The people behind Melivate
Managing Attorney
Intellectual property attorney with experience advising startups to mid-sized businesses. She helps entrepreneurs protect and grow their brands through trademark clearance, registration, enforcement, and portfolio management — and is admitted to the D.C. Bar.
Client Relations Specialist
Melivate's Client Relations Specialist and the first point of contact for many clients. She keeps every engagement smooth and supportive, pairing sharp process with genuine care.
Human Resources Administrator
Leads the people side of the firm — recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and the programs that keep the team aligned. Her work behind the scenes lets the attorneys and client team put people first, every day.
Associate Attorney
Focuses on the legal groundwork that helps entrepreneurs protect what they build. Her work spans trademark and copyright matters, licensing, and the agreements that shape how a business grows.
Associate Attorney
Works alongside the managing attorney on the trademark and brand-protection matters founders rely on. She is involved across the full life of a filing — from clearance and preparation to prosecution and monitoring.
Operations & Business Development Manager
Oversees the firm's internal processes while driving strategic growth. He bridges day-to-day management and long-term strategy, aligning operational efficiency with client needs.