Atty. Melissa Cecil Lackey

Atty. Melissa Cecil Lackey

Melissa Cecil Lackey is a lawyer practicing business law, real estate law, corporate law. Melissa Cecil received a B.A. degree from College of William & Mary in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Washington Washington 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Melissa Cecil Lackey at a glance

Melissa Cecil Lackey is an U. S. Department of the Interior, Office of the Solicitor based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business and real estate. Admitted to practice in Texas (1981), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1982), District of Columbia (1987), and U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1988). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1981) and College of William & Mary (B.A., 1978). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Melissa Cecil Lackey is a lawyer practicing business law, real estate law, corporate law
  • Melissa Cecil received a B.A. degree from College of William & Mary in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Melissa Cecil practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa Cecil Lackey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Melissa Cecil Lackey 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melissa Cecil Lackey

Where is Melissa Cecil Lackey's law office located?
Melissa Cecil Lackey's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa Cecil Lackey handle?
Melissa Cecil Lackey focuses on business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Melissa Cecil Lackey practiced law?
Melissa Cecil Lackey has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Melissa Cecil Lackey go to law school?
Melissa Cecil Lackey earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Melissa Cecil Lackey for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1981
B.A.
College of William & Mary
- 1978

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1982
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1988

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