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Melinda is a Life Member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Life Membership recognizes a demonstrated commitment to criminal defense and the mission of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Contact Information
- New York, NY
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Biography
Founding Partner, Sarafa Zellan PLLC, New York, NY (2024-Present); Deputy General Counsel, Select Equity Group, L.P., New York, NY (2014-2024); Founding Member, Sarafa Law LLC, New York, NY (2006-2014); Partner, Zuckerman Spaeder LLP, New York, NY (2004-2006); Senior Associate, Brafman & Ross, PC, New York, NY (1999-2004); Assistant Federal Public Defender, Houston, TX (1997-1999); Law Clerk, Hon. Carolyn Dineen King (USCA 5th Cir.) (1996-1997); Law Clerk, Hon. Jerry Buchmeyer, (USDC N.D. TX) (1995-1996)
Education
- Undergraduate: Princeton University, AB, 1989
- Law School: Stanford Law School, JD, 1995
Bar Information
2nd, 5th Cirs., S.D. NY, E.D. NY, S.D. TX
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