Atty. Melissa L Rhoads

Atty. Melissa L Rhoads

Melissa L Rhoads is a lawyer practicing litigation, corporate & incorporation, personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Melissa has been licensed for 20 years.

Wilmington Wilmington 20 yrs experience 20 year
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About Melissa L Rhoads at a glance

Melissa L Rhoads is an Attorney based in Wilmington, Delaware, practicing at Tighe & Cottrell, P.A.. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on formation, personal injury, estate planning, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Delaware (2006) and Maryland (2013). Educated at Syracuse University College of Law (JD, 2006). Serands clients in Wilmington, DE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Melissa L Rhoads is a lawyer practicing litigation, corporate & incorporation, personal injury and 3 other areas of law
  • Melissa has been licensed for 20 years
  • Melissa practices at Tighe & Cottrell, P.A. in Wilmington, DE

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa L Rhoads's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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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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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Product Liability

Melissa L Rhoads is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Delaware →

Civil Litigation

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

Melissa L Rhoads is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Delaware →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Delaware

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melissa L Rhoads

Where is Melissa L Rhoads's law office located?
Melissa L Rhoads's law practice is located in Wilmington, Delaware. The firm is Tighe & Cottrell, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa L Rhoads handle?
Melissa L Rhoads focuses on formation, personal injury, estate planning, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Delaware.
How long has Melissa L Rhoads practiced law?
Melissa L Rhoads has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Melissa L Rhoads go to law school?
Melissa L Rhoads earned their education at (JD, 2006).
How can I contact Melissa L Rhoads for a consultation?
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Education

JD
Syracuse University College of Law
- 2006

Bar Admissions

Delaware
Admitted: 2006
Maryland
Admitted: 2013

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