Atty. Melissa Gainor

Atty. Melissa Gainor

Ms. Melissa Gainor is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation.

Washington Washington 22 yrs experience 22 year
Call (771) 209-4416 Book Appointment

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About Melissa Gainor at a glance

Melissa Gainor is an Attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Kirkland Ellis Llp. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on formation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (2004) and District of Columbia (2008). Educated at Boston University School of Law (J.D., 2004) and Boston College (B.A. Political, 1999). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Melissa Gainor is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation
  • Melissa received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1999, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Melissa practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Washington, DC

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Melissa Gainor's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Where is Melissa Gainor's law office located?
Melissa Gainor's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Kirkland Ellis Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa Gainor handle?
Melissa Gainor focuses on formation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Melissa Gainor practiced law?
Melissa Gainor has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Melissa Gainor go to law school?
Melissa Gainor earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.A. Political, 1999).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Boston University School of Law
- 2004
B.A. Political
Boston College
- 1999

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 2004
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2008

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