Please sign in or create a free account to schedule a consultation.
Atty. Melissa A. Thomas

Atty. Melissa A. Thomas

Phi Beta Kappa. Phi Kappa Phi.

Champaign Champaign 32 yrs experience 32 year
Call (447) 895-0047 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Melissa A. Thomas at a glance

Melissa A. Thomas is an Of Counsel based in Champaign, Illinois, practicing at Thomas Mamer LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on estate planning. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1994). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 1994) and University of Illinois (B.S. Psychology, 1991). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Champaign County, Illinois State (Member, Corporation, Securities and Business Law Section Council, 2000-2003) and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Champaign, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Phi Beta Kappa
  • Phi Kappa Phi

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa A. Thomas's Areas of Practice

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

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. Thomas is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

Looking for additional Illinois attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Champaign or all attorneys in Illinois.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melissa A. Thomas

Where is Melissa A. Thomas's law office located?
Melissa A. Thomas's law practice is located in Champaign, Illinois. The firm is Thomas Mamer LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa A. Thomas handle?
Melissa A. Thomas focuses on estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Melissa A. Thomas practiced law?
Melissa A. Thomas has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Melissa A. Thomas go to law school?
Melissa A. Thomas earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S. Psychology, 1991).
How can I contact Melissa A. Thomas for a consultation?
You can contact Melissa A. Thomas 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. Thomas received?
Melissa A. Thomas's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois College of Law
- 1994
B.S. Psychology
University of Illinois
- 1991

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1994

Reviews

4.5
1 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.