Atty. Melissa Sampson McMorrow

Atty. Melissa Sampson McMorrow

Melissa Sampson McMorrow is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Nonprofit / Charities Law and Tax Law. Melissa Sampson, who practices law in Boston, Massachusetts, has been recognized since 2013.

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About Melissa Sampson McMorrow at a glance

Melissa Sampson McMorrow is a tax attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (2001). Educated at University of California Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 2000) and Miami University (BA, 1993). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026), and Lawyer of the Year — Nonprofit / Charities Law (Boston) (2024). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Melissa Sampson McMorrow is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Nonprofit / Charities Law and Tax Law
  • Melissa Sampson, who practices law in Boston, Massachusetts, has been recognized since 2013
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Melissa Sampson is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa Sampson McMorrow's Areas of Practice

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

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melissa Sampson McMorrow

Where is Melissa Sampson McMorrow's law office located?
Melissa Sampson McMorrow's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa Sampson McMorrow handle?
Melissa Sampson McMorrow focuses on tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Melissa Sampson McMorrow practiced law?
Melissa Sampson McMorrow has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Melissa Sampson McMorrow go to law school?
Melissa Sampson McMorrow earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (BA, 1993).
How can I contact Melissa Sampson McMorrow for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Melissa Sampson McMorrow received?
Melissa Sampson McMorrow's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law; Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Lawyer of the Year — Nonprofit / Charities Law (Boston); Lawyer of the Year — Nonprofit / Charities Law (Boston).

Education

J.D.
University of California Hastings College of the Law
- 2000
BA
Miami University
- 1993

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Nonprofit / Charities Law (Boston)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Nonprofit / Charities Law (Boston)
- 2022

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 2001

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