Atty. William Lee Melancon

Atty. William Lee Melancon

William Lee Melancon is a lawyer practicing construction litigation, government contracts, commercial litigation. William received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University and A. and M.

Lafayette Lafayette 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About William Lee Melancon at a glance

William Lee Melancon is a Member based in Lafayette, Louisiana, practicing at Melancon & Associates, LLC. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business, construction, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Georgia (Inactive) (1990), Virginia (1991), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth and Eleventh Circuits (1991), and Texas (1993). Educated at Emory University (J.D., 1990) and Louisiana State University and A. and M. College (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Lafayette Parish and American. Serands clients in Lafayette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Lee Melancon is a lawyer practicing construction litigation, government contracts, commercial litigation
  • William received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University and A. and M. College in 1982, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • William practices at Melancon & Associates, LLC in Lafayette, LA

Practice Areas Explained

William Lee Melancon's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Lee Melancon 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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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Lee Melancon

Where is William Lee Melancon's law office located?
William Lee Melancon's law practice is located in Lafayette, Louisiana. The firm is Melancon & Associates, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Lee Melancon handle?
William Lee Melancon focuses on business, construction, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has William Lee Melancon practiced law?
William Lee Melancon has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did William Lee Melancon go to law school?
William Lee Melancon earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact William Lee Melancon for a consultation?
You can contact William Lee Melancon 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 William Lee Melancon received?
William Lee Melancon's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Emory University
- 1990
B.S.
Louisiana State University and A. and M. College
- 1982

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Georgia (Inactive)
Admitted: 1990
Virginia
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth and Eleventh Circuits
Admitted: 1991
Texas
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 1993
Louisiana
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2001

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