Atty. Melissa Ann Donovan

Atty. Melissa Ann Donovan

Ms. Melissa Ann Donovan is a lawyer practicing elder law, social security law, wills-trusts-probate and 3 other areas of law.

Austin Austin 16 yrs experience 16 year
Call (737) 703-1800 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Melissa Ann Donovan at a glance

Melissa Ann Donovan is an Attorney based in Austin, Texas, practicing at The Wiewel Law Firm. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, ssd, and poa. Admitted to practice in Texas (2010) and Maine (2025). Educated at New England School Of Law (J.D., 2009). Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Melissa Ann Donovan is a lawyer practicing elder law, social security law, wills-trusts-probate and 3 other areas of law
  • Melissa has been licensed for 16 years
  • Melissa practices at The Wiewel Law Firm in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa Ann Donovan's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Melissa Ann Donovan is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Texas →

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 Ann Donovan is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Texas →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Melissa Ann Donovan is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Texas →

Power of Attorney

Melissa Ann Donovan is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Texas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melissa Ann Donovan

Where is Melissa Ann Donovan's law office located?
Melissa Ann Donovan's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is The Wiewel Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa Ann Donovan handle?
Melissa Ann Donovan focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, ssd, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Melissa Ann Donovan practiced law?
Melissa Ann Donovan has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Melissa Ann Donovan go to law school?
Melissa Ann Donovan earned their education at (J.D., 2009).
How can I contact Melissa Ann Donovan for a consultation?
You can contact Melissa Ann Donovan 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.

Education

J.D.
New England School Of Law
- 2009

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2010
Maine
Admitted: 2025

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