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Michael Johan Melkersen
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Biography
Aggressive litigator, but down to earth, I treat every client's case as if it were my own. I am accessible to my clients day or night, and will involve you in each major decision point in your case. I have recovered tens of millions for my personal injury clients, and often have made recovery in cases that everyone else thought were impossible to win. My business litigation practice involves a wide variety of dispute types including consumer fraud, employment disputes, contract disputes, judgment collection, insurance litigation, real estate disputes, and other business disputes. And while I cannot promise any particular outcome in your case, I can promise that we will be creative, aggressive, prepared and that you will come away knowning that we did everything in our power to get you the result that you deserve.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Litigation
50%
21 years
Personal Injury
50%
21 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-45%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Virginia for 21 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 21 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Michael Johan Melkersen
9633 S Congress St, New Market, VA, 22844-9608
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Posted by Jeff | November 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection
Bank Judgement Case
I consulted with and then hired Melkerson Law to help me with a case in which a local bank had a judgement against me for a debt that was borderline "unjust" and also, over five years old. Long story short, my ex-wife was a manager at one of their branches and once she saw that my life was taking off...
Posted by Mark | August 26, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
My Family law attorney
Mr Melkersen took the time to listen to my case. He prepared documents and reviewed legal concepts with probable outcomes for me. When there were options he presented them advising I have the final say so letting me the the pro and cons. He attended hearings and always made me aware of documents he ...
Michael Johan Melkersen's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. He is one of the very best lawyers I've had the honor of working with. Truly a master of his craft. I cannot recommend him but at the highest level of knowledge and dedication."
"Mike is very well thought out and organized when it comes to handling litigation. He handles every case with the attention and care it deserves. I highly endorse him."
"I give Mr. Melkersen my highest recommendation. I have known Mike for years and have had the pleasure of being able to see him in action in court. He has obtained fantastic results for his clients often under trying circumstances. He's far too humble to speak on his courtroom victories, but he is a skilled trial combatant that fearlessly takes on the big guy, and wins. I regularly refer clients in need of personal injury counsel to him, and without fail they come back to me singing his praises. He is in a class of his own, and someone it gives me great honor to endorse. In addition to everything I've just said - he's also an incredibly thoughtful and nice guy. I give him my highest endorsement."
"Michael Melkersen is one of the hardest-working, smartest, and aggressive attorneys with whom I have ever worked. He has a true passion for the law and vigorously fights for the rights of his clients. I strongly endorse Michael Melkersen."
"Mike is a fabulous attorney! Not only does he have a great rapport with clients, he is also exceptionally skilled in his field. Rarely do you find an attorney who possesses both academic acumen and great advocacy skills. Mike has both. I would work with him any day and would highly recommend him to anybody in need of stellar representation."
"Mike is a compassionate and knowledgeable attorney. We worked together to achieve the best possible outcome on a case and I would highly recommend him to any client."
"Mike is an adaptive and agile attorney more than capable of maneuvering through difficult cases. He is grounded in values and competent and proficient in many aspects of the practice of law. His broad experiences and knowledge enables him to practice law exceptionally well. He has the ability to leverage capabilities to achieve objectives. He is culturally astute and able to use his awareness and understanding to practice law innovatively and courageously to exploit opportunities in the challenges and complexities of any case."
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Experience
Honors
2018
President’s Circle Member of the Top Attorneys of North America, Who's Who Legal
2018
The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100, National Trial Lawyers
2018
Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum Membership, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2016
Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2016
Top Attorneys of North America, Who's Who Legal
2015
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2001
Quarterfinalist/3rd Best Brief Award, ABA National Moot Court Competition
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Owner/Partner, Law Offices of Michael J. Melkersen
1999 - 2002
Law Clerk, Grant, Konvalinka & Harrison
Associations
American Association for Justice
Shenandoah County Bar Association
Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
National Trial Lawyers Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Commonwealth v. John W. Roles, III, Case No. CR03F0024301, Page County Circuit Court (2016)
Melkersen's Client Acquitted
Tim Papion v. Tara Papion, Shenandoah County Circuit Court (2015)
Melkersen's Client Wins Custody
Anthony Craig v. Anonymous (2012)
$10 Million Settlement for Melkersen's Client
John Roles, Jr. v. Dereck Carper, Case No. CL11-59 (Va. Cir. Ct. 2011)
Jury Verdict for Melkersen's Client
Melkersen v. Ray Construction Co., 315 B.R. 45 (D. Md. 2004)
Melkersen Prevails
Shilling v. Baker, 279 Va. 720, 691 S.E.2d 806 (Va. 2010)
Petition for Certiorari Granted for Melkersen's Client
Property Damage Specialists, Inc. v. Rechichar, 790 S.E.2d 237 (Va. 2016)
Melkersen's Client Wins Supreme Court Reversal
Education
2003
College of William and Mary, Marshall-Wythe School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
Southern Adventist University
MBA - Master of Business Administration
1997
Southern Adventist University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2010
Northern Virginia Daily Interview
The Legality of Home Poker Games in Virginia
2001
Podcast
The Legality of Internet Gambling
Publications
2001
Tenn. Continuing Legal Education
The Family Medical Leave Act: An Overview for Practitioners
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is the effective date of a summons the date on the summons or the date it was served?
04 Nov 2015
Q&A
What is the statute of limitations on an open account in the state of Virginia?
20 Oct 2015
Q&A
School Records
17 Sep 2015