AttorneyMelissa Herbito
Melissa Jamero Herbito, Esq. is a dedicated and accomplished attorney specializing in plaintiff personal injury law. She is licensed to practice law in California and was also a practicing lawyer in the Philippines, early on in her legal career. With over 20 years of legal experience as an attorney—more than a decade of which has been focused on plaintiff personal injury—Melissa has been a steadfast advocate for individuals seeking justice after suffering injuries and damages due to the violation of their rights by individuals and entities alike.
Melissa earned her Bachelor of Laws degree (equivalent to a Juris Doctor) and her pre-law degree, a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, from one of the most prestigious universities in the Philippines, the University of San Carlos. She had consistently achieved academic excellence throughout her education, earning top honors and accolades, and culminating in a distinguished 10th-place ranking in the highly competitive Philippine Bar Examinations. Her early legal career focused extensively on civil litigation, labor and employment law, and corporate law, where she worked as an associate litigation attorney at one of the Philippines’ leading and most reputable law firms, known for its century-long legacy of excellence and significant contributions to the legal profession. Melissa later transitioned to the corporate financial and banking sector, holding a critical role as a compliance legal advisor for Standard Chartered Bank, a leading multinational bank with over 600 branches worldwide.
In California, Melissa has focused her legal career on advocating for injured plaintiffs, representing various clients involved in serious accidents, including wrongful death cases, and also industrial/work-related injuries. Her commitment to championing the rights of the injured is deeply rooted in her witnessing various forms of injustice early on, which made her realize how the underprivileged and victims often had no voice and those whose rights were violated often lacked the means to seek redress and reparation, especially against powerful individuals and institutions.
Melissa is recognized for her ability to craft effective legal strategies and solutions, and for her relentless dedication and passionate advocacy. Her “quick to action” and personalized approach have set her apart, earning her clients’ trust and loyalty and firmly establishing her positive and esteemed reputation in the legal community. Melissa possesses comprehensive expertise in all aspects of personal injury claims, from client consultation and support throughout the injured clients’ recovery and during the critical stage of negotiations, leading towards securing the best possible outcomes for each case. Melissa’s competent legal representation and her empathetic client relations have led to notable million-dollar settlements over the years.
Melissa is committed to honing her legal expertise and specialization, having also completed training with the National Institute for Trial Advocacy as she continues to fiercely advocate for her client’s rights.