Marissa earned her Juris Doctor Degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law where she graduated Cum Laude, received the Blue & Gold Dean's Scholarship, and was awarded the Taintor Memorial Award for receiving the highest grade in the Conflict of Laws Course. During law school, Marissa was a Senior Research Editor for the University of Pittsburgh Law Review and participated in the Elder Law Clinic where she assisted low-income clients with their estate planning matters. Marissa also holds a Certificate in Mediation Training.

Prior to law school, Marissa graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Neuroscience and a minor in Chemistry.

Marissa worked with Notaro Epstein Family Law Group for over a year and a half as a Law Clerk prior to passing the Bar Exam. Marissa is eager to continue assisting clients in their family law matters as an Associate Attorney.