Melissa Raphan
About Melissa Raphan
Melissa Raphan is a lawyer based in Minneapolis, MN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2009. Melissa Raphan is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Employment Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Dorsey & Whitney LLP
Education: Boston College Law School, J.D., graduated 1987
Location: Minneapolis, MN
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