Atty. Melissa A. Doris

Atty. Melissa A. Doris

Melissa A. Doris is a lawyer practicing real estate, criminal law.

Quincy Quincy 29 yrs experience 29 year
Call (617) 482-8100 Book Appointment

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About Melissa A. Doris at a glance

Melissa A. Doris is a Boston Employ. Comm. based in Quincy, Massachusetts. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and real estate. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1997). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1997) and Boston University (B.A., 1993). Serands clients in Quincy, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Melissa A. Doris is a lawyer practicing real estate, criminal law
  • Melissa received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Melissa practices in Quincy, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa A. Doris's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Melissa A. Doris 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 Quincy 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 Melissa A. Doris

Where is Melissa A. Doris's law office located?
Melissa A. Doris's law practice is located in Quincy, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa A. Doris handle?
Melissa A. Doris focuses on criminal defense, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Melissa A. Doris practiced law?
Melissa A. Doris has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Melissa A. Doris go to law school?
Melissa A. Doris earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Melissa A. Doris for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Boston University
- 1997
B.A.
Boston University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1997

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