Atty. Melissa E. Flax

Atty. Melissa E. Flax

Member, Moot Court Board.

Roseland Roseland 34 Years Experience 34 year
Call (516) 973-7782

Profile Summary

About Melissa E. Flax at a glance

Melissa E. Flax is a Partner based in Roseland, New Jersey, practicing at Carella, Byrne, Cecchi, Olstein Brody & Agnello, P.C.. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1992), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1992), New York (1993), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1996). Educated at Loyola University Law School (J.D., 1992) and University of Michigan (A.B. American, 1989). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of New Jersey State, New York State and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar Association of the Federal Bar of New Jersey. Serves clients in Roseland, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa E. Flax's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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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 Roseland 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 venue, 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melissa E. Flax

Where is Melissa E. Flax's law office located?
Melissa E. Flax's law practice is located in Roseland, New Jersey. The firm is Carella, Byrne, Cecchi, Olstein Brody & Agnello, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa E. Flax handle?
Melissa E. Flax focuses on employment, business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Melissa E. Flax practiced law?
Melissa E. Flax has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Melissa E. Flax go to law school?
Melissa E. Flax earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (A.B. American, 1989).
How can I contact Melissa E. Flax for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Melissa E. Flax received?
Melissa E. Flax's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University Law School
- 1992
A.B. American
University of Michigan
- 1989

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1992
New York
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1996
Florida
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 2002
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2008
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 2008

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