As a “people-person,” I enjoy getting to know those I represent on both a personal and professional level. Forging strong, collaborative relationships builds trust and transparency. It also fosters the kind of communication that equips me to advocate effectively for clients, to attain the kind of results they want and need.

Melisa Zukic has litigated on behalf of banks, credit unions, and other financial institutions in New York for almost a decade. She counsels clients on consumer financial services matters such as residential foreclosure actions, quiet title, and declaratory actions. She’s also well versed in advising on allegations of code violations and on complaints filed with the New York State Department of Financial Services. An enthusiastic and zealous advocate, Melisa has handled foreclosure bench trials and has argued and obtained favorable decisions on appeal in the First and Second Department of the New York State Supreme Court’s Appellate Division.

With a keen awareness of the constantly evolving field of New York residential foreclosure law, Melisa keeps up with the latest legislation and case law to devise innovative ways to protect client interests, from the commencement of a foreclosure action all the way through the sale. Her previous banking work experience affords her a unique perspective on her clients’ operations and concerns.

Approaching each matter with thoughtfulness and attention to detail, Melisa enjoys taking on complex problems and figuring out ways to resolve them optimally, depending on clients’ circumstances and priorities. She emphasizes responsiveness and active listening to communicate throughout the matter life cycle, so each client has a full understanding of the path forward.