Introduction
Melissa draws upon more than 30 years of legal experience to resolve a variety of civil litigation matters including construction defect, all types of personal injury, landlord tenant and habitability matters. A part-time private mediator, arbitrator, and special master since 2010, she made the decision in 2016 to follow her passion and transitioned to full-time neutral work. She volunteered as an arbitrator, mediator and settlement judge for local courts before embarking on her private mediation practice and has served as a judge pro tem and settlement officer for the Sacramento County Superior Court for over two decades.
As an Arbitrator and a Referee, she has earned a reputation for being neutral, flexible, and thoroughly prepared and prides herself in managing an efficient hearing and allowing everyone to feel heard and respected.
As a Mediator, Melissa’s friendly demeanor, combined with her direct and persistent approach, provides a sound foundation for the candid dialogue required to achieve resolution. She has the insight and experience to efficiently identify issues and discern on a case-by-case basis how to get parties engaged to bring about resolution. Her goal is “to bring to the negotiation table a distinct set of problem-solving skills that will assist the parties in resolving their disputes on their terms so that they can get back to what they care about most in their lives – their families, their businesses, their passions.”
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Hobbies & Interests
In her spare time, she enjoys music, gardening, reading, and skiing, and keeping current on political and cultural issues.
Testimonials
"Melissa Aliotti is a seasoned litigator who has what it takes to resolve litigation disputes, both big and small. She brings to the table a sharp legal mind, a tremendous work ethic, and the ability to bring litigants together to settle their disputes. I recommend Melissa for your mediation needs without reservation."
- Civil Litigation Attorney
"Ms. Aliotti came highly recommended and she lived up to what we had been told. She is very smart, personable, and effective as a mediator. "
- Attorney on a Government Liability case
"Ms. Alliotti was prepared, courteous, respectful, and effective in bringing the parties together on a difficult legal and factual case."
- Attorney on a Government Liability case
"We encountered professionalism all along the way, with an excellent result. Thank you!!"
- Attorney on a Construction Defects case
"Melissa worked well working with me to explain the risks and costs of litigation. We were well satisfied with the mediation.
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- Attorney on a Premises Liability Case
"Melissa Aliotti was very professional, calm, patient, and effective. Furthermore, she continued to work on the mediation process to see the case settle. I look forward to working with Melissa again, and I have no hesitation in recommending her services to other litigants."
- Attorney on a General Negligence Matter
"Aliotti is firm with all sides which brings the parties together. Excellent work!"
- Attorney on a Personal Injury Auto Dispute
"I want to thank [her] for [her] skillful leadership of my mediation. From the beginning [she] set the tone with diplomacy and professionalism while creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere."
- Client on a Real Property Transaction Dispute
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