Melissa A. Thorme
About Melissa A. Thorme
Melissa A. Thorme is a lawyer based in Sacramento, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. Melissa A. Thorme is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Sacramento, California
- Environmental Law
- Natural Resources Law
- Water Law
Current Firm: Stoel Rives LLP
Education: University of California Davis, J.D., graduated 1990, Tulane University, graduated 1992, University of California Davis, graduated 1990, University of California Davis, graduated 1988, and California Polytechnic State University (San Luis Obispo), graduated 1985
Location: Sacramento, CA
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