Atty. Melissa Johnson Luce

Atty. Melissa Johnson Luce

Melissa Johnson Luce is a lawyer practicing trust, probate, estate litigation. Melissa received a degree from Faculty of Law, Salzburg University, Austria in 1985, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Woodside Woodside 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Melissa Johnson Luce at a glance

Melissa Johnson Luce is a trusts, probate, and estate litigation attorney based in Woodside, California. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in California (1987) and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Northern and Southern Districts of California (1988). Educated at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 1986) and Faculty of Law, Salzburg University, Austria (Certificate, 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Woodside, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Melissa Johnson Luce is a lawyer practicing trust, probate, estate litigation
  • Melissa received a degree from Faculty of Law, Salzburg University, Austria in 1985, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Melissa practices in Woodside, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa Johnson Luce's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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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 Woodside 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 Johnson Luce

Where is Melissa Johnson Luce's law office located?
Melissa Johnson Luce's law practice is located in Woodside, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa Johnson Luce handle?
Melissa Johnson Luce focuses on trusts, probate, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Melissa Johnson Luce practiced law?
Melissa Johnson Luce has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Melissa Johnson Luce go to law school?
Melissa Johnson Luce earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (Certificate, 1985).
How can I contact Melissa Johnson Luce for a consultation?
You can contact Melissa Johnson Luce directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Melissa Johnson Luce received?
Melissa Johnson Luce's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
- 1986
Certificate
Faculty of Law, Salzburg University, Austria
- 1985

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Northern and Southern Districts of California
Admitted: 1988

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