Reviews

Representing private companies and executives throughout the US (and abroad), I am often called upon to find my clients “local” family counsel in the case of family or marital distress, which is often overwhelming and emotional. While good family counsel must know the law, the courts, the judges and the local community well, obviously, it also helps immensely if 1) counsel is imperturbable and 2) a mother -- since, for better or worse, traditionally, “moms” have borne much of the “burden” of families, and, from a machiavellian perspective, imv, they are simply perceived by the courts more sympathetically. I have represented Melissa Needle and her husband, a technology entrepreneur, on various business matters for most of the 25 years of their marriage and the 27 years of her practice. Melissa Needle fits all the criteria above if one seeks family counsel in Fairfield County, CT.

I've worked with Melissa for over 10 years. Her and her team are aggressive, compassionate and highly skilled in divorce matters, including sensitive domestic violence issues as well as complicated financial issues among high net worth families. Her firm is one of the best in Fairfield County--hire them!

Melissa has professionally represented me for over 12 years; guiding me thru the legal & emotional hurdles of a difficult divorce, thru a court modification process to the original agreement, thru an appeal to that modification, & thru another full court hearing on the modification...all with fair & positive rulings in my favor. I have & will continue to recommend her legal services to others

Melissa was extremely helpful as I went through my divorce process. She delivered great legal advice with a lot of technical excellence through some very complex employment compensation issues. However, more importantly, she understood my emotions and end goals and was able to communicate practically, patiently and with compassion to deliver a favorable result.

I am so grateful for this firm. My NYC Divorce Attorney dropped my case last night, one day before we were to have a conference with the judge. I lost my mind. I was desperately looking for guidance and Chris from Needle-Cuda held my hand, virtually, via text. He was empathetic and explained the potential issues that may arise due to attorney transitioning, especially when a conference has already been scheduled. Chris also provided me with much needed direction, information, and referrals to NYC Divorce Attorneys. Oh, how I wish they could have represented me. THIS is the firm I needed to represent me.

I spent 11 long years in the system. I would not have been trapped there for so long if I had Attorney Melissa Needle as my counsel from the beginning. She was a ray of sunshine in the very dark world of divorce and in my never ending storm. Melissa gave me back my freedom and not only brought justice to the ones who were trying to defy the system, but she defended me from many unjust accusations. I have spoken to countless lawyers during this process. Attorney Needle is the only lawyer who was not in it for the money or the big win--she's about justice and she fought for what was best for my kids and me. She has a level of empathy that can sometimes be hard to find in a lawyer. She cares. She is honest--a word hardly ever used in the process. She is a wife and a mother, which is so important in the world of divorce, so you can truly understand the dynamics of a family/marriage in all its facets. Melissa was the first attorney to be fair, and to truly care about my children and me. And her integrity spans all aspects of her business--she never over billed me or over charged me. I highly recommend Attorney Needle and am eternally grateful to her for all she did for me.

Attorney Melissa Needle and her team are top-notch, thorough, practical and caring. My situation was emotional and overwhelming, but Melissa and her team took the reins and navigated their way through my mess to make sense of it, explain it to me, and strategize the best outcome for me. I highly recommend this firm for your family law needs.

Assisted me in a family matter in a timely manner!!! Would Recommend :)

At a very difficult and emotional time, Atty Needle helped to keep things calm. Professional, thorough and to the point, Melissa helped to guide me in the right direction. She quickly gained my trust so I felt confident with the legal councel I received. Atty Needle’s ability to keep things positive while getting the job done is what stands out the most when someone asks about my experience.

Highly recommend Melissa Needle! Divorce is very hard but she made it easier through her caring manner, responsiveness, assertiveness, and creativity in getting things done. She helped me keep the faith during a pandemic and eventually got me what I needed and deserved. Her team including Jessica Calise are excellent. Thank you Needle Cuda!!

There aren't enough glowing things to say Melissa Needle and her entire team. Melissa took me through a difficult and challenging cross state relocation case and helped me achieve what I thought was impossible. With intention and smart strategic moves all the way through, Melissa helped me navigate the process with patience, incredible attention to detail, foresight, and incomparable smarts. She is seasoned, empathic, but knows when to make hard calls and tough decisions. And they always seemed to lead to the desired outcomes. I trusted her with the biggest decision of my life, and she secured the outcome we desperately wanted. She and her entire team are accessible, responsive, supportive, caring, and they don't leave one stone unturned. I can't recommend her highly enough and with Melissa, you are in THE BEST hands.

Melissa is a top-notch divorce lawyer with a vast knowledge of the legal system and the skills to navigate it. But of equal importance to a client going through a divorce, she is sensitive and compassionate and always realistic about expectations. There is no one better I'd rather have on my side.