Melissa Muenks
About Melissa Muenks
Melissa Muenks is a lawyer based in Dallas, TX and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2025. Melissa Muenks is recognized in the following practice area:
- Dallas, Texas
- Intellectual Property Law
Current Firm: Baker Botts LLP
Education: The University of Texas, J.D., graduated 2015
Location: Dallas, TX
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