Anne Bryant
New York, NY
Licensed for 7 years
Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Child custody
Language
English French
About
Melissa R. Cefalu commenced her career as a corporate attorney specializing in investments and securities where she worked as counsel for some of the largest asset managers in the world. This knowledge serves her well in all aspects of her practice, from drafting and negotiating matrimonial agreements, structuring the distribution of complex financial assets and investments, and her ability to effectively advocate on behalf of her clients in mediations, dispute resolutions, and court.Ms. Cefalu discovered her calling to transition from the corporate sector to matrimonial and family law as a result of her own personal experience of going through the divorce process. As a result of her experience and personality, Ms. Cefalu is extremely adept to understanding the needs of her clients. It is with such compassion and vigor that Ms. Cefalu approaches each individual matter in the best interests of her clients and their families. Ms. Cefalu was born and raised in New York City and attended St. John’s University where she applied for and was accepted into the university’s joint-degree program, receiving a B.A. and M.A. in English with a minor in Philosophy. Subsequently, Ms. Cefalu applied and was accepted into Hofstra University’s School of Law’s joint-degree program, receiving a J.D. in Law and M.B.A. in finance.While in law school, Ms. Cefalu served as a member of the Hofstra Law Review and as President and Editor-in-Chief of Hofstra Law’s Moot Court Board.Some of Ms. Cefalu's current recreational interests include reading, yoga, golf, dining out, traveling, playing chess, snowboarding, surfing, visiting museums and art galleries.
Practices Areas
Child custody
Child support
Divorce and separation
Family
Domestic Violence
Language
English French
Contact
Bryant & Bleier, LLP299 Broadway, Suite 708New York, NY, 10007 Office (646) 421-6505 Mobile (917) 685-4462 299 Broadway, Suite 708New York, NY, 10007 Office (646) 421-6505(646) 421-6505 Mobile (917) 685-4462(917) 685-4462
Office: (833) 478-0996
Website: N/AReviews
Melissa stepped in to cover another attorney during my divorce. She was incredibly professional, helpful and responsive. She was prompt in responding to emails and always took the time to explain when I had questions. While you never want to find yourself in that situation, Melissa is the person you want taking you through it. She made a difficult process a lot easier and I am incredibly grateful to her for that. I highly recommend her!
Ms. Cefalu has really helped me navigate a difficult and protracted family court proceeding with care and expertise. Her finance and business background was very useful and her attention to detail really allowed me to know that I was in great hands legally. She is friendly and her dedication was unlike anything I had with previous representation. I would highly recommend her for any family law matters. She was a superior litigator and easy to work with and we made a good team, making sure all documents and supporting evidence were organized and submitted properly. She is the best and it's easy to understand why is a rising star in NYC. I feel fortunate to have had her fight for me.
I was going through a nasty divorce from my partner and wanted an uncontested divorce to be as easy and seamless as possible… thanks to Melissa it was! She was very understanding and compassionate about my situation and didn’t make me feel like she was just hired help. She helped make one of the most difficult moments in my life so much easier. So thankful I found her and highly recommend her services!
I'm not a fan of paperwork so Ms. Cefalu worked on my divorce I knew I made the right choice. She was a professional who treated me as I was the most important person and that meant a lot during this period in my life. I told Ms. Cefalu what I wanted from the divorce and she typed it up. When everything was said and done, I looked it over and liked what I saw. Ms. Cefalu sent the paperwork in and now I am a happy customer. Any questions I had were answered and I will be going to Ms. Cefalu if I ever need to for further legal advice or counseling.
Divorce is never easy. After my first attorney failed I was recommended to Melissa. And so glad I did! Working with Melissa was a great experience. Her compassion, expertise, and knowledge about the law was impeccable. She handled my divorce to achieve the best outcome in a very difficult decision in my life...
I hired Melissa for a child custody case. She came highly recommended to me by a friend who used her for a recent divorce. Needless to say, I was very stressed going into this, so I was relieved that Melissa took the time to explain the process step by step. Melissa navigated the situation with such finesse and we reached a settlement that I'm so happy about. She always responded promptly to any questions I had, and she was always patient and thorough discussing our options. Highly recommend Melissa to anyone looking for a family law attorney!!
