Melissa has a deep background in counseling employers on the ever-changing landscape of employment law as well as best practices for effectuating business decisions. Melissa previously served as the firm’s Director of Legal Personnel – U.S. Her hands-on experience as an HR leader informs her approach with clients, providing invaluable insight into the realities of marrying business needs with legal compliance. Melissa is also a seasoned litigator and defends employment claims in federal and state court, before administrative agencies, and in arbitration. She has a deep understanding of marijuana legalization and its employment implications.