Melissa Cefalu

An experienced attorney specializing in family law and business, with an impressive professional track record and strong leadership experience. Since 2023, has served as the CEO and Managing Partner at Cefalu Law, providing clients with comprehensive legal solutions.

Previously worked at top law firms, including Bryant & Bleier, LLP and Stark & Stark, and held senior legal positions at AQR and Oppenheimer & Co. Inc.

Holds a dual JD/MBA (Juris Doctor and Master of Business Administration) degree from Hofstra University School of Law (2014), as well as a Master’s (2013) and Bachelor’s (2012) degree from St. John’s University.

Actively engaged in professional associations, serving on the Executive Committee of the New York Women’s Bar Association and the Family Law Section of the New York State Bar Association.

Recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers, “Top 10 Attorneys Under 40” by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys, and recognized as a “Top Lawyer” by Thomson Reuters.

Beyond legal practice, involved in legal education, publishing materials on family law and prenuptial agreements, and engaging with audiences through social media. With extensive experience, professionalism, and a strategic approach, regarded as a leading expert in family law.

• License
  Licensed in Connecticut
  State: Connecticut
  Acquired: 2017
  Active
  
  Licensed in New York
  State: New York
  Acquired: 2016
  Active
  
  Licensed in New Jersey
  State: New Jersey
  Acquired: 2014
  Active
  
• Honors
  2022 - Super Lawyers, Rising Star
  2022 - National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys, Top 10 Attorneys Under 40
  2022 - Thomson Reuters, Top Lawyer
• Work Experience
  2014 - 2016 Director Counsel, Oppenheimer & Co. Inc.
  2019 - 2023 Senior Counsel, Bryant & Bleier, LLP
  2023 - Present CEO and Managing Member, Cefalu Law
• Associations
  2022 - Present
  New York Women's Bar Association - Executive Committee
  2022 - Present
  New York State Bar Association, Family Law Section - Executive Committee
• Education
  2014 - Hofstra University School of Law - JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA
  2013 - St John's University - MA - Masters
• Publications
  2021 - Instagram
  5 Reasons to Consider Signing a Pre Nup?
• Languages
  English - Native / Fluent

Location