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Melissa NeedleAlimony Attorney in Westport, CT
Needle | Cuda Divorce & Family Law
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Contact
Email
melissa@needlecuda.com
Phone
(203) 652-8879
Website
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Address
830 Post Rd E, Westport, CT, 06880, US
Professional
About
Attorney Melissa Needle is a distinguished personal injury attorney based in Westport, CT, with over 30 years of experience in the legal field. She holds a Juris Doctor from Whittier College School of Law, earned in 1990, and a Bachelor of Arts from Tufts University, obtained in 1987. Recognized for her dedication and expertise, Melissa has built a reputable practice focusing on personal injury cases, ensuring her clients receive the justice they deserve. As the founder of Needle | Cuda: Personal Injury Law, established in 2010, Melissa has garnered a reputation for her tenacity and integrity in the courtroom. She is known for her ability to navigate complex legal issues, achieving favorable outcomes in high-stakes cases involving serious injuries, medical malpractice, and wrongful death claims. Her commitment to her clients is reflected in her firm being named a Connecticut Top 10 Best Firm in Client Satisfaction by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys for four consecutive years (2019-2022). A third-generation attorney with deep family roots in Connecticut, Melissa’s legal lineage is notable; her father, Attorney Charles Needle, co-founded the esteemed firm Zeldes, Needle & Cooper. As a lifelong resident of Connecticut, she has a profound understanding of the local legal landscape and a passion for serving her community. Melissa has also been honored as a Super Lawyer in 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022, further solidifying her status as a leading figure in personal injury law in the region.
About Alimony Law
Alimony attorneys help spouses negotiate and obtain fair spousal support during and after divorce proceedings. Common matters include spousal support, alimony modification, enforcement, temporary support.
Credentials
Education
1990 Whittier JD - Juris Doctor 1987 Tufts University BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2022 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2021 10 Best Attorney in Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys 2021 Top Ten Attorneys, National Association of Family Law Attorneys 2021 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2020 10 Best Attorney in Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
Associations
2019 - Present American Institute of Family Law Attorneys Member 2019 - Present American Association of Certified Financial Litigators Founding Member 1994 - Present Connecticut Bar Association, Family Law Section Member 1994 - Present Fairfield County Bar Association Member 1994 - Present Connecticut Superior Court Special Master
Speaking
2010 Connecticut Bar Association Annual Meeting Divorce Law
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Updated: May 25, 2026