Atty. Richard Melanson

Atty. Richard Melanson

Richard Melanson is a lawyer practicing administrative law, commercial law, litigation law. Richard received a B.A. degree from Universiteé Sainte Anne in 1981, and has been licensed for 37 years.

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Richard Melanson is a business, litigation, and government attorney. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in Nova Scotia (1989). Educated at Dalhousie University (LL.B., 1988) and Universiteé Sainte Anne (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Nova Scotia Barristers' Society Canadian Bar Associations.

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  • Richard Melanson is a lawyer practicing administrative law, commercial law, litigation law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Universiteé Sainte Anne in 1981, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Richard practices in Halifax, NS

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Richard Melanson's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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What practice areas does Richard Melanson handle?
Richard Melanson focuses on business, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
How long has Richard Melanson practiced law?
Richard Melanson has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Richard Melanson go to law school?
Richard Melanson earned their education at (LL.B., 1988); (B.A., 1981).
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What awards or recognition has Richard Melanson received?
Richard Melanson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
Dalhousie University
- 1988
B.A.
Universiteé Sainte Anne
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Nova Scotia
Admitted: 1989

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