Melissa stepped in to cover another attorney during my divorce. She was incredibly professional, helpful and responsive. She was prompt in responding to emails and always took the time to explain when I had questions. While you never want to find yourself in that situation, Melissa is the person you want taking you through it. She made a difficult process a lot easier and I am incredibly grateful to her for that. I highly recommend her!
Ms. Cefalu has really helped me navigate a difficult and protracted family court proceeding with care and expertise. Her finance and business background was very useful and her attention to detail really allowed me to know that I was in great hands legally. She is friendly and her dedication was unlike anything I had with previous representation. I would highly recommend her for any family law matters. She was a superior litigator and easy to work with and we made a good team, making sure all documents and supporting evidence were organized and submitted properly. She is the best and it's easy to understand why is a rising star in NYC. I feel fortunate to have had her fight for me.
I was going through a nasty divorce from my partner and wanted an uncontested divorce to be as easy and seamless as possible… thanks to Melissa it was! She was very understanding and compassionate about my situation and didn’t make me feel like she was just hired help. She helped make one of the most difficult moments in my life so much easier. So thankful I found her and highly recommend her services!
I'm not a fan of paperwork so Ms. Cefalu worked on my divorce I knew I made the right choice. She was a professional who treated me as I was the most important person and that meant a lot during this period in my life. I told Ms. Cefalu what I wanted from the divorce and she typed it up. When everything was said and done, I looked it over and liked what I saw. Ms. Cefalu sent the paperwork in and now I am a happy customer. Any questions I had were answered and I will be going to Ms. Cefalu if I ever need to for further legal advice or counseling.
Divorce is never easy. After my first attorney failed I was recommended to Melissa. And so glad I did! Working with Melissa was a great experience. Her compassion, expertise, and knowledge about the law was impeccable. She handled my divorce to achieve the best outcome in a very difficult decision in my life...
I hired Melissa for a child custody case. She came highly recommended to me by a friend who used her for a recent divorce. Needless to say, I was very stressed going into this, so I was relieved that Melissa took the time to explain the process step by step. Melissa navigated the situation with such finesse and we reached a settlement that I'm so happy about. She always responded promptly to any questions I had, and she was always patient and thorough discussing our options. Highly recommend Melissa to anyone looking for a family law attorney!!
Melissa stepped in to cover another attorney during my divorce. She was incredibly professional, helpful and responsive. She was prompt in responding to emails and always took the time to explain when I had questions. While you never want to find yourself in that situation, Melissa is the person you want taking you through it. She made a difficult process a lot easier and I am incredibly grateful to her for that. I highly recommend her!
Ms. Cefalu has really helped me navigate a difficult and protracted family court proceeding with care and expertise. Her finance and business background was very useful and her attention to detail really allowed me to know that I was in great hands legally. She is friendly and her dedication was unlike anything I had with previous representation. I would highly recommend her for any family law matters. She was a superior litigator and easy to work with and we made a good team, making sure all documents and supporting evidence were organized and submitted properly. She is the best and it's easy to understand why is a rising star in NYC. I feel fortunate to have had her fight for me.
I was going through a nasty divorce from my partner and wanted an uncontested divorce to be as easy and seamless as possible… thanks to Melissa it was! She was very understanding and compassionate about my situation and didn’t make me feel like she was just hired help. She helped make one of the most difficult moments in my life so much easier. So thankful I found her and highly recommend her services!
I'm not a fan of paperwork so Ms. Cefalu worked on my divorce I knew I made the right choice. She was a professional who treated me as I was the most important person and that meant a lot during this period in my life. I told Ms. Cefalu what I wanted from the divorce and she typed it up. When everything was said and done, I looked it over and liked what I saw. Ms. Cefalu sent the paperwork in and now I am a happy customer. Any questions I had were answered and I will be going to Ms. Cefalu if I ever need to for further legal advice or counseling.
Divorce is never easy. After my first attorney failed I was recommended to Melissa. And so glad I did! Working with Melissa was a great experience. Her compassion, expertise, and knowledge about the law was impeccable. She handled my divorce to achieve the best outcome in a very difficult decision in my life...
I hired Melissa for a child custody case. She came highly recommended to me by a friend who used her for a recent divorce. Needless to say, I was very stressed going into this, so I was relieved that Melissa took the time to explain the process step by step. Melissa navigated the situation with such finesse and we reached a settlement that I'm so happy about. She always responded promptly to any questions I had, and she was always patient and thorough discussing our options. Highly recommend Melissa to anyone looking for a family law attorney!!