Attorney

Melinda C. Ghilardi

Scranton, PA

30+ Years Experience

Licensed in 2 States

About Melinda

Melinda C. Ghilardi is a personal injury attorney who finds fulfillment in helping clients and the intellectual stimulation of her field. Prior to joining Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys, she worked for over three decades in the Federal Public Defender’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania and began her career as an Assistant District Attorney in Lackawanna County. She is recognized for her work in civil law, helping individuals connect to resources and achieve positive legal outcomes.

Licensed States

Pennsylvania District of Columbia

Education

Juris Doctor

The University of Pittsburgh School of Law

Bachelor of Science

The University of Scranton

Awards & Recognition

Top 25 Women in Business

2025

Best Lawyers in America

2024

Pennsylvania Super Lawyer

2024

Robert W. Munley Distinguished Service Award

2016

Athena Award

2005

Professional Associations

Women's Resource Center of ScrantonUniversity of Scranton Panuska College of Professional StudiesGirl Scouts in the Heart of PennsylvaniaPennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic ViolenceCircle 200 Forum for Senior Level Executive WomenPennsylvania Bar AssociationAmerican Association for JusticeMelvin M. Belli SocietyPennsylvania Association for JusticeLackawanna Bar AssociationWilkes-Barre Law and Library AssociationLackawanna Bar FoundationAssociation of Women Lawyers of Lackawanna County