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EPISODE · Dec 26, 2025 · 29 MIN

From Blueprints to the Courtroom: Attorney Paula Melo on Mastering Construction Litigation

from Driven: Unscripted Success · host Michael Mannino Sr. & Nareman Hamdan

In this powerful episode, hosts Mike Mannino Sr. and Nareman Hamdan sit down with Paula Melo, an attorney who brings grit, humility, and vision to her legal career. Paula opens up about leaving behind an established law firm in Brazil to pursue a new chapter in the U.S., starting over by attending law school all over again. Now practicing construction litigation in Florida, Paula shares what it takes to succeed in a field filled with complex projects and high-pressure negotiations. She talks about building trust with clients, leading with collaboration, and why commitment is the #1 trait she looks for in a team.   -------------------------------------------------------- Be a Guest: Are you a successful Naples-area business owner, entrepreneur, or professional with insights to share? Apply to be a guest at Driven: Unscripted Success and share your expertise with a wide audience eager to learn about you.

In this powerful episode, hosts Mike Mannino Sr. and Nareman Hamdan sit down with Paula Melo, an attorney who brings grit, humility, and vision to her legal career. Paula opens up about leaving behind an established law firm in Brazil to pursue a new chapter in the U.S., starting over by attending law school all over again. Now practicing construction litigation in Florida, Paula shares what it takes to succeed in a field filled with complex projects and high-pressure negotiations. She talks about building trust with clients, leading with collaboration, and why commitment is the #1 trait she looks for in a team.   -------------------------------------------------------- Be a Guest: Are you a successful Naples-area business owner, entrepreneur, or professional with insights to share? Apply to be a guest at Driven: Unscripted Success and share your expertise with a wide audience eager to learn about you.

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