Melissa Larsen is an experienced trial attorney and former Rhode Island state prosecutor who brings over a decade of experience in criminal and family law and financial planning to her practice, offering you result-driven representation for your legal issues.
Attorney Larsen has a general law practice with a principal focus of criminal defense. She 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.
Practice areas
Former prosecutor, experienced in all areas of criminal defense (felonies and misdemeanors) including DUI, Refusals, Domestic Assault, Simple Assault, Felony Assault, Murder, Child Pornography, Drug Possession, Drug Sales, Expungement and Sealing of Criminal Records, Theft, Juvenile Law, Marijuana Possession, Marijuana Sales, Rape, Robbery, Sex crimes and Tax Evasion
19 years
Divorce, Adoption, Child Custody, Support and Visitation Orders
12 years
Auto Accidents and Negligence Claims
12 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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RI | Authorized to practice law | 1999 | 06/08/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney/Owner | Law Office of Melissa Larsen, Esq. | 2010 - Present |
Special Assistant Attorney General | Rhode Island Department Of Attorney General | 2003 - 2010 |
Fiduciary Officer | Bank Of America | 1998 - 2003 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Rhode Island Association of Criminal Defense Laywers | Member | 2013 - Present |
Rhode Island Bar Association, Criminal Law Bench/Bar Committee | Attorney Member | 2011 - Present |
Rhode Island Bar Association | Attorney Member | 1999 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Western New England College School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1998 |
University of Rhode Island | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1995 |
Cranston High School East | HS Diploma | 1991 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Medical Marijuana Update | Medical Marijuana | 2013 |
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Kevin Hagan, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 29, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
Melissa is a former co-worker of mine. She is a tenacious and talented trial lawyer with diverse experience and excellent personal contacts. I work in tandem with Melissa on matters that require persistence and attention to detail. She is a proven winner in the trial context and a tough but diplomatic negotiator. I trust and recommend Melissa for any legal matter!
Kara Hoopis Manosh, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 29, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly recommend Attorney Larsen for any/all criminal defense matters. She is thorough and prepared, dedicated and committed, and she is a fighter. If you are looking for an attorney who will truly defend you, call Melissa today!
Kevin Hagan, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 29, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
Melissa is a former co-worker of mine. She is a tenacious and talented trial lawyer with diverse experience and excellent personal contacts. I work in tandem with Melissa on matters that require persistence and attention to detail. She is a proven winner in the trial context and a tough but diplomatic negotiator. I trust and recommend Melissa for any legal matter!
Kara Hoopis Manosh, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 29, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly recommend Attorney Larsen for any/all criminal defense matters. She is thorough and prepared, dedicated and committed, and she is a fighter. If you are looking for an attorney who will truly defend you, call Melissa today!
James Callaghan, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 29, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Melissa is an aggressive and savvy attorney. Her clients receive excellent advice at every step of the legal process. She works diligently to provide her clients with the best possible outcome. I would recommend her to anyone facing any legal issue.
John Mitchell, Criminal defense Attorney on May 4, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I would highly recommend Melissa Larsen as a criminal defense lawyer. She and I worked as co-counsel on a major federal criminal case in the Federal District Court in Providence. She is highly skilled and looked up to by both the judiciary (both the state and federal bench) and her peers. You would be very well served to retain her as your counsel.
Michael DelSignore, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 5, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Melissa is an excellent criminal defense lawyer in Rhode Island. I would highly recommend her if you are charged with refusing a breath test or with DUI. She is very experienced and is one of the top defense lawyers in RI. You should talk to her if you face a DUI charge in Rhode island.
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