Melissa D. Goolsarran Ramnauth, Esq., is a dynamic businesswoman who represents the epitome of a modern business lawyer. With her unwavering dedication to her clients and her multifaceted interests, Melissa continues to make a lasting impact in the legal field and beyond.

Having previously represented large businesses in complex commercial litigation cases and Chapter 11 bankruptcies, Melissa now focuses her expertise on assisting new and growing businesses with a wide range of legal matters, including federal trademarks, copyrights, business formations, and contracts, among others.

Throughout her academic journey, Melissa has been recognized for her outstanding achievements, receiving the CALI Excellence for the Future Award in the Tort Law & Policy Seminar, the Dean’s Certificate of Achievement in Immigration Law, and the Ann Wrenn-King Memorial Scholarship. However, Melissa’s passion extends beyond her legal prowess.

Currently based in the sun-kissed haven of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Melissa has embarked on an exquisite journey of self-discovery and cultural preservation. Through her captivating blog, she weaves together the vibrant threads of her Guyanese and Trinidadian heritage, sharing knowledge and traditions that will endure for generations to come.

In a race against time, she has recently taken up the mantle to safeguard the endangered West Indian ship records. With recent discoveries revealing the alarming state of these historical treasures, it is clear that urgent action is needed to prevent their irreversible loss.

This beautiful advocate is leading a charge to promote awareness and support for the preservation project. While commendable efforts have been made to protect and digitize certain records, the ultimate goal is to make all of them accessible online, allowing individuals from all corners of the globe to delve into their Caribbean heritage.

Below, Melissa shares some fun facts and anecdotes about herself. (Sign the petition to preserve our records at WestidianDiplomacy.com below)

What Island are you representing?

Trinidad and Guyana!

What are your interests/Hobbies?

I love spending time with my family and friends. I also love blogging about trademarks, West Indian history, Oil in Guyana, and Indian indentured servant ships.

Any Special aspects about yourself you’d like to share?

I have three children and I consider them my biggest blessings!

Any Specific achievements/Milestones in your career?

I consider it an achievement that I’m able to use my legal skills to help those of Caribbean descent in the diaspora. We can all relate to each other, and I think that it is important to work with someone who has an understanding of your community and culture.

Finally any fun facts about yourself?

I can spend all day and night blogging and building my websites. It is so much fun for me and a passion.

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