Atty. John Leonard Melanson

Atty. John Leonard Melanson

John Leonard Melanson is a lawyer practicing criminal law, social security disability, veterans benefits. John received a B.A. degree from Texas A & M University in 1984, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Cambridge Cambridge 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About John Leonard Melanson at a glance

John Leonard Melanson is a criminal defense, ssd, and military attorney based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1990), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1991), and U.S. Court of Veterans Appeals (1996). Educated at Western New England College (J.D., 1990) and Texas A & M University (B.A., 1984). Serands clients in Cambridge, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Leonard Melanson is a lawyer practicing criminal law, social security disability, veterans benefits
  • John received a B.A. degree from Texas A & M University in 1984, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • John practices in Cambridge, MA

Practice Areas Explained

John Leonard Melanson's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

John Leonard Melanson is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Massachusetts →

Military Law

Military attorneys for court-martial, discharge upgrades, veterans benefits, and military family matters.

John Leonard Melanson is one of 8,613 military attorneys indexed nationally. Browse military attorneys in Massachusetts →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Leonard Melanson

Where is John Leonard Melanson's law office located?
John Leonard Melanson's law practice is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Leonard Melanson handle?
John Leonard Melanson focuses on criminal defense, ssd, military. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has John Leonard Melanson practiced law?
John Leonard Melanson has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did John Leonard Melanson go to law school?
John Leonard Melanson earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact John Leonard Melanson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Western New England College
- 1990
B.A.
Texas A & M University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court of Veterans Appeals
Admitted: 1996

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