Melissa James
Biography
Melissa is an Associate Attorney in the Fort Lauderdale office where she specializes in real estate default. She was admitted into the practice of law in 2022 after graduating from Nova Southeastern University Broad Shephard College of Law where she earned cum laude honors. In 2004 Melissa received her Bachelor of Laws from the University of Liverpool where she earned magna cum laude honors. Melissa also holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of the West Indies. Melissa joins Brock & Scott with over 15 years of experience in Jamaica, in creditor’s rights and collection.
Admitted to Practice
- 2022 – Florida
- 2006 – Jamaica
Education
- 2022 Juris Doctor (cum laude) from Nova Southeastern University Broad Shephard College of Law in Davie, Florida
- 2006 Certificate of Legal Education from the Norman Manley Law School in Mona, Jamaica
- 2004 Bachelor of Laws (magna cum laude) from University of Liverpool in Liverpool, United Kingdom
- 2000 Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of the West Indies in Mona, Jamaica
Affiliations
- 2023 – American Bar Association
- 2006 – Jamaican Bar Association