Melissa Fried Spence
Nexsen Pruet, LLC • Charleston, SC
Employment & LaborEmployment LawPersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
melissa.spence@butlersnow.com
Phone
(843) 466-8755
Address
Charleston, SC, US
Professional
About
Melissa Fried Spence is a seasoned employment law attorney based in Charleston, South Carolina, at Nexsen Pruet, LLC. With a distinguished career spanning over 16 years, Melissa has dedicated her practice to advocating for both employers and employees, helping navigate the complexities of employment law. Her office, located at 205 King Street, Suite 400, serves as a strategic hub for addressing the dynamic legal needs of her clients in the Charleston area and beyond. Melissa’s extensive experience encompasses a wide range of employment law issues, including workplace discrimination, harassment, wage and hour disputes, and compliance with state and federal employment regulations. Her deep understanding of these matters allows her to offer insightful guidance and representation that is both proactive and responsive. Melissa is known for her meticulous attention to detail and her ability to craft tailored legal strategies that align with her clients' unique circumstances and goals. At Nexsen Pruet, Melissa is committed to providing compassionate and effective legal services, ensuring her clients are well-informed and confident throughout their legal journey. Her professional approach is marked by clear communication and a steadfast dedication to achieving favorable outcomes. Clients appreciate Melissa’s unwavering commitment to their needs and her ability to simplify complex legal jargon, making her an invaluable ally in the often-challenging landscape of employment law.
About Employment & Labor Law
Employment and labor attorneys handle workplace legal matters including discrimination, wrongful termination, and wage disputes. They represent both employees and employers. Common matters include wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage disputes.
Credentials
Education
2009 Charleston School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 2006 Wofford College BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2009 Michelle Robbins Memorial Award, Charleston School of Law 2009 Federal Courts, CALI Award 2009 Senior Articles Editor, Charleston Law Review 2008 Supreme Court Seminar, CALI Award 2008 Exceptional Service Award, Charleston Law Review
Publications
2013 South Carolina Lawyer SMART Act: A Ray of Hope on Medicare Lien Issues 2009 Charleston Law Review Reflecting the Best Interest of the Child: Middleton v. Johnson
Associations
2014 - Present Florence Crittenton Programs of South Carolina Board of Directors 2011 - Present Berkeley County Bar Association Member 2011 - Present South Carolina Association for Justice Member 2009 - Present Charleston County Bar Association Member 2009 - Present South Carolina Bar Member
Speaking
2013 Goose Creek High School End Distracted Driving: Student Awareness Initiative 2008 Professionalism Series Applying the Honor Code After Law School: Ethical Concerns for Law Students as Future Lawyers
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Updated: Jun 01, 2026