Atty. Melissa A. Shaw

Atty. Melissa A. Shaw

Melissa A. Shaw is a lawyer practicing intellectual property.

Seattle Seattle 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Melissa A. Shaw at a glance

Melissa A. Shaw is a Sr. Coun. based in Seattle, Washington. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on ip. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1993) and Washington (2000). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1993) and University of Illinois (B.S.B.A., 1985). Provides legal services in German. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Melissa A. Shaw is a lawyer practicing intellectual property
  • Melissa A. received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1985, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Melissa A. practices in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa A. Shaw's Areas of Practice

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

Intellectual Property

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melissa A. Shaw

Where is Melissa A. Shaw's law office located?
Melissa A. Shaw's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa A. Shaw handle?
Melissa A. Shaw focuses on ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Melissa A. Shaw practiced law?
Melissa A. Shaw has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
What languages does Melissa A. Shaw speak?
Melissa A. Shaw provides legal services in German. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Melissa A. Shaw go to law school?
Melissa A. Shaw earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S.B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Melissa A. Shaw for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1993
B.S.B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1985

Languages

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1993
Washington
Admitted: 2000

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