About
Attorney Melissa Vazquez-Sanchez joined Zayas Law Firm as an Associate Trial Attorney in January 2019. Melissa earned a J.D. from Western New England University School of Law. Prior to joining Zayas Law Firm, Melissa provided pro bono legal services in immigration and gained experience in other areas such as criminal defense, civil litigation, and civil rights matters. Melissa also previously worked as a professional rehabilitation counselor, which provides valuable insight into injury recovery, disability, and client advocacy - enhancing Melissa's approach to personal injury and insurance litigation. At Zayas Law Firm, Melissa focuses on personal injury, premises liability, probate matters related to personal injury, insurance coverage, and bad faith litigation.
Bar Admissions
- State Bar of Connecticut, 2018
- State Bar of Florida, 2019
- Connecticut District Court, 2021
- State Bar of Massachusetts, 2021
- State Bar of Texas, 2023
Professional Memberships
- Connecticut Bar Association, Member
- Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association, Member
- American Association for Justice for Trial Lawyers, Member
- Massachusetts Bar Association, Member
Education
- Western New England University (2018), MBA
- Western New England University School of Law (2017), J.D.
- Central Connecticut State University (2013), M.S.
- Central Connecticut State University (2011), B.A.
Languages
- English
- Spanish