Atty. Melissa Jane Keppel

Atty. Melissa Jane Keppel

Ms. Melissa Jane Keppel is a lawyer practicing litigation.

Washington Washington 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Melissa Jane Keppel is an U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2001) and District of Columbia (2002). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 2001) and James Madison University (B.A., 1992). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ms. Melissa Jane Keppel is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • Melissa received a B.A. degree from James Madison University in 1992, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Melissa practices in Washington, DC

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Melissa Jane Keppel's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Jane Keppel's law office located?
Melissa Jane Keppel's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Melissa Jane Keppel focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Melissa Jane Keppel practiced law?
Melissa Jane Keppel has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Melissa Jane Keppel go to law school?
Melissa Jane Keppel earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1992).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 2001
B.A.
James Madison University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2001
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2002

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