Atty. Debra Lea Mellinkoff

Atty. Debra Lea Mellinkoff

Debra Lea Mellinkoff is a lawyer practicing arbitration, international law, litigation and 1 other area of law. Debra received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Cruz in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Sausalito Sausalito 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Debra Lea Mellinkoff at a glance

Debra Lea Mellinkoff is a Member based in Sausalito, California, practicing at Mellinkoff Mediation. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on litigation, adr, and international. Admitted to practice in New York (1982), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1982), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1982), and California (1988). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1981) and University of California at Santa Cruz (B.A., 1976). Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco State Bar of California New York State and American (Member, Sections on Business and Litigation) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Sausalito, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Debra Lea Mellinkoff is a lawyer practicing arbitration, international law, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Debra received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Cruz in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Debra practices at Mellinkoff Mediation in Sausalito, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Debra Lea Mellinkoff's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Sausalito are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Debra Lea Mellinkoff

Where is Debra Lea Mellinkoff's law office located?
Debra Lea Mellinkoff's law practice is located in Sausalito, California. The firm is Mellinkoff Mediation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Debra Lea Mellinkoff handle?
Debra Lea Mellinkoff focuses on litigation, adr, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Debra Lea Mellinkoff practiced law?
Debra Lea Mellinkoff has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Debra Lea Mellinkoff go to law school?
Debra Lea Mellinkoff earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Debra Lea Mellinkoff for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1981
B.A.
University of California at Santa Cruz
- 1976

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1982
California
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Northern and Eastern Districts of California
Admitted: 1988

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