Law Office of Donald J. Melancon

Office Address

1622 Sunset Ridge Road
Los Gatos, California 95033

California Bar

#283347
Donald J. Melancon, Attorney at Law

Donald J. Melancon

Attorney at Law

Donald J. Melancon provides legal representation in U.S. Tax Court matters, family law, criminal defense, contracts, commercial litigation, and probate proceedings. With experience in both California and Louisiana jurisdictions, he offers a broad perspective on complex legal matters.

Admissions

  • State Bar of California (#283347)
  • Louisiana State Bar Association
  • United States Tax Court

Education

  • LL.M. in Taxation, University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law
  • J.D., Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center

Practice Areas

  • U.S. Tax Court Representation
  • Family Law (Dissolution, Custody, Support)
  • Criminal Defense
  • Contracts and Commercial Law
  • Civil Litigation
  • Probate and Estate Administration

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