Atty. Melissa A. Cilley

Atty. Melissa A. Cilley

Melissa A. Cilley is a lawyer.

Portsmouth Portsmouth 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Melissa A. Cilley is an attorney based in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1993). Educated at University of Kansas School of Law (J.D., 1992) and University of Kansas (B.A., 1984). Serands clients in Portsmouth, NH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Melissa A. Cilley is a lawyer
  • Melissa A. received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1984, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Melissa A. practices in Portsmouth, NH

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Hampshire

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

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Where is Melissa A. Cilley's law office located?
Melissa A. Cilley's law practice is located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Melissa A. Cilley practiced law?
Melissa A. Cilley has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Melissa A. Cilley go to law school?
Melissa A. Cilley earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1984).
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Education

J.D.
University of Kansas School of Law
- 1992
B.A.
University of Kansas
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1993

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