Melissa A. Dearing

Employment Law - Management

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Jacksonville, Florida

27+ years experience

Rivkin Radler LLP

Updated: Dec 25, 2025

Contact Information

904-792-8925

https://www.rivkinradler.com/attorneys/melissa-a-dearing/

Riverplace Tower, 10th Floor, 1301 Riverplace Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32207

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Bio

Melissa A. Dearing is a Partner in the firm’s Immigration Practice Group, where she assists employers in seeking non-immigrant and immigrant status.Melissa has extensive experience with H-1Bs and the PERM-based green card process, particularly with respect to information technology professionals, engineers and pharmacists, among other professionals. She also represents foreign nationals regarding family immigration matters and assists employers with I-9 and other immigration compliance issues.A member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, Melissa is a past member of the Chester Bedell American Inn of Court. She is also a member of the Federal Bar Association and the Florida Bar Association. In addition, Melissa is also Co-Chair of the Jacksonville Bar Association’s Labor & Employment Law Section. Melissa A. In addition, Melissa is also Co-Chair of the Jacksonville Bar Association’s Labor & Employment Law Section. Melissa A. Dearing is a Partner in the firm’s Immigration Practice Group, where she assists employers in seeking non-immigrant and immigrant status. Melissa has extensive experience with H-1Bs and the PERM-based green card process, particularly with respect to information technology professionals, engineers and pharmacists, among other professionals. She also represents foreign nationals regarding family immigration matters and assists employers with I-9 and other immigration compliance issues. A member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, Melissa is a past member of the Chester Bedell American Inn of Court.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Florida

State Capital

Tallahassee

Highest Court

Florida Supreme Court

Bar Association

The Florida Bar

Typical Consultation

$200-$450

Typical Hourly Range

$300-$650/hr

Fee Model Notes

Business and employment matters often involve hourly billing with optional project-based retainers.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Employment Law - Management

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Employment Law - Management, Jacksonville (2026)
Lawyer of the Year: Employment Law - Management, Jacksonville (2022)
Recognized: Employment Law - Management
Recognized: Immigration Law
Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment
Melissa was selected for inclusion in Florida Super Lawyers Rising Stars (2009-2013)