Atty. Melissa J. Smallacombe

Atty. Melissa J. Smallacombe

Melissa J. Smallacombe practices at Burke, Scolamiero & Hurd, LLP Read Full Bio

Albany Albany 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Melissa J. Smallacombe is a Partner based in Albany, New York, practicing at Burke, Scolamiero & Hurd, LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, insurance, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (1985) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1985). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1984) and State University of New York at New Paltz (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Albany County and American Bar Associations New York State Trial Lawyer's Association New York Woman's Bar Association New York Civil Liberties Union The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Melissa J. Smallacombe practices at Burke, Scolamiero & Hurd, LLP Read Full Bio

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa J. Smallacombe's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melissa J. Smallacombe

Where is Melissa J. Smallacombe's law office located?
Melissa J. Smallacombe's law practice is located in Albany, New York. The firm is Burke, Scolamiero & Hurd, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa J. Smallacombe handle?
Melissa J. Smallacombe focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, insurance, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Melissa J. Smallacombe practiced law?
Melissa J. Smallacombe has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Melissa J. Smallacombe go to law school?
Melissa J. Smallacombe earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Melissa J. Smallacombe for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Melissa J. Smallacombe received?
Melissa J. Smallacombe's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 1984
B.A.
State University of New York at New Paltz
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1985

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