Melenie Van
About Melenie Van
Melenie Van is a lawyer based in Los Angeles, CA and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2026. Melenie Van is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Los Angeles, California
- Intellectual Property Law
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
Current Firm: Polsinelli PC
Education: Santa Clara University, J.D., graduated 2020
Location: Los Angeles, CA
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