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Jenna Melia, Business Attorney in Cleveland, Ohio

Over 8 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Construction, and General

Practicing business in Cleveland since 2018.

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Jenna Melia is an attorney based in Cleveland, OHIO. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and General. Jenna has over 8 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mazanec, Raskin & Ryder Co. LPA.

Based in
Cleveland, OHIO
Experience
over 8 years
Known for
Business · Construction · General
  • Handles Business, Construction, and General matters from Cleveland, OHIO.
  • Over 8 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).

About Jenna Melia: Jenna Melia is an attorney based in Cleveland, OHIO. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and General. Jenna has over 8 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mazanec, Raskin & Ryder Co. LPA.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Jenna takes on

Jenna concentrates on business, construction, general, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jenna handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Cleveland, Ohio

Jenna takes business matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jenna agrees to represent you.

Construction cases in Cleveland, Ohio

Jenna takes construction matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jenna agrees to represent you.

General cases in Cleveland, Ohio

Jenna takes general matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jenna agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Cleveland, Ohio

Jenna takes litigation matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jenna agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Cleveland, Ohio

Jenna takes personal injury matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jenna agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Jenna Melia — business lawyer in Cleveland

Jenna Melia is an attorney based in Cleveland, OHIO. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and General. Jenna has over 8 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mazanec, Raskin & Ryder Co. LPA.

Jenna is an attorney at Mazanec, Raskin & Ryder Co., L.P.A. (MRR Law) with a dynamic practice focused on defense in areas including auto and commercial trucking, personal injury, commercial law, construction litigation, general liability, insurance coverage and bad faith, and professional liability.

Prior to joining MRR Law, she spent several years at a litigation firm honing her civil litigation skills, where she defended professionals, including lawyers, in liability matters throughout Ohio. Before that, Jenna gained valuable experience serving as a judicial extern in the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas and as Executive Editor of The Cleveland State Law Review, highlighting her strong analytical and writing abilities.

She is adept at, among other things, developing defense strategies, conducting legal research, managing motions practice, taking and defending depositions, and guiding cases through resolution.

Building on this foundation, Jenna makes it a priority to understand her clients’ objectives and works diligently to protect their interests. She genuinely cares about achieving favorable outcomes for her clients. She is also committed to keeping her clients informed throughout every step of the legal process.

Helping clients feel understood and supported as they navigate legal matters is at the heart of Jenna’s practice.

How Jenna handles business matters

Jenna is an attorney at Mazanec, Raskin & Ryder Co., L.P.A. (MRR Law) with a dynamic practice focused on defense in areas including auto and commercial trucking, personal injury, commercial law, construction litigation, general liability, insurance coverage and bad faith, and professional liability. Prior to joining MRR Law, she spent several years at a litigation firm honing her civil litigation…

The kind of cases Jenna takes

Jenna reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, construction, and general matters in Cleveland and the surrounding Ohio area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Cleveland Marshall College of Law

    J.D. · 2017

Jurisdictions

Jenna's state bar admissions

  • Ohio, Ohio State Bar

    2018 · ACTIVE

Jenna studied at J.D. in Cleveland Marshall College of Law.

Law school and academic background

Jenna completed J.D. in Cleveland Marshall College of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jenna runs in Ohio is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Jenna has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law (2026).

Locations

Jenna Melia's office in Cleveland

Jenna's primary office is at 100 Franklin's Row, Cleveland, Ohio, 34305. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Mazanec, Raskin & Ryder Co. LPA

100 Franklin's Row

Cleveland, Ohio 34305

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Hiring guide

How to hire Jenna Melia — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jenna usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Jenna charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jenna's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Jenna will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Cleveland, Ohio

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Jenna

Jenna discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Jenna confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Jenna's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Jenna Melia

  • How much does it cost to hire Jenna for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jenna walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Jenna offer a free consultation?

    Jenna charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jenna's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Jenna's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Ohio typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Jenna gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Jenna take my case if I'm outside Cleveland?

    Jenna is licensed in Ohio. Matters governed by Ohio law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jenna will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Jenna?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Jenna will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Jenna accepting new business clients right now?

    Jenna's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Business attorneys serving Cleveland, Columbus and Cincinnati in Ohio

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