Atty. Melissa Ellen Kent
Melissa Ellen Kent is a lawyer practicing family. Melissa received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles, in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years.
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Melissa Ellen Kent is a family law attorney based in Encino, California. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in California (1990) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1990). Educated at University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 1990) and University of California at Los Angeles, (B.A. Psychology, 1986). Serands clients in Encino, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Melissa Ellen Kent is a lawyer practicing family
- Melissa received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles, in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Melissa practices in Encino, CA
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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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 Encino 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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