida College of Law
- 1998
B.S.
University of Florida
- 1995

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida
Admitted: 1998

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