Atty. Melissa A. Hancock

Atty. Melissa A. Hancock

Melissa A. Hancock is a lawyer practicing business law, mergers, acquisitions, contracts, nonprofit law and 2 other areas of law.

Davenport Davenport 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About Melissa A. Hancock at a glance

Melissa A. Hancock is a Partner based in Davenport, Iowa, practicing at Schnell & Hancock, P.C.. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Iowa (2002), U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa (2002), Wisconsin (2003), and Illinois (2005). Educated at University of Iowa College of Law (J.D., 2002) and Loras College (B.A. Political, 1998). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Davenport, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Melissa A. Hancock is a lawyer practicing business law, mergers, acquisitions, contracts, nonprofit law and 2 other areas of law
  • Melissa A. received a B.A. degree from Loras College in 1998, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Melissa A. practices at Schnell & Hancock, P.C. in Davenport, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa A. Hancock's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Melissa A. Hancock handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Melissa A. Hancock is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Iowa →

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Melissa A. Hancock is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Iowa →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Melissa A. Hancock is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Melissa A. Hancock is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Iowa →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melissa A. Hancock

Where is Melissa A. Hancock's law office located?
Melissa A. Hancock's law practice is located in Davenport, Iowa. The firm is Schnell & Hancock, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa A. Hancock handle?
Melissa A. Hancock focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Melissa A. Hancock practiced law?
Melissa A. Hancock has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Melissa A. Hancock go to law school?
Melissa A. Hancock earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A. Political, 1998).
How can I contact Melissa A. Hancock for a consultation?
You can contact Melissa A. Hancock directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Melissa A. Hancock received?
Melissa A. Hancock's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa College of Law
- 2002
B.A. Political
Loras College
- 1998

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa
Admitted: 2002
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2003
Illinois
Admitted: 2005

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