Melissa Wheeler Hoff
Dedicated, competent, and respectful legal representation in family law matters.
Meet Melissa Wheeler Hoff, a distinguished Newport Beach divorce attorney driven by a fascination with family law's intricate blend of psychological, emotional, and financial complexities. Specializing in high-asset divorce and high-conflict custody disputes, Melissa guides clients through every phase of marital dissolution, from mediation to post-judgment matters like enforcement and modifications.
Her unique strength lies in connecting with clients, easing the discomfort of divorce litigation with mindfulness and empathy. Melissa firmly believes in dissolving marriages without destroying families, a philosophy encapsulated in her words: "You can dissolve your marriage without destroying your family if you are willing to take the high road."
Balancing zealous advocacy with straightforward representation, Melissa helps clients achieve amicable settlements while fearlessly litigating when necessary. As a five-time Super Lawyers Rising Star (2019-2023), she stands among the top 2.5% of up-and-coming California attorneys. A member of key bar associations and a Founding Member of the American Academy for Certified Financial Litigators (AACFL), Melissa is recognized for her leadership and dedication to divorce financial education.
Rooted in Newport Beach, Melissa's athletic background includes playing water polo for Newport Harbor High School and representing Team USA at various levels. In her free time, she enjoys ocean-related activities, reading thrillers, practicing yoga, and cherishing moments with her two cats, Pumpkin and Pirate.
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Credit Cards Accepted
- California
- State Bar of California
- ID Number: 300883
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- English
- Attorney
- Holstrom, Block & Parke, APLC
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- Senior Managing Family Law Attorney
- Johnson Attorneys Group
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- Associate Attorney
- Farzad & Ochoa Family Law Attorneys, LLP
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- Litigation Attorney
- Cordell & Cordell
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- Associate Attorney
- Van Voorhis & Sosna, LLP
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- Associate Attorney
- Lakin Spears LLP
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- University of California - Berkeley
- B.A.
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- Santa Clara University School of Law
- J.D.
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- Rising Star
- Super Lawyers
- Rising Star
- Super Lawyers
- Rising Star
- Super Lawyers
- Top Contributor
- Avvo
- Recognition for Professional Involvement
- Lawyer Legion
- Orange County Bar Association
- Member
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- Activities: Member of OCBA Family Law Section.
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- State Bar of California # 300883
- Member
- - Current
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- Pandemic Provisions – Do Force Majeure Clauses Have a Place in Custody and Visitation Agreements?
- Family Law News (California State Bar Family Law Section)
- What to Expect as a New Family Law Associate, SCU Family Law Society Panel Discussion
- Preparing for the California Bar Exam, Office of Academic & Bar Success
- Family Law & LGBTQ+ Crossover Issues, SCU Family Law Society & EQ | SCU Joint Meeting
- Premarital Agreements in California, California Divorce Law 101 (2021 Edition)
