Atty. Melissa Kahn Johnson

Atty. Melissa Kahn Johnson

Melissa Kahn Johnson is a lawyer practicing criminal defense. Melissa has been licensed for 23 years.

Albany Albany 23 yrs experience 23 year
Call (518) 971-8588 Book Appointment

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Melissa Kahn Johnson is a criminal defense attorney based in Albany, New York. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Admitted to practice in New York (2003). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (JD, 2002). Serands clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Melissa Kahn Johnson is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • Melissa has been licensed for 23 years
  • Melissa practices in Albany, NY

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Melissa Kahn Johnson's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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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Where is Melissa Kahn Johnson's law office located?
Melissa Kahn Johnson's law practice is located in Albany, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Melissa Kahn Johnson focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Melissa Kahn Johnson practiced law?
Melissa Kahn Johnson has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Melissa Kahn Johnson go to law school?
Melissa Kahn Johnson earned their education at (JD, 2002).
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Practice Areas

Education

JD
Albany Law School of Union University
- 2002

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2003

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