Melanie Seelig
About Melanie Seelig
Melanie Seelig is a lawyer based in Bellevue, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2016. Melanie Seelig is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Bellevue, Washington
- Patent Law
- Technology Law
- Trademark Law
Current Firm: Knobbe Martens
Education: University of Washington, J.D., graduated 1997
Location: Bellevue, WA
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