Atty. Melissa Shawn

Atty. Melissa Shawn

Melissa Shawn is a lawyer practicing estate planning, general practice, wills and 2 other areas of law. Melissa received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Monticello Monticello 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Melissa Shawn at a glance

Melissa Shawn is a Member based in Monticello, New York, practicing at Shawn Law Offices. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Florida (2001) and District of Columbia (2014). Educated at Nova Southeastern University (J.D., 2001) and Cornell University (B.A., 1997). Serands clients in Monticello, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Melissa Shawn is a lawyer practicing estate planning, general practice, wills and 2 other areas of law
  • Melissa received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Melissa practices at Shawn Law Offices in Monticello, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa Shawn's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Trusts

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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.

Melissa Shawn is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New York →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melissa Shawn

Where is Melissa Shawn's law office located?
Melissa Shawn's law practice is located in Monticello, New York. The firm is Shawn Law Offices. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa Shawn handle?
Melissa Shawn focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Melissa Shawn practiced law?
Melissa Shawn has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Melissa Shawn go to law school?
Melissa Shawn earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1997).
How can I contact Melissa Shawn for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Nova Southeastern University
- 2001
B.A.
Cornell University
- 1997

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 2001
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2014

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