Melissa A. Scartelli
About Melissa A. Scartelli
Melissa A. Scartelli is a lawyer based in Scranton, PA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Melissa A. Scartelli is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Scranton, Pennsylvania
- Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Scartelli Olszewski PC
Education: Penn State Dickinson School of Law, J.D., graduated 1988
Location: Scranton, PA
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