Melissa Anne Wu

Melissa Anne Wu

4.9
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 14 years

Elder law Lawyer at Gaithersburg, MD
Practice Areas: Elder Law, Estate Planning, Guardianship, Probate

9711 Washingtonian Blvd., Suite 550, Gaithersburg, MD

About Melissa

Biography

Practice Areas

4

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 10 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2015

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 14 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Melissa Wu, LLC

9711 Washingtonian Blvd., Suite 550, Gaithersburg, MD, 20878

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Melissa Anne Wu's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Kay | February 16, 2015 | Guardianship

A truly professional lawyer

Mellissa Wu was very professional in handling a case regarding the guardianship of my mother. She attended to the concerns and questions of my family regarding the case, and gave elaborate updates on the case throughout the duration.

Posted by Roxanne | July 14, 2014 | Elder Law

Lawyer with Technical Expertise and a Heart

Having previously worked with another elder law attorney on this particular matter, we were relieved to find Melissa Wu. While technically brilliant, we didn't get from that first attorney the sense that our distress was important or that our concern was fully understood. By sharp contrast, Ms. Wu to...ok the case against the nursing home personally, as if it were her parents being attacked. And that's something I would think anyone would want, to feel that they're being represented by someone who is not only skillful but really on their side. There's a proverb which says the first to speak is always right, but their error is revealed in the cross examination. Ms. Wu acted swiftly, filing representation and gathering information and contacting the opposing attorney. She was ready to subpoena the nursing home's records, basically challenging them to support their claim. She went into battle in a way that wasn't ugly or unprofessional. I also appreciate her offer to meet with us at a place of convenience to us although we were willing to travel the 16 miles to her office. While she mentioned costs, she did it in such a way that we didn't feel pressured to start writing checks at that first (or even third) meeting. That too, conveyed the impression that her focus was on helping us find legal relief from a distressing situation. Lastly, she's just a nice, considerate person. SO very glad we found her!

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Melissa Anne Wu's Lawyer Endorsements

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Laura Hoskins

Elder law lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Other

"Melissa has impressive client reviews that evidence her commitment to her clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Webb Millsaps

Elder law lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Wu consistently provides informative answers in this forum. Her writing is concise and well-reasoned. She does a fine job of observing if any pertinent facts that may be missing from a question, but which could affect the analysis. Her passion shows through in her answers, as well. I endorse this lawyer."

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Timothy Brown

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Socrates de La Cruz

Elder law lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A great advocate and fights for clients in court."

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Vonnie Dones

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. An excellent and knowledgeable attorney who really cares about clients."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Other

"A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.I endorse this lawyer."

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William Massarweh

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Other

"I have the distinct pleasure of endorsing attorney Melissa Wu, from the State of Maryland."

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Ian Valkenet

Unknown lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Melissa and I were opposing counsel in a recent case. She is highly motivated, intelligent, and professional. I endorse her without reservation."

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Gerard Miles

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Melissa has gone the extra mile to obtain an LLM, and prides herself on representing her clients with care and compassion. She is an asset to the community."

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Bennett Wills

Unknown lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Wu. She is an asset to the legal community."

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Ingmar Goldson

Elder law lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Melissa because she goes the extra mile with her legal services, and she's a true professional."

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Michael Bouldin

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Melissa is well respected in the community with LLM from a great university. I endorse this lawyer."

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Leslie Tar

Elder law lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Edward Beckham

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Other

"When it comes to estate planning, Ms. Wu knows the issues and is able to offer solid legal advice."

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Melissa Wu, LLC

Associations

2011 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Education

2013

Western New England College School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

2009

University of the District of Columbia, David A. Clarke School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

George Mason University

MA - Masters

Speaking Engagements

2016

Alzheimer's Association - Ongoing

Legal and Financial Planning

2015

NBI

Advanced Elder Law

Languages

English

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