Melissa Hambrick Luce
Calwell Luce diTrapano PLLC • Charleston, WV
Medical MalpracticePersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
mluce@cldlaw.com
Phone
(304) 756-5129
Website
Address
Charleston, WV, US
Professional
About
**Melissa Hambrick Luce** **Charleston, WV** **Calwell Luce diTrapano PLLC** Melissa Hambrick Luce is a dedicated attorney at Calwell Luce diTrapano PLLC, specializing in medical malpractice and personal injury law. With a strong commitment to her clients, Melissa believes that the foundation of any successful legal representation lies in the relationships she builds throughout the case process. Raised in the small town of Fayetteville, West Virginia, Melissa is the first in her family to graduate from law school, a testament to her resilience and determination. Growing up as one of seven children, she understands the value of hard work and the challenges that come with it. These experiences have shaped her tenacious approach to advocating for clients, particularly those facing powerful corporations and institutions. Melissa's legal career has seen her practice across multiple states, including West Virginia, New Jersey, and New York. In New Jersey, she earned the prestigious title of Certified Civil Trial Attorney from the New Jersey Supreme Court, a distinction awarded to less than one percent of attorneys in the state. This certification reflects her exceptional skills and dedication to her clients, particularly in complex cases involving medical malpractice and corporate negligence. In 2008, Melissa returned to her West Virginia roots, driven by a desire to serve the local community. Her background in competitive sports has instilled in her values of discipline, teamwork, and perseverance—qualities that she brings to every case. Melissa is passionate about fighting for the rights of those who have suffered injustices, ensuring that every client receives the strong representation they deserve. With a focus on achieving just outcomes for her clients, Melissa Hambrick Luce remains a formidable advocate for individuals navigating the complexities of the legal system.
About Medical Malpractice Law
Medical malpractice attorneys represent patients harmed by healthcare provider negligence. They fight for compensation for injuries caused by medical errors. Common matters include surgical errors, misdiagnosis, birth injuries, medication errors.
Credentials
Education
1986 West Virginia University College of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1983 Davis & Elkins College BA - Bachelor of Arts 1981 Oxford University Centre for Medieval and Renaissance Studies Independent Study N/A Oxford University, Oxford, England Study Abroad
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2025 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2024 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2023 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2022 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2021 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Publications
2003 New Jersey Law Journal Ensuring Fair Play in Game to Get Medical Records 1999 ATLA-NJ Educational Foundation Seminar The Business of Litigation: When to Say Yes or No 1994 Menopause Management Legal Issues in Patient Counseling
Associations
2020 - Present West Virginia Bar Foundation Fellow 2020 - Present Trial Law Institute, Litigation Counsel of America Member 2020 - Present Diversity Law Institute, Litigation Counsel of America Member 2015 - Present Litigation Counsel of America Fellow 2012 - Present Injury Board Member
Speaking
2005 Bayshore Community Hospital Physician Meeting Truth Telling and Disclosure of Medical Errors
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Updated: Jul 22, 2026