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Melissa Ann Conner

Conner Law Offices β€’ Boston, MA
Estate Planning

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Contact

Email
Phone
(978) 420-4068
Address
100 State Street, Boston, MA, 02109, US

Professional

About

Melissa Ann Conner is an accomplished attorney at Conner Law Offices in Boston, Massachusetts, specializing in estate planning. Her legal journey began in her teenage years, where she worked alongside a criminal defense attorney, fostering a deep appreciation for the unique stories of each individual and the importance of compassionate listening. This foundational experience has shaped her practice, where she prioritizes understanding her clients' needs without judgment, leading to high levels of client satisfaction. Melissa graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in English, earning membership in the International English Honor Society. Her strong communication skills have been essential in her advocacy work, where she also trained students for public speaking competitions and served as an editor for the New England Journal of Criminal and Civil Confinement. In her clinical practice, she provided vital legal services to indigent clients facing family law issues, including child support and custody matters. Additionally, her internship in North Carolina allowed her to collaborate with some of the state's top attorneys on a diverse range of cases, from divorce and domestic violence to serious criminal charges. Notably, she served as second chair for the defense in the inaugural North Carolina Innocence Commission Hearing, a groundbreaking initiative dedicated to uncovering cases of wrongful convictions.

About Estate Planning Law

Estate planning attorneys help individuals plan for the distribution of their assets and care during incapacity. They create wills, trusts, and other documents to protect families and minimize taxes. Common matters include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives.

Credentials

Education
2009 New England School of Law JD - Juris Doctor
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2015 Up and Coming Lawyers, Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly 2015 Volunteer Recognition Award, Massachusetts Bar Association 2015 Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
Associations
2013 - Present National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys 2009 - Present Boston Bar Association 2009 - Present Massachusetts Bar Association 2009 - Present American Bar Association
Speaking
2017 Practicing with Professionalism Workshop: Importance of Diversity in the Legal Profession and Methods & Strategies to Combat Hidden Biases 2017 Practicing with Professionalism Why Every Lawyer Should Be Interested in Cultural Competency 2016 Practicing with Professionalism Keynote Address 2016 Practicing with Professionalism Keynote Address 2016 6th Annual Super Marketing Conference Local Search Hero
Updated: Mar 25, 2026