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Melissa Wilson

Of Counsel Attorney at Darrigo & Diaz

 Ronald D. Darrigo

MELISSA WILSON

Of Counsel Attorney

Attorney Melissa Wilson is Of Counsel with Darrigo & Diaz, bringing with her more than 20 years of criminal & civil litigation experience.  Melissa is a Tampa native and Triple Gator, having received her B.S., B.A., and J.D. degrees all from the University of Florida.  Upon graduating from UF’s Levin College of Law, Melissa returned home and spent her first 9 years as an Assistant Public Defender for the 13th Judicial Circuit, with 4 of those years as a Felony Division Chief supervising 5 other attorneys in addition to her own strenuous case load.  Though Ms. Wilson devoted the bulk of her legal career specializing in Criminal Defense Litigation, her practice evolved to include various aspects of civil law and complex family matters.  She has also served as a consultant to other attorneys in assessing cases & motion writing, as well as conducting witness depositions and participating in court hearings and mediation conferences.  Ms. Wilson prides herself on being an outside the box thinker with a unique way of viewing things, and after conducting nearly 70 jury trials, is also regarded as a formidable advocate with a proven record of success.

Ms. Wilson has served on the Board of Directors for the Hillsborough Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers since 2018 and is also a member of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.  In her spare time Melissa loves to travel, experience live music (& the Arts in general), and nerd out on Star Wars, Marvel, & Bond, James Bond.  Additionally, she volunteers with the Tampa Theatre Historic Movie Palace where she has served in various roles on the planning committee for its annual WineFest signature fundraiser since 2018.

Memberships and Bar Admissions

  • State Bar of Florida (2002)
    • Criminal Law Section
    • Solo & Small Firm Section
    • Family Law Section
  • Hillsborough County Bar Association
  • Hillsborough Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Education

  • The University of Florida Levin College of Law
    • Doctor of Jurisprudence (2002)
  • The University of Florida
    • Bachelor of Science in Psychology (with Honors, 1999)
    • Bachelor of Arts in Criminology (with Honors, 1999)
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I was recommended by a great friend of mine to go through with Darrigo & Diaz, and believe me they did not disappoint. They were very responsive with every action they took and made the whole process care free for me. I had a meeting with them, we went over all my options, and figured out the best plan of action. The next thing I know they give me a call, tell me everything is settled, and sent me the check that I was receiving. I didn’t have to do a thing. They will be used by me for all my future needs.
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Nothing but the best service!! From day one of stepping into the office, the whole staff made me feel so welcomed and just like part of their little family. They called to check on me and how I was feeling in the days to follow. Even if there was no new info on my case they would call me just to tell me that and keep me in the loop the whole time. I never felt forgotten about or like my case had just been pushed to the side. I’d recommend Darrigo & Diaz to anyone in need of some great attorneys.
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Muy Buenos abogados!. y las paralegales muy amables y profesionales. Miriam se tomo su tiempo para explicarme todo el proceso y responder todas mis preguntas, muy satisfecha con la atencion que me brindaron.
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Esta oficina me ha ayudado con documentos y asuntos legales. Ellos no te cobran si no ganan tu caso de heridas personales. los recomiendo 100%... todos son muy atentos y si la paralegal Yanely Perez lo atiende de por hecho que esta en buenas manos.
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