Melissa Larsen

Melissa Larsen is an experienced trial attorney and former state prosecutor who brings over two decades of experience in criminal, family and personal injury law to her practice, offering you result-driven representation for your legal issues.

Melissa offers experienced representation in all types of criminal cases and brings a wealth of experience from her work as a Special Assistant Attorney General in Rhode Island to provide you with the best defense possible. Areas of expertise include: DUI, Refusal to take the Chemical Test, Domestic Violence, Cyber Crime, Felony Assault, Sexual Assault & Child Molestation, Drug-related Crime, Fraud, Post Conviction Relief and Expungements of Criminal Records.

Melissa also handles a wide array of family court cases. She possesses the skill, sophistication and experience for high-net-worth clients with significant financial assets. Melissa also handles many simple uncontested divorces where there are few assets. If you have minor children, Melissa will place their best interests first when strategizing your case.

If you or a loved one was seriously injured in an automobile accident, or a loved one was killed in an automobile accident due to the negligence of another, Melissa will aggressively seek compensation for your loss. Although there is no amount of money that will bring back a loved one or make you whole after an injury, Melissa will ensure you are fairly compensated, and you receive justice for the loss of your loved one.

Western New England University School of Law

J.D. | Law

1995 - 1998

University of Rhode Island

B.A. | Political Science

1991 - 1995

Attorney

Law Office of Melissa Larsen, Esq.

2011 - Current

The Law Office of Melissa Larsen, Esq. offers client centered, result-driven representation for your legal issues. Her mission is to assist you and your family during difficult times by responding to your needs though clear and prompt communication while offering cost effective representation. Whether your goal is to obtain a dismissal, settle your case or go to trial, Attorney Larsen will continuously strive to obtain the best possible result for your case until it is resolved.

Judge

Municipal Court Judge, City of Cranston

2017 - 2021

Special Assistant Attorney General

Rhode Island Department of Attorney General

2003 - 2010

Fiduciary Officer, Relationship Manager

Fleet Boston Financial

1998 - 2003

Access to Justice Committee, U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island

member

2020 - Current

Rhode Island Bar Association Family Law Committee

member

2019 - Current

Local Rule Committee, U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island

member, Criminal Law sub-committee

2018 - Current

RIAG Criminal Division Alumni Association

member

2012 - Current

Criminal Law Bench Bar Committee

Chair person

2011 - Current

Rhode Island

Since 1999

1st Circuit

Since 2001

• Free Consultation
• Credit Cards Accepted
• Contingent Fees

• Car Accidents