Melissa Chawla
About Melissa Chawla
Melissa Chawla is a lawyer based in Minneapolis, MN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2023. Melissa Chawla is recognized in the following practice area:
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Family Law
Current Firm: DeWalt, Chawla + Saksena LLC
Education: William Mitchell College of Law, J.D., graduated 2002
Location: Minneapolis, MN
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