Atty. Melissa Addison Bakewell

Atty. Melissa Addison Bakewell

Melissa Addison Bakewell is a lawyer practicing litigation, business. Melissa received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Melissa Addison Bakewell at a glance

Melissa Addison Bakewell is a business and litigation attorney based in Los Angeles, California. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Admitted to practice in California (2003) and U. S. District Court, Central District of California (2004). Educated at Stanford University Law School (J.D., 2003) and Stanford University (B.A., 2000). Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Melissa Addison Bakewell is a lawyer practicing litigation, business
  • Melissa received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Melissa practices in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa Addison Bakewell's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Melissa Addison Bakewell's law office located?
Melissa Addison Bakewell's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa Addison Bakewell handle?
Melissa Addison Bakewell focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Melissa Addison Bakewell practiced law?
Melissa Addison Bakewell has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Melissa Addison Bakewell go to law school?
Melissa Addison Bakewell earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 2000).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Stanford University Law School
- 2003
B.A.
Stanford University
- 2000

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2003
U. S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 2004

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