A Better Direction Law, LLC

Guiding Central Florida Families Through Life’s Legal Storms.
Family law issues can be overwhelming. Attorney Melissa Pendergrass provides compassionate, client-focused representation at an affordable price to help you move forward with confidence.

Don’t go through this alone.

About Us

At A Better Direction Law, we do more than navigate legal issues; we guide you forward with purpose, peace of mind, and a commitment to achieving the best outcome for your family.

Here's what sets us apart:

Experienced Attorney: Melissa R. Pendergrass brings over a decade of experience in family law and is a dedicated member of the Florida Bar.
Solution-Focused Approach: We help you move beyond legal complexities toward practical solutions, whether it’s a fair divorce settlement, child support, or a balanced parenting plan.
Flexible and Affordable: We offer flexible payment options and work efficiently to keep legal costs within reach.
Personalized Support: You’re never just a case file. Attorney Pendergrass is attentive, accessible, and genuinely invested in your needs and concerns.

Let us help you navigate toward a brighter future.

Practice Areas

We offer a wide range of family law services to meet the needs of every case, including:

Family Law

Family is everything. But sometimes, life throws unexpected challenges your way. At A Better Direction Law, we understand that facing family law issues can be...

Paternity

At A Better Direction Law, we understand the importance of establishing a child's legal father. Paternity brings clarity and security for both children and parents...

Divorce/Dissolution of Marriage

Divorce is a difficult decision, but you don't have to go through it alone. We at A Better Direction Law, understand the emotional and financial complexities involved in ending a marriage..

Collaborative Practice

At A Better Direction Law, we recognize that family law matters can be emotionally charged. While traditional litigation can be adversarial and expensive, we offer...

Practice Areas

We offer a wide range of services to meet every type of case.

Family Law

Family is everything. But sometimes, life throws unexpected challenges your way. At A Better Direction Law, we understand that facing family law issues can be...

Divorce/Dissolution of Marriage

Divorce is a difficult decision, but you don't have to go through it alone. We at A Better Direction Law, understand the emotional and financial complexities involved...

Paternity

At A Better Direction Law, we understand the importance of establishing a child's legal father. Paternity brings clarity and security for both children and parents...

Collaborative Practice

At A Better Direction Law, we recognize that family law matters can be emotionally charged. While traditional litigation can be adversarial and expensive, we offer...

Limited Scope Practice

At A Better Direction Law, we understand that everyone's legal needs and budgets are different. That's why we offer limited scope representation and a flexible and cost-effective approach to family law matters...

Limited Scope

Melissa R. Pendergrass

Attorney

Melissa R. Pendergrass is a Central Florida native and family law attorney with nearly two decades of legal experience. After graduating from FAMU College of Law, she served as a prosecutor in Lake and Citrus Counties, handling major felony cases and participating in task forces and investigations.

She later practiced family and criminal law before founding A Better Direction Law, LLC in 2022. It is a fully virtual, client-focused firm offering accessible legal services and flexible payment options.

Melissa is a member of the Florida Bar and the Citrus County Bar Association, where she previously served as Vice President.

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Why Choose A Better Direction Law

Your Virtual Law Firm: The Benefits of a Modern Approach

At A Better Direction Law, we know legal concerns shouldn’t add stress to your life. That’s why we operate as a virtual law firm, offering key advantages:

Convenience and Accessibility

Consult from anywhere, on your schedule, without traveling to an office. Ideal for busy lives or limited mobility.

Leveraging Technology for Efficiency

We use secure digital tools to streamline communication, protect your privacy, and move your case forward smoothly.

Affordable Legal Help

Lower overhead allows us to offer competitive rates and flexible payment options.

Personalized Virtual Service

Attorney Melissa R. Pendergrass provides attentive, responsive legal support. You’re never just a case file.

News & Updates

How Speaking to an Attorney Can Help

By Melissa Pendergrass • March 24, 2023

Divorce and other family law matters can be emotionally challenging, and often complicated. It is not uncommon for individuals to feel overwhelmed by the process, and unsure about what steps to take. This is where a family law attorney can be invaluable. This blog post will discuss the benefits of contacting a family law attorney.

Welcome to our new website!

March 2, 2023

Welcome to our new website! This site has been professionally designed to be responsive and mobile friendly, so it looks great and is accessible no matter what type or size of device you are using. Our new website also has an integrated Client Portal, meaning you are able to access your case documents, correspondence, and calendars directly from our website! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us today .

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Schedule a time to discuss creating your personalized map to a better direction.