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Melissa Larsen

Melissa Larsen

Experienced Criminal Defense, Family Law and Personal Injury Attorney.
  • Criminal Law, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury ...
  • Rhode Island
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Melissa Larsen is an experienced trial attorney and former state prosecutor who brings over two decades of experience in criminal, family and personal injury law to her practice, offering you result-driven representation for your legal issues.

Melissa offers experienced representation in all types of criminal cases and brings a wealth of experience from her work as a Special Assistant Attorney General in Rhode Island to provide you with the best defense possible. Areas of expertise include: DUI, Refusal to take the Chemical Test, Domestic Violence, Cyber Crime, Felony Assault, Sexual Assault & Child Molestation, Drug-related Crime, Fraud, Post Conviction Relief and Expungements of Criminal Records.

Melissa also handles a wide array of family court cases. She possesses the skill, sophistication and experience for high-net-worth clients with significant financial assets. Melissa also handles many simple uncontested divorces where there are few assets. If you have minor children, Melissa will place their best interests first when strategizing your case.

If you or a loved one was seriously injured in an automobile accident, or a loved one was killed in an automobile accident due to the negligence of another, Melissa will aggressively seek compensation for your loss. Although there is no amount of money that will bring back a loved one or make you whole after an injury, Melissa will ensure you are fairly compensated, and you receive justice for the loss of your loved one.

Practice Areas
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
DUI & DWI
Personal Injury
Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
Family Law
Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Juvenile Law
Additional Practice Area
  • Car Accidents
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Rhode Island
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1st Circuit
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Attorney
Law Office of Melissa Larsen, Esq.
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The Law Office of Melissa Larsen, Esq. offers client centered, result-driven representation for your legal issues. Her mission is to assist you and your family during difficult times by responding to your needs though clear and prompt communication while offering cost effective representation. Whether your goal is to obtain a dismissal, settle your case or go to trial, Attorney Larsen will continuously strive to obtain the best possible result for your case until it is resolved.
Judge
Municipal Court Judge, City of Cranston
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Special Assistant Attorney General
Rhode Island Department of Attorney General
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Fiduciary Officer, Relationship Manager
Fleet Boston Financial
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Education
Western New England University School of Law
J.D. | Law
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University of Rhode Island
B.A. | Political Science
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Professional Associations
Access to Justice Committee, U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
member
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Rhode Island Bar Association Family Law Committee
member
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Local Rule Committee, U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
member, Criminal Law sub-committee
- Current
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RIAG Criminal Division Alumni Association
member
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Criminal Law Bench Bar Committee
Chair person
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Rhode Island Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
member
- Current
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Rhode Island Bar Association  # 6096
member
- Current
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Websites & Blogs
Website
Website
Contact & Map
1130 Ten Rod Road
Meadows Office Park, Unit F-203
North Kingstown, RI 02882
Telephone: (401) 218-0862
Monday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Thursday: 8 AM - 6 PM (Today)
Friday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed