Atty. Melissa Sanderleaf

Atty. Melissa Sanderleaf

Melissa Sanderleaf is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, construction, environmental and 3 other areas of law. Melissa received a Cum Laude degree from Fordham University, and has been licensed for 15 years.

Uniondale Uniondale 15 yrs experience 15 year
Call (516) 324-3183 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Melissa Sanderleaf at a glance

Melissa Sanderleaf is an Associate based in Uniondale, New York, practicing at Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C.. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, litigation, environmental, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New York (2011). Educated at St. John's University School of Law (J.D., 2010) and Fordham University Cum Laude (—). Serands clients in Uniondale, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Melissa Sanderleaf is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, construction, environmental and 3 other areas of law
  • Melissa received a Cum Laude degree from Fordham University, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • Melissa practices at Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C. in Uniondale, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa Sanderleaf's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Melissa Sanderleaf handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Uniondale are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melissa Sanderleaf

Where is Melissa Sanderleaf's law office located?
Melissa Sanderleaf's law practice is located in Uniondale, New York. The firm is Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa Sanderleaf handle?
Melissa Sanderleaf focuses on business, real estate, litigation, environmental, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Melissa Sanderleaf practiced law?
Melissa Sanderleaf has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Melissa Sanderleaf go to law school?
Melissa Sanderleaf earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (—).
How can I contact Melissa Sanderleaf for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
St. John's University School of Law
- 2010
Fordham University Cum Laude
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2011

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