Melissa Leavister Exline
Reno, NV
Licensed for 19 years
Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Litigation
Language
English
About
Melissa L. Exline, Esq. joined Surratt Law in September 2008. At that time, Melissa shifted her focus from representing business and property owners in civil matters, to focusing on family law and estate planning. Why these areas of law? Because helping people put their best foot forward before the Court in a divorce or custody case can have a lasting impact on a person and family. Melissa is willing to take on a unique case with difficult issues and help her client's navigate the legal process. Providing estate planning services for clients is a natural extension our work at Surratt Law by making sure all of a client's needs are met. Melissa is admitted to practice in Nevada and California. She earned her dual undergraduate degrees from the University of Nevada. Ms. Exline received her J.D. from Golden Gate University, School of Law. She was author and associate editor for the Golden Gate University Law Review. Her prior legal expertise includes working at the U.S. Department of Labor. Melissa has a broad spectrum of experience. She brings her experience to the table to represent client needs using her background in consumer product law, employment law, construction defect litigation and general tort liability. Whenever possible, Melissa prefers to work with families to resolve conflict, with a cost effective, practical and no-nonsense approach. Melissa is a member of the State Bar of Nevada (Family Law Section Member), State Bar of California, American Bar Association, Phi Alpha Delta International Law Fraternity, and Washoe County Bar Association.
Practices Areas
Estate Planning
Family
Language
English
Contact
Reviews
We had a family custody issue that Melissa took on with relatively short notice and a crunched timeline. She was thorough and efficient, keeping us informed each step of the way. She and her team were simply amazing. If we should ever have another similar legal issue she'll be our first call.
sa is not only extremely knowledgeable about the law, but she is also kind and caring. I wasn't sure that anyone could sort out a messy post-divorce battle, but she did and walked me through a very traumatic time in my life. The staff at Surratt Law are also highly qualified, especially Amy Hodgson, certified Paralegal. She was a constant in my life for 3+years. My ex-husband filed many lawsuits, and Melissa and Amy were there for me. Melissa is a rock.
Melissa is fantastic. She is not only a very intelligent and well-prepared attorney, but also an attorney who calmly talked me through the whole legal process through one of the most difficult periods of my life. Thanks to her, my family is in a much better position than I had imagined possible. I recommend her in the strongest possible terms.
Melissa is a wonderful Attorney, I would recommend her to everyone who wants a knowledgeable, caring , compassionate person, who so endlessly worked on my custody case involving 4 children. I will forever be greatful for all she has done, and will continue using her as needed. She understands people and their feelings. She talks WITH you instead of at you which is a great tribute for an attorney.
Melissa is extremely knowledgable, honest, and thorough.She was my lead attorney on a very complex divorce involving 2 children and millions of dollars. Legal proceedings were conducted simultaneously in two states. She managed to navagate through an absolute morass of legal issues. I not only would recommend Melissa but I already have to several Calif. attornies that may need Nevada representation.
We had a family custody issue that Melissa took on with relatively short notice and a crunched timeline. She was thorough and efficient, keeping us informed each step of the way. She and her team were simply amazing. If we should ever have another similar legal issue she'll be our first call.
sa is not only extremely knowledgeable about the law, but she is also kind and caring. I wasn't sure that anyone could sort out a messy post-divorce battle, but she did and walked me through a very traumatic time in my life. The staff at Surratt Law are also highly qualified, especially Amy Hodgson, certified Paralegal. She was a constant in my life for 3+years. My ex-husband filed many lawsuits, and Melissa and Amy were there for me. Melissa is a rock.
Melissa is fantastic. She is not only a very intelligent and well-prepared attorney, but also an attorney who calmly talked me through the whole legal process through one of the most difficult periods of my life. Thanks to her, my family is in a much better position than I had imagined possible. I recommend her in the strongest possible terms.
Melissa is a wonderful Attorney, I would recommend her to everyone who wants a knowledgeable, caring , compassionate person, who so endlessly worked on my custody case involving 4 children. I will forever be greatful for all she has done, and will continue using her as needed. She understands people and their feelings. She talks WITH you instead of at you which is a great tribute for an attorney.
Melissa is extremely knowledgable, honest, and thorough.She was my lead attorney on a very complex divorce involving 2 children and millions of dollars. Legal proceedings were conducted simultaneously in two states. She managed to navagate through an absolute morass of legal issues. I not only would recommend Melissa but I already have to several Calif. attornies that may need Nevada representation.