Melissa J. Lyons

Melissa J. Lyons began her Workers’ Compensation career in 2011 as a Defense Hearing Representative and then as a Workers’ Compensation Defense Attorney when she passed the bar. In 2020, she decided to begin full-time as a Workers’ Compensation Applicant Attorney, with a desire to help injured workers receive every ounce of benefits they are entitled to receive. Her experience as a Defense Hearing Representative and as a Defense Attorney means that she understands exactly what you’re up against, and her passion for the field will mean she’s with you every step of the way.

Melissa earned her undergraduate degree from the University of California, Riverside, in Business Administration, where she was recognized on the National Dean’s List for her academic achievements. She earned her Juris Doctorate from Pacific Coast University School of Law while concurrently working as a Workers’ Compensation Defense Hearing representative. After working for a reputable Applicant Attorney firm for years, Melissa opened her own firm in 2023 to help injured workers in Southern California.

In her leisure time, she enjoys cycling, hiking, exercising, reading, cooking, woodworking, watching football and traveling. She has two Golden Retrievers, Honey Bee and Lady Bug, who are currently working on their Therapy Dog certifications through the Alliance of Therapy Dogs. She plans to donate her free time in the future to places like medical facilities so people sustaining injuries may have some joy added to their day.