Melanie R. Skenian
About Melanie R. Skenian
Melanie R. Skenian is a lawyer based in West Palm Beach, FL and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2026. Melanie R. Skenian is recognized in the following practice area:
- West Palm Beach, Florida
- Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: Jones Foster
Education: University of Florida, J.D., graduated 2022
Location: West Palm Beach, FL
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