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Melissa A. Dearing

Rivkin Radler LLP • Jacksonville, FL
ImmigrationEmployment LawPersonal Injury

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Contact

Email
assembly.st@e.ny
Phone
516-854-4007
Address
Jacksonville, FL, 32207, US

Professional

Bar Admissions
FloridaU.S. Court of Appeals 11th CircuitU.S. District Court Middle District of FloridaU.S. District Court Northern District of FloridaU.S. District Court Southern District of Florida

About

Melissa A. Dearing is a seasoned immigration attorney at Rivkin Radler LLP, based in Jacksonville, Florida. With over two decades of experience in immigration law, Melissa is dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate the complexities of the immigration process. She earned her Juris Doctorate with honors from the University of Florida Levin College of Law in 1998, following a Bachelor of Arts degree, also with honors, from the University of Florida in 1995. Melissa's key areas of expertise include family-based immigration, employment visas, and asylum cases. She is well-versed in the evolving landscape of immigration policies and procedures, empowering her clients with the knowledge and support they need to achieve their immigration goals. Her comprehensive understanding of both legal and emotional aspects of immigration matters drives her commitment to providing personalized service tailored to each client’s unique circumstances. Residing in Jacksonville, Melissa proudly serves clients throughout the region and beyond, offering compassionate, strategic legal guidance. Her unwavering dedication to client advocacy, combined with her extensive legal knowledge, makes her a trusted ally in the pursuit of immigration solutions. Whether assisting with visa applications or navigating complex legal challenges, Melissa A. Dearing is committed to making the immigration process as smooth and successful as possible for her clients.

About Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help individuals and families navigate the complex immigration system. They assist with visas, green cards, citizenship, and deportation defense. Common matters include visa applications, green cards, citizenship, deportation defense.

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Credentials

Education
University of Florida Levin College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1998 | J.D. | Honors: With Honors | University of Florida, 1995 | B.A. | Honors: With Honors

Recognition & Involvement

Associations
The Florida Bar | Jacksonville Bar Association - Labor & Employment Law Section, Co-Chair | Federal Bar Association | The Chester Bedell American Inn of Court | American Immigration Lawyers Association
Speaking
"Hot Topics In Immigration,"
Updated: May 25, 2026