Atty. Melissa C. Johnson
Melissa C. Johnson is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, bankruptcy law.
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Melissa C. Johnson is a personal injury and bankruptcy attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1977), District of Columbia (1977), and Maryland (1984). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1976) and George Washington University (B.A., 1972). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Melissa C. Johnson is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, bankruptcy law
- Melissa received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Melissa practices in Washington, DC
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Melissa C. Johnson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in District of Columbia →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Melissa C. Johnson is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in District of Columbia →
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Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia
Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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