Melissa F. Williams

Melissa Finley Williams is a St. Petersburg, Florida native. She is also the founder and principal attorney at Finley Williams Law, P.A.

Prior to establishing the Finley Williams Law Firm in St. Petersburg, Mrs. Williams spent two years in a private law office practicing in the areas of wills, trusts and estates, Medicaid planning, and VA Aid and Attendance.

She later joined a larger firm in the Orlando, Florida area and successfully grew and managed a new location for the firm in The Villages, Florida. While managing the firm's new location, Mrs. Williams focused her practice in the areas of estate planning, guardianship, probate, Medicaid planning, and elder law.

Mrs. Williams also has a background in psychology, having received a B.S. in psychology from the University of Florida. This background is very helpful in her field, as it gives her unique insight into how best to help her clients with their unique—and often very personal—estate planning and probate cases.

Education

• Juris Doctor – University of Florida Levin College of Law
• Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology, cum laude – University of Florida

Memberships

• Florida Bar
• St. Pete Bar
• Clearwater Bar
• Suncoast Estate Planning Council
• Pinellas Chapter of the Florida Association of Women Lawyers
• Florida Bar Elder Law Section

She has also served as an adjunct professor at the University of Florida Levin College of Law teaching interviewing, counseling, and negotiation to second and third-year law students. She volunteers her time with the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Suncoast, helping youth reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. Mrs. Williams is also a member of the Junior League of St. Petersburg, Women United, the St. Pete Bar, and Leadership St. Pete Alumni Association.

Mrs. Williams enjoys spending time with her family on the beach, traveling, and watching Gator football games.