Melissa Proffitt
About Melissa Proffitt
Melissa Proffitt is a lawyer based in Indianapolis, IN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Melissa Proffitt is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Agriculture Law
- Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Employment Law - Management
- Litigation - ERISA
Current Firm: Ice Miller LLP
Education: Indiana University Bloomington, BA, graduated 1982
Location: Indianapolis, IN
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