Atty. Melissa D Lopez

Atty. Melissa D Lopez

Melissa D Lopez is a lawyer practicing general practice. Melissa received a B.A. degree from Georgian Court University in 2003, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Jersey City Jersey City 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About Melissa D Lopez at a glance

Melissa D Lopez is an Associate based in Jersey City, New Jersey, practicing at Connell Foley LLP. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2008). Educated at Seton Hall University School of Law (J.D., 2007) and Georgian Court University (B.A., 2003). Active member of New Jersey State Bar Association. Serands clients in Jersey City, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Melissa D Lopez is a lawyer practicing general practice
  • Melissa received a B.A. degree from Georgian Court University in 2003, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Melissa practices at Connell Foley LLP in Jersey City, NJ and 1 other location

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

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

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Where is Melissa D Lopez's law office located?
Melissa D Lopez's law practice is located in Jersey City, New Jersey. The firm is Connell Foley LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Melissa D Lopez practiced law?
Melissa D Lopez has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Melissa D Lopez go to law school?
Melissa D Lopez earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A., 2003).
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Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University School of Law
- 2007
B.A.
Georgian Court University
- 2003

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 2008

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