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Melissa Brown is a Clinical Professor of Law at the University of the Pacific’s McGeorge School of Law. She serves as Director of both the Elder & Health Law Clinic and the Elder & Health Law Certificate of Concentration. Professor Brown also acts as faculty advisor for the Native American Law Student Association and previously led the development of the Legislative & Public Policy Clinic and the Homeless Advocacy Clinic from 2013–2023.
Education:
- BA from California State University, Chico
- JD from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
Her research and teaching focus on elder law, health law, and social policy, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to legal and medical challenges such as informed consent, surrogate decision-making, and elder abuse. Her advocacy work has influenced legislation on probate courts, nursing home citations, durable powers of attorney, and Medicare supplemental insurance.
Scientific Awards:
- 2022 Hether Clash Macfarlane Faculty Teaching Innovation Award
- Listed in 'Sacramento's 40 Top Lawyers' by The Best Lawyers in America (over a decade)
Professor Brown’s students engage in direct client representation, courtroom advocacy, and interdisciplinary collaborations with UC Davis Medical School. She has authored educational materials for attorneys and advocates across multiple states and organizations, including the American Bar Association and AARP.
