Atty. Melanie Given May
Hon. Melanie Given May is a lawyer practicing general practice.
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About Melanie Given May at a glance
Melanie Given May is a Ct. App. J. based in West Palm Beach, Florida. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Florida (1981), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1981), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth and Eleventh Circui (1982). Educated at Nova Law Center (J.D., 1981) and Broward Community College (A.A. Florida, 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in West Palm Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Hon. Melanie Given May is a lawyer practicing general practice
- Melanie received a A.A. degree from Broward Community College in 1971, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Melanie practices in West Palm Beach, FL
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Why local counsel matters in Florida
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in West Palm Beach are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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