Atty. Melissa Eileen Adams

Atty. Melissa Eileen Adams

Melissa Eileen Adams is a lawyer practicing assault and battery, burglary, capital offenses and 15 other areas of law. Melissa received a B.A. degree from State University of New York College at Geneseo in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years.

Livermore Livermore 21 yrs experience 21 year
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About Melissa Eileen Adams at a glance

Melissa Eileen Adams is an Associate based in Livermore, California, practicing at Law Offices Of Timothy B Rien. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, theft, traffic, and expungement. Admitted to practice in California (2005) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (2005). Educated at New England School of Law (J.D., 2005) and State University of New York College at Geneseo (B.A. English, 2002). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Alameda County and American (Member, Criminal Law Section) Bar Associations State Bar of California (Member, Criminal Law Section) Court Appointed Attorneys Program National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers California Public Defender's Association. Serands clients in Livermore, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Melissa Eileen Adams is a lawyer practicing assault and battery, burglary, capital offenses and 15 other areas of law
  • Melissa received a B.A. degree from State University of New York College at Geneseo in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Melissa practices at Law Offices of Timothy B. Rien in Livermore, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa Eileen Adams's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Theft & Property Crimes

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Traffic Violations

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Expungement & Sealing

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melissa Eileen Adams

Where is Melissa Eileen Adams's law office located?
Melissa Eileen Adams's law practice is located in Livermore, California. The firm is Law Offices Of Timothy B Rien. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa Eileen Adams handle?
Melissa Eileen Adams focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, theft, traffic, expungement. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Melissa Eileen Adams practiced law?
Melissa Eileen Adams has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Melissa Eileen Adams go to law school?
Melissa Eileen Adams earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A. English, 2002).
How can I contact Melissa Eileen Adams for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Melissa Eileen Adams received?
Melissa Eileen Adams's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
New England School of Law
- 2005
B.A. English
State University of New York College at Geneseo
- 2002

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2005
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 2005

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