Atty. Melissa Nunes

Atty. Melissa Nunes

Melissa Nunes is a lawyer practicing criminal. Melissa has been licensed for 13 years.

Ellensburg Ellensburg 13 yrs experience 13 year
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Melissa Nunes is a criminal defense attorney based in Ellensburg, Washington. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (2013) and Washington (2015). Educated at Seattle University School of Law (JD, 2013). Serands clients in Ellensburg, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Melissa Nunes is a lawyer practicing criminal
  • Melissa has been licensed for 13 years
  • Melissa practices in Ellensburg, WA

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Melissa Nunes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Melissa Nunes 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 Washington

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

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Where is Melissa Nunes's law office located?
Melissa Nunes's law practice is located in Ellensburg, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa Nunes handle?
Melissa Nunes focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Melissa Nunes practiced law?
Melissa Nunes has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did Melissa Nunes go to law school?
Melissa Nunes earned their education at (JD, 2013).
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Practice Areas

Education

JD
Seattle University School of Law
- 2013

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 2013
Washington
Admitted: 2015

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