Diana Dawn Maselli is a distinguished attorney with a solid educational foundation and a wealth of experience in the legal field. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Legal Studies Magna Cum Laude from Florida Gulf Coast University in 2009. Throughout her four years at FGCU, Dawn consistently earned a place on the Dean's and President's List for seven semesters, a testament to her unwavering commitment to academic excellence.
During her time at FGCU, Dawn was an active member of Phi Eta Sigma, a prestigious organization that recognizes high scholastic achievement, from 2005 to 2009. She also demonstrated her dedication to the legal profession as a member of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity from 2007 to 2009. Her impressive record extends to her involvement in the Golden Key International Honor Society, where she was acknowledged for her leadership, service, and outstanding academics. Additionally, Dawn showcased her leadership skills as the president and captain of the competitive and performing FGCU dance team.
In 2012, Dawn earned her law degree from Ave Maria School of Law in Naples, Florida. Her commitment to legal excellence continued as she actively participated in the Ave Maria Women's Law Association from 2009 to 2012, holding a respected officer's position within the association from 2011 to 2012.
Dawn's legal journey began early when she joined Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner, Attorneys for the Injured, while attending FGCU in 2007. She maintained her dedication to the firm throughout law school, gaining valuable experience in trial advocacy. Dawn not only prepared for but also attended multiple trials under the guidance of Bruce L. Scheiner and Preston Scheiner, further honing her legal skills.
Dawn was born in Sarasota, Florida, and raised in Venice, Florida. She graduated from Venice High School in 2005 and cherishes spending quality time with her family and friends.
Dawn's commitment to her community and the legal profession is evident through her extensive club involvement, including serving as president of Lee County Association of Women Lawyers (LCAWL) from 2017-2018, as well as Vice-Chair from 2016-2017, Treasurer from 2014-2016, and Judicial Reception Chair from 2015-2018. She also was Secretary of Lee County Injury Prevention Coalition from 2015-2018 and Gala Planning Committee Member for FAWL in 2019.
She has volunteered for various organizations, such as the Lee County Coalition for a Drug-Free Southwest Florida and Mothers Against Drunk Driving Southwest Florida.
Since being admitted to practice in Florida in 2012 and the Middle District of Florida in 2016, Dawn's dedication to her profession has earned her numerous recognitions and memberships, including a top 40 Under 40 recognition from The National Trial Lawyers. She was Florida Bar Leadership Academy Fellow from 2019-2020, a board member of the Southwest Florida Federal Court Bar Association, Southwest Florida Trial Lawyers Association, the Lee County Bar Association: Young Lawyers Division. She has served as a member of the #KindLee committee and the American Association of Justice, the Florida Justice Association, the Lee County Bar Association and the Calusa Inn of Court.
Additional accolades include serving as co-chair of the Tort Litigation Section of the Lee County Bar Association, and member of the Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee and the Statewide Advertising and Solicitation Grievance Committee.
Diana Dawn Maselli's dedication, extensive experience, and active involvement in the legal community make her a highly respected and accomplished attorney, ready to serve her clients with professionalism and expertise.
