Melissa Thorn

Melissa Thorn, Esq. is an accomplished legal professional with extensive experience in risk management, contract administration, and environmental law. Currently serving as the Risk Management Senior Administrative Officer for Broward County Government since May 2017, Melissa has a proven track record in managing corporate activities, ensuring regulatory compliance, and advising on legal matters across various sectors. Prior roles include Contract Administrator for the City of Delray Beach, Managing Partner at THORN LAW GROUP, Senior Counsel at Panza Maurer & Maynard, PA, and environmental attorney at Foley & Lardner LLP. Melissa holds a Juris Doctor degree from Florida State University College of Law, a Master’s Degree in Environmental Science from Florida Institute of Technology, and a Bachelor of Arts from Tulane University.