Atty. Melissa Rae Lanier

Atty. Melissa Rae Lanier

Ms. Melissa Rae Lanier is a lawyer practicing debt collections, debtor's rights, deceptive trade practices and 6 other areas of law.

Humble Humble 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About Melissa Rae Lanier at a glance

Melissa Rae Lanier is a Partner based in Humble, Texas, practicing at Elizabeth S. Pagel, PLLC. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Texas (2006), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas (2007), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (2007). Educated at Thurgood Marshall School of Law (J.D., 2006) and University of Houston Clearlake (B.S., 2001). Serands clients in Humble, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Melissa Rae Lanier is a lawyer practicing debt collections, debtor's rights, deceptive trade practices and 6 other areas of law
  • Melissa received a B.S. degree from University of Houston Clearlake in 2001, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Melissa practices at Elizabeth S. Pagel, PLLC in Humble, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa Rae Lanier's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Family Law

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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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melissa Rae Lanier

Where is Melissa Rae Lanier's law office located?
Melissa Rae Lanier's law practice is located in Humble, Texas. The firm is Elizabeth S. Pagel, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa Rae Lanier handle?
Melissa Rae Lanier focuses on trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Melissa Rae Lanier practiced law?
Melissa Rae Lanier has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Melissa Rae Lanier go to law school?
Melissa Rae Lanier earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.S., 2001).
How can I contact Melissa Rae Lanier for a consultation?
You can contact Melissa Rae Lanier 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.

Education

J.D.
Thurgood Marshall School of Law
- 2006
B.S.
University of Houston Clearlake
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2006
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 2007
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 2007

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