Atty. Melanie K Sharp

Atty. Melanie K Sharp

Melanie K Sharp is a lawyer practicing commercial, commercial litigation, intellectual property litigation. Melanie received a B.A. degree from University of Delaware, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Wilmington Wilmington 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Melanie K Sharp at a glance

Melanie K Sharp is a Partner based in Wilmington, Delaware, practicing at Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor, LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Delaware U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware U.S. District Court for the District of Ma (1986). Educated at Temple University Beasley School of Law J.D. (—) and University of Delaware B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Wilmington, DE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Melanie K Sharp is a lawyer practicing commercial, commercial litigation, intellectual property litigation
  • Melanie received a B.A. degree from University of Delaware, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Melanie practices at Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor, LLP in Wilmington, DE

Practice Areas Explained

Melanie K Sharp's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Melanie K Sharp 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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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Melanie K Sharp is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Delaware →

Civil Litigation

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

Melanie K Sharp is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Delaware →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Delaware

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melanie K Sharp

Where is Melanie K Sharp's law office located?
Melanie K Sharp's law practice is located in Wilmington, Delaware. The firm is Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melanie K Sharp handle?
Melanie K Sharp focuses on business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Delaware.
How long has Melanie K Sharp practiced law?
Melanie K Sharp has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Melanie K Sharp go to law school?
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How can I contact Melanie K Sharp for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Melanie K Sharp received?
Melanie K Sharp's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

Temple University Beasley School of Law J.D.
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University of Delaware B.A.
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Delaware U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware U.S. District Court for the District of Ma
Admitted: 1986

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