Melanie C. Burke

Melanie C. Burke is an associate attorney at Tunnell & Raysor, P.A., where she concentrates on estate planning, real estate, and guardianship. She helps clients consider legal arrangements affecting their property, future care, and family responsibilities. Her approach draws on substantial experience speaking with people facing sensitive legal issues. She works with individuals who need clear guidance when making important planning and personal decisions.

Melanie received a B.A. from the University of Virginia in 1986 and a J.D. from Emory University School of Law in 1989. She was admitted to the Delaware Bar in 1990. Her education supported a legal career that began in public service and later moved to private practice. That combination gives her a broad perspective on legal procedure and on explaining complex legal concerns to clients.

Before joining Tunnell & Raysor, she spent thirty years with the Delaware Department of Justice prosecuting criminal matters. Much of that work involved cases affecting children and older adults. Her prosecutorial background required careful evaluation of facts and frequent communication with people in difficult circumstances. She now draws on that experience when helping estate planning and guardianship clients consider their options and next steps.

Melanie is a member of the Delaware State Bar Association. Her career spans criminal prosecution and private legal services focused on estate planning, guardianship, and real estate. She emphasizes communication that helps clients feel comfortable discussing issues involving their families and future plans. Melanie C. Burke combines decades of courtroom and public service experience with a client-focused approach to personal legal matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Doyle Law, LLC
• Member, Delaware State Bar Association (1990-Present)

Licensed State

• Delaware

Education

• Emory University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Virginia
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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