Atty. Melissa Dooley Johnson

Atty. Melissa Dooley Johnson

Melissa Dooley Johnson is a lawyer practicing estate planning, taxation, probate and 1 other area of law. Melissa received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1999, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Reno Reno 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Melissa Dooley Johnson at a glance

Melissa Dooley Johnson is an Associate based in Reno, Nevada. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Nevada (2004). Educated at Willamette University College of Law (J.D. New, 2004) and Cornell University (B.S. Willamette, 1999). Active member of Washoe County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Nevada. Serands clients in Reno, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Melissa Dooley Johnson is a lawyer practicing estate planning, taxation, probate and 1 other area of law
  • Melissa received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1999, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Melissa practices in Reno, NV

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa Dooley Johnson's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Nevada

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melissa Dooley Johnson

Where is Melissa Dooley Johnson's law office located?
Melissa Dooley Johnson's law practice is located in Reno, Nevada. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa Dooley Johnson handle?
Melissa Dooley Johnson focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
How long has Melissa Dooley Johnson practiced law?
Melissa Dooley Johnson has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Melissa Dooley Johnson go to law school?
Melissa Dooley Johnson earned their education at (J.D. New, 2004); (B.S. Willamette, 1999).
How can I contact Melissa Dooley Johnson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. New
Willamette University College of Law
- 2004
B.S. Willamette
Cornell University
- 1999

Bar Admissions

Nevada
Admitted: 2004

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