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Melissa Michel
About Melissa
Biography
Melissa Michel is a bright, problem solving litigator. Melissa’s experience ranges from years as a Public Defender, an Administrative Hearing Officer for the Department of Labor, and as an Associate in private practice at the Law Office of Raymond B. Lail.
Melissa prides herself on the personalized service she provides to every client. By taking a very hands-on approach to every case, she is able to gain a much better understanding of the legal issues you are facing and the possible solutions available to you. She doesn't dictate how you should approach your case. She works with you to understand your goals and partners with you to find the best way to reach them.
Melissa has represented clients in well over a thousand felony cases ranging from petty thefts to serious violent felonies. Melissa also handles civil litigation matters.
Melissa is admitted to the Bar in the State of Georgia, the Georgia Court of Appeals, and the Georgia Supreme Court. Melissa is also admitted to practice before the United States District Court in the Northern District of Georgia. Melissa is a member of the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (GACDL), Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys (GABWA), and the Gate City Bar.
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Licensed in Georgia for 16 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2009
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Location
Law Offices of Melissa Michel
3379 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, GA, 30326
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Melissa Michel's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | April 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Warrant and Bond Reduction
Ms. Michel handled my warrant in Cobb County and arranged for voluntary surrender and very significant bond reduction with in a day. She worked very hard for me and the results I was looking for. She's passionate about what she does and I highly recommend her.
Posted by Tundra Hill | July 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Statutory Rape case(misdemeanor) dismissed!!!!!
Very professional and knowledgeable she is very attentive and listens to what your saying and letting you know what may or may not happen. She knows the law and she is ready to fight for you instead of work against you! Thank you,for saving my son's future.
Posted by Samuel | December 23, 2014
Assalut and Battery Charges Dismissed!!!
Melissa is a true professional! She went in to a meeting with us and a police officer when we were falsely being accused and after an hour the charges were dropped and we got an apology from the person making the allegation. She is super profession, smart, sharp and cares about her clients. A+++ Atto...
Posted by Ricardo | December 23, 2014
Thanks to this amazing Lawyer name Melissa Michel
I was once charged with a robbery and was so devastated Due to my innocence.By the grace of Ms.Michel landed on my case an nailed it.This amazing Lawyer fought extremely hard to prove my innocence and got my case thrown out before it ever went to trial.Lord knows I needed that blessing and today I st...
Posted by anonymous | December 21, 2014
Case Dismissed
Ms. Michel was appointed to represent me on my trafficking case in Fulton County. She put a lot of work into my case to show the prosecutor that I was innocent. After all of her hard work the case was dismissed.
Melissa Michel's Lawyer Endorsements
"Melissa is a tenacious and excellent attorney. I highly recommend her and find that she is professional and truly cares about her clients. I believe that she truly has a passion for defense work and refuses to accept anything other than the very best for her clients. She has done and excellent job on all cases I have referred her."
"Melissa Michel is a fantastic criminal defense attorney. She is extremely knowledgeable on the law, a skilled advocate in the courtroom and works tirelessly for her clients. As a former prosecutor, I can tell you she was one of the few defense attorneys I did not want to go up against."
"I highly endorse Mrs. Michel. Very experienced and caring attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact her first."
"I've known Melissa for years; since I was a Prosecutor and she was a Public Defender. She is an excellent attorney. She is very knowledgeable, skilled, and passionate about providing aggressive representation for her clients. She also has a great deal of experience. She understands what it takes to successfully defend her clients which is exemplified by her results. I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Michel always provides intelligent and thoughtful responses to all questions here on Avvo. If Melissa Michel is on the case, then you can be assured that she is providing top-notch advocacy for her clients."
"Ms. Michel is a highly knowledgeable and skilled attorney. Ms. Michel is dedicated to providing her clients with the best representation, which is why I support and endorse her."
"Milissa is committed to her clients and their personal needs. She excels in being knowledgable about the law, she keeps her clients updated on changes in their matter, and she works diligently to ensure her clients' needs are met and/or exceeded. Working with her is a pleasure and great learning experience. I endorse this lawyer."
"Keen attention to detail with exceptional client service. One of the best criminal defense attorneys there is. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Melissa for more many years. She is a knowledgeable and respected attorney who truly cares for her clients."
"Melissa is a fine attorney who is dedicated to his clients and works tirelessly for successful results. I have no hesitation when endorsing him."
"Melissa Michel is one of Georgia's excellent trial attorneys. I had the privilege to work with her, and I must say getting the opportunity to see her genius at work is like no other. I highly recommend anyone looking for a top notch, talented lawyer to send your case her way."
"As a former public defender Melissa is very court experienced. Knowledge of both the law and procedure is excellent and evident in her pro bono contributions. Client reviews are stellar. READ THEM! Do yourself a favor and schedule a consultation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I highly recommend and endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Michel is a superb attorney with a wealth of knowledge in several legal fields. She works each case thoroughly and diligently to provide the best outcomes for her clients through extensive researching and investigating. In the courtroom, Melissa is sharp, articulate, passionate and well prepared. It is apparent through her work that Melissa takes a genuine interest in her clients and will advocate vigorously on their behalf. I would definitely recommend Melissa Michel to anyone in need of legal assistance."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Ms. Michel is brilliantly competent in her representation of her clients. She is a fighter and produces outstanding results. I will refer her to anyone who is seeking and needing help in many legal areas, including criminal matters. Ms. Michel has great experience and is very knowledgeable. Ms. Michel is accessible and makes herself available for solid consultation and overall good advice concerning legal matters."
"Melissa Michel is an excellent attorney. I have personally had the opportunity to work with her on several cases and have seen her in action during trial. She is highly knowledgeable as to the law and her trial skills are amazing. In and out of the courtroom, Melissa fights hard for her clients and goes above and beyond to get the results they need. I can confidently say that Melissa represents her clients with true zeal and passion and anyone who is represented by her is lucky to have her as their attorney. I highly endorse Melissa Michel."
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Experience
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Attorney, Attorney At Law
2010 - 2010
Administrative Hearing Office, Department Of Labor, Office Of Administrative Law Judges
2010 - 2014
Staff Attorney, Fulton County Public Defender's Office
2009 - 2010
Staff Attorney, Raymond B. Lail Law Office
2009 - 2010
Of Counsel, Franco Law Firm
Associations
2015 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2014 - Present
Georgia Association of Black Women AttorneysMember
Georgia Court of Appeals
Admitted
Georgia Supreme Court
Admitted
United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia
Admitted
2010 - 2011
Gate City Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State of GA vs. AW
Case dismissed
State of GA vs. EB
Case dismissed
State of GA vs. DR
Case dismissed
State of GA v. KC
Motion to suppress granted, case dismissed
State of GA vs. SM
$250 Fine
State of GA vs. EP
Case dismissed
Education
2009
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
University of Miami
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
Creole
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
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I have warrants in Virginia and I am on probation here in Georgia does Georgia have any thing to do with Virginia ?
14 Feb 2024
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Is there a possible to be paroled out before your tpm date or do you have to serve that time before they consider?
12 Feb 2024
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Can I come off felony probation early although I am on first offenders without losing my first offender status?
08 Feb 2024