Melissa Osborne focuses her practice on family and
matrimonial law, emphasizing cooperation and collaboration wherever possible.
However, when disputes arise, she is a skilled litigator ready to litigate your
case and adept at handling high-conflict situations. With extensive experience
in crafting financial settlements and parenting plans tailored to families’
needs, Melissa offers clients both strategic guidance and a personal touch. Her
boutique practice ensures responsiveness and understanding during the
challenging process of divorce.
In addition to her legal work, Melissa serves as the State
Representative for the 16th House District and where she is a member of the
Judiciary Committee. She is active in the Hartford County, Simsbury Regional,
and Connecticut Bar Associations and is part of the Connecticut Council for
Non-Adversarial Divorce. With 27 years of legal experience, Melissa holds a
B.S. in Political Science and Economics from Hunter College and a magna cum
laude J.D. from New York Law School.
Earlier in her career, Melissa worked at prominent
international law firms, representing leading investment banks and private
equity companies in complex financial transactions. This background provides
her with a strong financial perspective, which she applies to high-asset and
high-net-worth cases. She consistently delivers a professional, direct, and
compassionate approach to her clients.