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Melissa Katherine Bourne
About Melissa
Biography
I became a criminal defense attorney because I am passionate about defending the rights of people accused of crimes and helping people who are in difficult situations. Being charged with a crime may be one of the most stressful things that has happened to you, and no one should have to go through it without a skilled, diligent attorney on his or her side. I will fight for you no matter who you are or what you are accused of.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
40%
12 years
DUI and DWI
20%
12 years
Domestic Violence
20%
12 years
Violent Crime
15%
12 years
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Licensed in Tennessee for 12 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Melissa Bourne
315 Deaderick Street, Suite 1550, Nashville, TN, 37238
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Posted by Emmie Tennent | June 09, 2018 | Appeals
excellent lawyer
Melissa and I worked together on an appellate matter for several months. She is a dedicated and compassionate advocate with outstanding legal research and writing skills. Highly recommended.
Posted by Kristin Neff | May 17, 2018
Great Defense Attorney
I had the privilege of working with Melissa for several years. She is a brilliant and impassioned attorney. She possesses a strong courtroom presence and a deep legal knowledge. I would highly recommend Melissa.
Melissa Katherine Bourne's Lawyer Endorsements
"Excellent lawyer! Melissa is hard working, personable, diligent and genuinely cares about her work and clients. Highly recommended."
"I strongly endorse Melissa as an outstanding advocate. I had the opportunity to view her in trials, hearings, and negotiations for several years. She is tireless and will fight for her clients as hard as she can."
"Melissa is a hardworking, knowledgeable, and experienced attorney."
Ryan Bach
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2007
Dean's List, University of Chicago
2005
Dean's List, University of Chicago
2004
Dean's List, University of Chicago
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Melissa Bourne
2014 - 2017
Assistant Public Defender, Nashville Public Defender's Office
2013 - 2013
Legal Intern, Northern Virginia Capital Defender Office
2012 - 2014
Law Clerk, Public Defender Service For The District Of Columbia
Associations
2014 - Present
Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. C.B.
Not guilty jury verdict
State v. J.W.
Dismissed by state before hearing on suppression motion
Education
2014
Georgetown University Law Center
Juris Doctor
2007
University of Chicago
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can they come after me if they let us leave?
07 May 2018
Q&A
How much time is someone going to get when they are on probation & get charged with aggravated assault & habitual motor offender
05 May 2018