Mediator Melissa Avila, Esq.
Melissa Avila is a highly effective mediator. Ms. Avila currently serves as an MSC Settlement Officer with Los Angeles Resolve Law, a Mediator with Los Angeles Superior Court's MVP, and a Mediator on Santa Barbara Superior Court's CADRe Panel.
Drawing from her experience as an employment law trial lawyer representing both Plaintiffs and Defendants in courts across California, including the Courts of Appeal for over a decade, as well as arbitrating cases with JAMS, ADR, and Signature Resolution, Ms. Avila successfully creates an opportunity for resolution with each mediation.
FORMAL ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION TRAINING:
“Mediating the Litigated Case,” a 42-hour program offered by the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at Pepperdine University School of Law
PRACTICE AREAS
Employment Law
FEHA Discrimination
Wrongful termination
Whistleblower Retaliation
Accommodation
Harassment
Wage & Hour, including PAGA and Class Action
Personal Injury
Premises Liability
Full and Half Day Mediations
Mediation Rates
Half Day
$3,500
Full Day
$6,000
Testimonials
What People Are Saying About Melissa Avila, Esq.
“Melissa is a strong litigator with extensive experience on both plaintiff and defense sides which gives her unique perspective and the ability to successfully negotiate. it has been a pleasure to work with her.”
- Defense Employment Law Attorney
“Melissa is a sharp and dedicated attorney who gets the job done. She and I worked as associates for several years, and I had the opportunity to see her skills in action. Most importantly, she cares about people and justice and brings that passion to her work.”
- Plaintiff Employment Law Attorney
“She’s an effective negotiator and tenacious mediator.”
- Mediator and Arbitrator with ADR in Los Angeles