As an esteemed attorney at Law Offices of Rosemarie Arnold,
Melissa Peace Tomaino brings her unwavering commitment to justice and a wealth
of legal expertise to represent injured clients in a wide array of personal
injury cases. Admitted to practice law in New York, New Jersey, and
Pennsylvania, Melissa's dedication to her clients' well-being is evident in
every aspect of her practice.
Melissa's journey to the legal profession began with a
passion for communications and journalism, graduating magna cum laude from The
College of Mount Saint Vincent in 2007. After an enriching internship at
WABC-TV and a successful career as a newspaper reporter, she pursued her legal
aspirations, graduating cum laude from Pace University School of Law in 2012.
During her time in law school, Melissa's compassion and
commitment shone through her involvement with Pace's Immigration Law Clinic,
where she successfully represented asylum seekers and clients in various
immigration matters. Additionally, her pro bono work focused on supporting
women seeking temporary restraining orders due to domestic abuse in Westchester
and Yonkers counties.
Since joining the legal profession, Melissa's remarkable
career has spanned across various areas of personal injury law, including
workers' compensation, social security disability applications, motor vehicle
accidents, nursing home negligence, and malpractice. Her legal acumen extends
to handling complex litigations involving construction defects, vertical
transportation accidents, falls from heights, work site accidents, and
employment discrimination.
Beyond her professional endeavors, Melissa finds joy and
relaxation at the Jersey Shore, alongside her husband and two beloved dogs, who
keep life lively. In her leisure time, she immerses herself in captivating
books and podcasts or hosts heartwarming gatherings for friends and family,
creating cherished memories.
Melissa's greatest reward comes from representing clients at
Law Offices of Rosemarie Arnold, ensuring they feel supported, understood,
seen, and heard throughout their legal journey. Her compassionate and diligent
approach sets a precedent for her clients' satisfaction and reaffirms her
position as a dedicated advocate for the injured.