Melissa Kay Roeder

Melissa Kay Roeder

Foley Mansfield β€’ Seattle, WA
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Contact

Email
Phone
(206) 678-1288
Address
999 Third Avenue, Seattle, WA, 98104, US

Professional

About

Melissa Kay Roeder is a distinguished Of Counsel at Foley Mansfield in Seattle, bringing over a decade of comprehensive experience in general civil litigation and insurance defense to her clients. With a robust focus on asbestos, toxic torts, and cannabis law, Melissa has earned a prominent reputation within the Pacific Northwest asbestos defense community, where she is known for her adept problem-solving skills and her unwavering commitment to delivering practical, results-oriented legal solutions. Her extensive background equips her to navigate complex legal challenges, ensuring that her clients receive the highest level of service and expertise. Melissa's deep understanding of the intricacies of insurance law and personal injury claims allows her to effectively advocate for her clients' interests, whether in negotiations or courtroom settings. In addition to her legal practice, Melissa is actively involved in the legal community. She serves as the Defense Research Institute (DRI) Representative for Washington State and is a Past-President of the Washington Defense Trial Lawyers (WDTL), where she has contributed significantly to the advancement of defense strategies and professional development within the field. Melissa earned her Juris Doctor from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 2000 and holds a Bachelor of Science degree from South Dakota State University, obtained in 1993. Her dedication to legal excellence and client advocacy positions her as a trusted ally for those seeking skilled representation in her areas of practice.

About Personal Injury Law

Personal injury attorneys represent individuals who have been injured due to the negligence of others. They work to obtain compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Common matters include car accidents, slip and fall, medical malpractice, workplace injuries.

Credentials

Education
2000 Thomas M. Cooley Law School JD - Juris Doctor 1993 South Dakota State University BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2016 Rudolph Janta Award for Best State/Local Defense Organization, DRI 2016 Washington Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer 2015 Washington Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer 2014 Top 100 Women Lawyers in Washinton, Super Lawyers 2013 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Publications
2016 DRI: The Voice of the Defense Bar And the Defense Wins 2013 Super Lawyers Farm Girl 2006 WDTL Defense News "To Whom the Bell Tolls: Analysis of Clare v. Saberhagen Discovery Rule"
Associations
2008 - Present Defense Research Institute Member 2005 - Present Washington Defense Trial Lawyers Member 2000 - Present Washington State Bar Association Member 2000 - Present King County Bar Association Member 2014 - 2015 Washington Defense Trial Laywers President
Speaking
2017 Puget Sound Adjusters Association Claims in the 21st Century 2016 Washington Defense Trial Lawyers Asbestos Seminar Marketing 2016 Perrin Asbestos Conference Washington/Oregon Asbestos Law 2016 NBI Technology in the Courtroom PowerPoint Presentations in the Courtroom 2014 HarrisMartin Asbestos The Outlook of Asbestos Litigation
Updated: Mar 30, 2026