About Melissia
Melissia R. Ball is an attorney based in Newport, Tennessee, specializing in personal injury, workers' compensation, products liability, and social security disability cases. With a legal career that began in 2006, she has established herself as a dedicated advocate for her clients. Ms. Ball's journey into law started as a secretary in a personal injury law firm. She developed a keen interest in trial law and the details of legal processes. Her academic credentials are impressive. Ms. Ball earned her Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies from Walters State Community College.
She became one of the few certified legal assistants recognized by the National Association of Legal Assistants. This foundational education paved the way for her further studies. She went on to obtain her Bachelor of Science from Tusculum College and later her Juris Doctor from the Nashville School of Law. Each step in her education reinforced her commitment to the legal profession and gave her the skills necessary to excel. In 2006, Ms. Ball co-founded Myers & Ball, LLP in Newport, Tennessee. This partnership allowed her to put her legal knowledge into practice, serving clients across various legal matters. However, in early 2022, following the sudden passing of her law partner, the firm transitioned into a sole proprietorship under her leadership. This change marked a new chapter in her career.
This lets the attorney further shape the firm’s direction and continue providing exceptional legal services to her community. Ms. Ball is admitted to practice in all Tennessee courts, including the Tennessee Supreme Court, the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern, Middle. Western Districts of Tennessee, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, and the U.S. Supreme Court. Her extensive practice focuses on personal injury, workers' compensation, and social security disability cases. She has represented clients in many incidents, including car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle wrecks, bicycle accidents, pedestrian injuries, slip and fall accidents, dog bites, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and wrongful death claims.
Additionally, she handles social security disability and workers' compensation claims throughout East Tennessee. Beyond her legal practice, Ms. Ball is actively involved in the legal community. She serves as a Board of Governor member for the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association and participates in the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association Women's Caucus. As a founding member of the Cocke County Walters State Alumni Ambassadors, she has made significant contributions to her alma mater. Her achievements have not gone unnoticed; she has been honored as a Distinguished Alumni by Walters State Community College. Outside of her professional life, Ms. Ball is devoted to her family and enjoys various activities, including domestic and international travel, sports, scuba diving, and backcountry horseback riding.
