Melissa Harclerode
Washington, DC
Trusted employment attorney serving Washington.
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Melissa Harclerode is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Employment.
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- Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
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- Employment
- Handles Employment matters from Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026).
About Melissa Harclerode: Melissa Harclerode is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Employment.
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About Melissa Harclerode
Melissa Harclerode is a member of Kirkland & Ellis‘ Employment and Labor Practice Group and is based in the Firm's Washington, D.C., office. Melissa has comprehensive experience advising clients on labor and employment matters in the context of complex national and international corporate transactions, including conducting acquisition-related due diligence and risk assessment and assisting clients with post-acquisition and restructuring-related issues. Melissa also counsels employers on issues relating to federal, state, and local employment and labor laws, including representing employers in litigation, arbitration, and administrative agency proceedings (both actions brought forth by government agencies as well as current and former employees). Additionally, Melissa assists clients with negotiating and drafting complex employment-related agreements and corporate policies.
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Education
University of Virginia
J.D. · 2013
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Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
2026
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Melissa Harclerode focuses on Employment.
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Melissa Harclerode primarily serves clients in Washington, District of Columbia, with an office at 2100 L Street, NW, Suite 900.
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