Melanie Ann Hines
About Melanie Ann Hines
Melanie Ann Hines is a lawyer based in Tallahassee, FL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Melanie Ann Hines is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Tallahassee, Florida
- Administrative / Regulatory Law
- Criminal Defense: General Practice
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- Government Relations Practice
Current Firm: Berger Singerman
Education: Florida State University, J.D., graduated 1979 and Florida State University, graduated 1979
Location: Tallahassee, FL
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