Melissa A. Maravich

Commercial Litigation

5.0 (1 reviews)

Memphis, Tennessee

36+ years experience

Burch, Porter & Johnson PLLC

Updated: Jan 02, 2026

Contact Information

901-524-5000

https://www.bpjlaw.com/attorney/maravich-melissa-a/

130 North Court Avenue, Memphis, TN 38103

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Bio

Melissa A. Maravich is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Insurance.Melissa A., who practices law in Memphis, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Melissa A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Melissa A. Maravich is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Insurance.Melissa A., who practices law in Memphis, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Melissa A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Melissa A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Tennessee

State Capital

Nashville

Highest Court

Tennessee Supreme Court

Bar Association

Tennessee Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

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

Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Commercial Litigation
Recognized: Insurance Law
Recognized: Labor Law - Management
Recognized: Litigation - Insurance

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2024

Education

The University of Memphis, J.D., graduated 1989

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Reviews

Anna Nguyen

3 months ago

A Lifeline for Our Business During a Complex Contract Dispute

Our company faced a serious breach of contract and indemnification issue with a major supplier, threatening significant financial loss and operational disruption. We needed counsel with deep commercial litigation experience and a strategic mind. Melissa Maravich was recommended for her recognized expertise, and she exceeded every expectation. Drawing on her 36 years of practice, she immediately grasped the intricate details of our case, which sat at the intersection of commercial and insurance law. Her analysis was not only legally sound but also intensely practical, focusing on protecting our business continuity. Melissa and the team at Burch, Porter & Johnson guided us through a demanding negotiation process with a level of professionalism and preparedness that clearly put the other side on the back foot. The result was a highly favorable settlement that secured our assets and allowed us to move forward without protracted litigation. Her recognition in Best Lawyers is well-deserved; she is a formidable advocate who treats your problem as her own. We are profoundly grateful for her exceptional service and outstanding outcome.