Robert J. Melgaard
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2003 About Robert J. Melgaard
Robert J. Melgaard is a lawyer based in Tulsa, OK and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2003. Robert J. Melgaard is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Corporate Compliance Law
- Corporate Law
- Securities / Capital Markets Law
- Securities Regulation
Current Firm: Spencer Fane LLP
Education: University of Nebraska – Lincoln, J.D., with distinction, graduated 1985 and Montana State University Billings, B.S., with honors, graduated 1982
Location: Tulsa, OK
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