Atty. Melissa Raphan

Atty. Melissa Raphan

Melissa Raphan is a lawyer practicing class action, securities litigation and enforcement, labor and employment. Melissa received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Melissa Raphan at a glance

Melissa Raphan is a Partner based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Dorsey & Whitney LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment, class action, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1987) and Massachusetts U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota U.S. Court of Appeals, Eigtht Circuit U.S. (1987). Educated at Boston College Law School (J.D., 1987) and Duke University (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Melissa Raphan is a lawyer practicing class action, securities litigation and enforcement, labor and employment
  • Melissa received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Melissa practices at Dorsey & Whitney LLP in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa Raphan's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melissa Raphan

Where is Melissa Raphan's law office located?
Melissa Raphan's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Dorsey & Whitney LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa Raphan handle?
Melissa Raphan focuses on employment, class action, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Melissa Raphan practiced law?
Melissa Raphan has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Melissa Raphan go to law school?
Melissa Raphan earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Melissa Raphan for a consultation?
You can contact Melissa Raphan 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.
What awards or recognition has Melissa Raphan received?
Melissa Raphan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston College Law School
- 1987
B.A.
Duke University
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1987
Massachusetts U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota U.S. Court of Appeals, Eigtht Circuit U.S.
Admitted: 1987

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