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Melanie Crenshaw

Melanie Crenshaw is an Assistant Professor of Public Law and Government. She joined the School of Government in August 2022, working with magistrates in the area of civil law. Prior to joining the School, she was a magistrate in Cumberland County. Before serving as a magistrate, Crenshaw was in private practice in Greensboro, North Carolina.

Legislative Roundup: Recent Changes Affecting Small Claims, Summary Ejectment, Magistrates, and Real Property Crimes

December 15, 2024

After the Storm: Summary Ejectment and Assistance Programs in North Carolina

November 12, 2024

Details Matter: The Importance of Proper Notice in Summary Ejectment Proceedings

October 31, 2024

Navigating Summary Ejectment Cases Involving Public and Subsidized Housing

August 14, 2024

Accidents Happen, But Who’s Responsible? Understanding Vicarious Liability in Negligence Cases

May 22, 2024

As the Summary Ejectment Case Turns

March 22, 2024

Congratulations to Newly Certified Magistrates

March 4, 2024

“It’s Always Best to Start at the Beginning”: Determining Contract Terms Where Breach is Alleged

November 1, 2023

Issues with Assistance Animals in Summary Ejectment Cases

September 20, 2023

How Does New Legislation Addressing “Transient Occupancy” Impact the Landlord-Tenant Analysis in Summary Ejectment?

July 12, 2023

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