Melissa S. LaRocco attended Manchester College where she graduated with a B.A. in Communication and Political Science, St. Mary’s University School of Law and Ohio Northern University College of Law where she graduated with a J.D.; she received her Ohio Bar Certification in November 2005. Ms. LaRocco became the Director for Private Attorney and Law Student Involvement for Legal Aid of Western Ohio, Inc. in September of 2013, where she develops and implements programs and activities specifically designed to involve attorneys based in rural counties in pro bono services and activities. Ms. LaRocco also participates in large amounts of community outreach and education.