Melissa, affectionately known as "Missy," boasts strong local ties to Portsmouth as a proud Clay High School graduate. Imbued with the spirit of her hometown, she continues to channel her commitment to the community through her role at our firm.

Joining our esteemed staff in October 2019, Missy gracefully stepped into the pulpit as our Administrative Assistant, becoming the welcoming face of our law firm. With a warm smile and a helping hand, she greets prospective clients and ensures they feel right at home from the moment they step inside our doors.

Beyond greeting our valued clients, Missy masterfully coordinates the daily affairs of the front office and diligently performs a myriad of administrative responsibilities. Her expertise in office management underscores the smooth functioning of our firm, paving the way for the rest of the team to efficiently provide our active legal services.

In her leisure hours, Missy cherishes quality moments with her husband, with whom she shares over three decades of love and companionship, and delights in the company of her three daughters and a son-in-law.

An active participant in local initiatives, Missy devotes her time to volunteer at several events orchestrated by her daughter's school through boosters and other community-serving organizations. Missy's dedication to her community and family reflects her intrinsic warm-hearted character.

For any inquiries or friendly conversations, kindly contact Missy at: melissa@burnsidelaw.com.