Atty. Melinda Douglas

Atty. Melinda Douglas

Melinda Douglas is a lawyer practicing litigation. Melinda received a B.A. degree from Emmanuel College in 1972, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Alexandria Alexandria 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Melinda Douglas at a glance

Melinda Douglas is a litigation attorney based in Alexandria, Virginia. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1982), District of Columbia (1982), Virginia (1983), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia and U.S. District Court for the District of Columb (1983). Educated at Antioch School of Law (J.D., 1981) and Emmanuel College (B.A., 1972). Serands clients in Alexandria, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Melinda Douglas is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • Melinda received a B.A. degree from Emmanuel College in 1972, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Melinda practices in Alexandria, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Melinda Douglas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Melinda Douglas 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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Where is Melinda Douglas's law office located?
Melinda Douglas's law practice is located in Alexandria, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melinda Douglas handle?
Melinda Douglas focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Melinda Douglas practiced law?
Melinda Douglas has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Melinda Douglas go to law school?
Melinda Douglas earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1972).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Antioch School of Law
- 1981
B.A.
Emmanuel College
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1982
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1982
Virginia
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia and U.S. District Court for the District of Columb
Admitted: 1983

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