Atty. Melissa M. Thom

Atty. Melissa M. Thom

Melissa M. Thom is an associate attorney with the Civil Litigation and Labor Departments of Mastagni Holstedt, A.P.C.

Sacramento Sacramento 29 yrs experience 29 year
Call (840) 256-4364 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Melissa M. Thom at a glance

Melissa M. Thom is a Senior Associate based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Mastagni Holstedt, APC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on personal injury and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1997) and Central and Southern United States District Courts of California (1997). Educated at Western State University, College of Law (J.D., 1996) and California State University, Fullerton (B.A., 1992). Serands clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Melissa M. Thom is an associate attorney with the Civil Litigation and Labor Departments of Mastagni Holstedt, A.P.C
  • Her practice areas include various civil litigation matters, including employment disputes such as harassment and discrimination, wage and hour claims, and personal injury matters
  • She also represents public sector employees in administrative investigations, disciplinary matters, grievances, and critical incidents on behalf of PORAC Legal Defense Fund and various other state and local labor associations
  • Before joining Mastagni Hostedt, Melissa gained 20+ years experience handling civil litigation cases from inception through trial, including personal injury, contract disputes and labor and employment matters wherein she represented both plaintiffs and defendants

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa M. Thom's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Melissa M. Thom 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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Civil 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 Sacramento 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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Where is Melissa M. Thom's law office located?
Melissa M. Thom's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. The firm is Mastagni Holstedt, APC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa M. Thom handle?
Melissa M. Thom focuses on personal injury, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Melissa M. Thom practiced law?
Melissa M. Thom has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Melissa M. Thom go to law school?
Melissa M. Thom earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Melissa M. Thom for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Western State University, College of Law
- 1996
B.A.
California State University, Fullerton
- 1992

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1997
Central and Southern United States District Courts of California
Admitted: 1997

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