Williston, FL

Jeffrey Meldon

Jeffrey Meldon has been a Florida Trial Attorney since 1971, handling jury trials in Gainesville and specializing in accident and wrongful death cases. He is known for his expertise in negotiating settlements and litigating against insurance companies. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, he graduated from Case-Western Reserve University Law School in 1969 and opened his practice in Gainesville in 1971. He is dedicated to community service, authoring three Consumer Guide Books based on his 50 years of legal experience. He regularly attends and lectures at legal seminars, teaching and mentoring other attorneys. Highlights of his career include membership in the National Trial Attorneys Top 100 Trial Attorneys (2013) and The Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, serving on Florida Bar committees, and teaching at the University of Florida Law School Trial Advocacy Program. He is recognized for creating the DUI defense team at his firm.

Carey Meldon

If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury, Carey Meldon is the attorney you want in your corner-because to Carey, nothing matters more than the client. As Managing Partner of Meldon Law and one of Florida’s most respected personal injury trial lawyers, Carey Meldon has built his reputation by putting clients first-delivering exceptional results through personalized service, tireless preparation, and a relentless pursuit of justice. Carey’s approach is simple: every client matters. Every story matters. And every case is treated with the urgency, respect, and attention it deserves. With decades of courtroom experience, Carey has fought for people during the most difficult moments of their lives-trying high-stakes cases to verdict, selecting over 50 juries, and securing life-changing outcomes for those devastated by negligence. Born and raised in Gainesville, Carey returned home after earning his undergraduate degree from the College of William and Mary-where he was a Division I varsity athlete-and his law degree from Stetson University College of Law. His legal path was inspired by his grandfather, Maurice Wagner, a fellow Stetson alum and respected attorney who presented Carey with his diploma and helped instill the values that define his practice today. Carey’s commitment to clients extends beyond the courtroom. He serves on the Board of the Florida Justice Association, where he advocates for policies that protect injury victims across the state. He mentors young attorneys, leads with integrity, and is recognized for putting people over profits-every single time. What sets Carey apart is his unwavering belief that clients deserve more than legal representation-they deserve a champion. Someone who listens, prepares, and fights like it’s personal-because for Carey, it always is. He doesn’t just see cases; he sees people. And when you choose Carey Meldon, you’re not just getting a lawyer. You’re getting someone who makes your fight his fight-because you matter most.

Cary Torres

Cary Torres is a prelitigation attorney at Meldon Law. She was previously a Shareholder at Torres Law Firm, PA, where she litigated personal injury cases and handled immigration law matters. Her experience also includes representing UF Health in healthcare compliance and general liability. Cary has been an active member of the Florida Bar since 1996 and is admitted to the U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts. She has served on the Judicial Nominating Committee in the Eighth Judicial Circuit of Florida, the Board of the Santa Fe College Foundation, and as a member of the James C. Adkins, Jr. American Inn of Court and the Eighth Judicial Circuit Bar Association.

Maria P. Youngblood

Maria P. Youngblood is a Senior Associate Attorney at Meldon Law, practicing since 2010 in personal injury and civil litigation. She has successfully negotiated multi-million dollar settlements. A Gainesville native, she earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Florida and her Juris Doctor from Florida Coastal School of Law in 2009. She also graduated from the Harvard Law School Program on Negotiation. Maria is an active member of the Florida Justice Association and has been nominated twice as a Crisp Experience MVP. Fluent in Spanish, she is dedicated to representing Spanish-speaking clients.

Chris Speziok

Chris Speziok is an experienced trial attorney handling personal injury cases across Florida, including premises liability, motor vehicle crashes, trucking crashes, and wrongful death. He earned his bachelor’s degree in criminology from the University of Florida and his law degree from Stetson University College of Law, where he focused on trial practice and gained hands-on experience as a law clerk. His expertise has led to many successful 7-figure verdicts and judgments. He is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum (in his second year of practice) and consistently appears on the SuperLawyers Rising Stars list every year since 2020.

Mark Pionessa

Mark Pionessa is a Florida native who represents individuals suffering personal injuries. He previously worked for insurance companies, gaining valuable insight into their operations and litigation tactics. He holds bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Florida and a Juris Doctorate from Florida Coastal School of Law. He is a member of the Florida Bar Association, Third Judicial Circuit Bar Association, and the State Bar of Georgia.

Jessica Meldon Nessim

For Jessica Meldon Nessim, the law is not just a career-it’s a lifelong calling to serve, protect, and fight for what’s right. As a forceful advocate for individuals harmed by negligence, Jessica brings more than just legal knowledge to the table. She brings empathy, integrity, and an unshakable belief that every client deserves not only exceptional representation, but dignity, respect, and compassion. At the heart of her practice is a simple but powerful belief: “It is not just a case-it is your life.” Life is precious, and most people don’t realize that until everything changes. Jessica’s mission is to guide clients through some of the hardest moments of their lives. At Meldon Law, rebuilding begins with physical recovery-but it doesn’t end there. Jessica understands that healing must happen emotionally and spiritually, too, because trauma leaves deep scars. While she walks beside her clients through recovery, she also begins to fight. She fights to ensure that the reckless take responsibility for the pain they’ve caused. She fights to make sure those responsible change their careless ways-so no one else has to suffer the same preventable harm again. Born and raised in Gainesville, Florida, Jessica moved to South Florida for law school, where she quickly found her passion for helping the underserved. She began her legal career practicing Immigration Law in Miami before transitioning into policy advocacy through political lobbying and nonprofit work. This unique background gave her a wide-angle lens on justice-and the tools to serve clients with creativity, empathy, and a fierce commitment to doing what’s right. At Meldon Law, Jessica focuses on personal injury cases, including complex motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall injuries, and wrongful death claims. Her client-centered, hands-on approach ensures that everyone she represents feels heard, understood, and fully supported from start to finish. Jessica’s commitment to service extends far beyond the courtroom. She actively contributes to her community through leadership roles in several high-impact organizations, including: Eagle Member of the Florida Justice Association, Board Member of the Women’s Caucus Jewish Federation of Miami-Dade, Women’s Division Friends of the Israeli Defense Forces (FIDF), Women’s Brigade Jewish Lawyers Association American Friends of Magen David Adom South Florida Hatzalah Through these roles, Jessica is not just involved-she leads. Her community work reflects the same core values that define her legal practice: compassion, strength, and an unwavering commitment to justice.