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MELISSA D. SOLEVILLA

Meet Melissa D. Solevilla at Neal & Solevilla, one of our name partners.
Melissa Solevilla started her career in personal injury as a receptionist at a Personal Injury Law Firm in 1999.  

She realized at a young age that she was particularly passionate about helping the injured and disabled obtain justice and decided to go to law school. She began practicing law in 2012. 

After working together for 18 years, Katherine Neal and Melissa Solevilla opened their Neal & Solevilla Personal Injury Lawyers in December 2023. 

Neal & Solevilla focuses on fighting for the rights of those who have been injured in car accidents, slip and falls, trip and falls, and other negligence-based torts, as well as assisting those whose loved ones have been killed in such accidents.

Melissa also has a niche for the field of crematory and cemetery malpractice, wherein she fights for the justice and respect of those who have been wronged by extreme negligence in these industries. 
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When Melissa was still a paralegal, and just twelve weeks pregnant with her first child, she was rear-ended on Interstate 275 by a teenager, who was driving 70 miles-per-hour while texting. Melissa had to fight to overcome serious spinal injuries and a difficult pregnancy due to the crash.

This experience left Melissa with more resolve than ever, as she learned first-hand what it is like for those who have been permanently and seriously injured due to no fault of their own. As a consequence, Melissa is very passionate about providing personalized service to each and every one of her clients. She is never more than a phone call away, and works tirelessly to make each client feel like they are her only client. 

Melissa’s favorite part of the job is meeting a new client for the first time. She considers it a true honor to be the first one to learn each client’s story, educate them about personal injury law and what to expect during the claims or trial process, and ease their anxiety. 

Melissa attended Florida Southern College in Lakeland, Florida and Stetson Law School.  She is licensed to practice law in the State of Florida and is a member of The Florida Bar Association and the Clearwater Bar Association.  
 
Melissa is a wife and mother of four incredible children who enjoys volunteering in her community including with Countryside Little League and the Pinellas County Schools PTA.  Melissa also enjoys spending time with her church community at Harborside Christian Church in Safety Harbor, Florida. 

Areas of Practice

Bar Admissions

  • Florida - Since 2012

Education

  • Stetson University College of Law - J.D. - 2012
  • Florida Southern College
    B.A. - 2003

Honors & Awards

  • Martindale-Hubbell Gold Client Champion Award
  • 2026 Edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America

Professional Associations & Memberships

  • The Florida Bar
  • The Clearwater Bar

Testimonials

Neal and Solevilla were the perfect choice to handle our teenage daughter’s accident! While riding her E-bike, she was struck by a car. Thankfully her injuries were minimal, but we had no idea how to navigate the red tape of the situation. Melissa Solevilla and team put us at ease as they handled all of the details and made sure our daughter was compensated properly for the accident. We will recommend this firm and these wonderful women to anyone in need of legal assistance. Thank you again!

Melissa Zelaya

Melissa Solevilla helped me when I injured 2 times in automobile accidents. She is professional, compassionate, and always returned my calls as soon as she could. I would recommend her to anyone that needs a injury attorney. I would use her again in the future if I am ever injured again.


Richard Green

It was such a relief when she intervened and took over communications on my behalf. She listened when I needed to vent, reliably explained all my options, gave her opinion on next steps, communicated with me directly, always made herself available (if she was tied up when I called she called me back quickly), and updated me immediately any time there was a new development.

So very grateful for Melissa and the excellent, professional but also personal service she provides. She clearly knows her stuff and obviously cares for her clients. I have recommended her to friends and family, and highly recommend her to you as well.

Amy Winstead

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