Melissa Rake

Labor and Employment Law - Management Litigation - Labor and Employment

3.0 (1 reviews)

Los Angeles, California

-1+ years experience

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

206-622-3150

https://www.dwt.com/people/r/rake-melissa

50 California Street, Suite 2300 San Francisco CA US

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Bio

Melissa Rake is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labor and Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Melissa, who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Melissa is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

California

State Capital

Sacramento

Highest Court

California Supreme Court

Bar Association

State Bar of California

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

Labor and Employment Law - Management Litigation - Labor and Employment

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Labor and Employment Law - Management
Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment

Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2026

Education

University of California Berkeley, J.D., graduated 2021

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Reviews

Pamela Flores

3 months ago

Competent handling of a workplace investigation

I retained Melissa Rake at Davis Wright Tremaine after a former employee filed a complaint with the state, alleging wrongful termination. Her background in Labor and Employment Law - Management was evident; she was thorough in reviewing our internal policies and the facts of the case. Her analysis of the potential litigation risks was sharp, and her recognition by Best Lawyers gave me confidence in her technical knowledge. The matter was resolved without escalation, which was the primary goal. However, the experience felt somewhat transactional. Communication was sometimes delayed, with responses taking a day or two, and I occasionally had to follow up. For straightforward employment matters, she is certainly capable, but I expected a more proactive communication style given the firm's reputation. The outcome was satisfactory, but the process felt merely adequate.