Melissa Rhea
About Melissa Rhea
Melissa Rhea is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Melissa Rhea is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Law Office of Melissa Rhea
Education: American University Washington College of Law, J.D., graduated 1982 and Washington University in St. Louis, AB, graduated 1979
Location: Washington, DC
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