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Melissa Renee Winkler-York
About Melissa
Biography
I've been an attorney since 2004 and have been running my own office since 2009. Because we have grown rapidly over the past few years, I've been able to concentrate on family law, which is the area I most enjoy, while my office is able to provide a broader range of services for our clients.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Family
25%
22 years
Child Custody
20%
22 years
Child Support
20%
22 years
Divorce and Separation
20%
22 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 200-275 per hour
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Indiana for 21 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 2004
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Location
The Law Office of Melissa Winkler-York, LLC
4259 Shelby St, Indianapolis, IN, 46227
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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by Rick | April 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Jerry Shoup, Attorney & Tina Murphy
Jerry Shoup was the attorney for my case. Tina Murphy was my assigned paralegal. Jerry managed communication with the opposing counsel in a timely and professional manner and with good results. Most of my telephonic communication with Jerry was accomplished through his paralegal Tina Murphy and she...
Posted by Krista | August 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
Child Support
My ex husband and I went to Melissa regarding an issue of child support. She was fair and honest. Supportive on both sides and very understanding. She helped us out tremendously. I would recommend Melissa to anyone. She is respectful, reasonably priced, returns phone calls and when you are done with ...
Melissa Renee Winkler-York's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Winkler-York was a pleasure to work with in our contested case."
"I have known Melissa for many years now; she is an outstanding attorney that I would highly recommend to anyone seeking counsel for family law matters."
"Melissa is a very good attorney and works hard for her clients without dragging out matters unnecessarily. Good to work with and would recommend her for clients to get good results for their family law matter"
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Experience
Honors
2017
Law Firm 500 Honoree, Law Firm 500
2017
Lead Cousel Verified, Lead Counsel
Work Experience
2009 - Present
, The Law Office of Melissa Winkler-York
2010 - 2010
Volunteer Guardian Ad Litem, Kids Voice of Indiana
2008 - 2016
Judge, Pro Tempore, Marion County Superior Courts
2004 - 2009
Attorney, Poynter & Bucheri, LLC
2002 - 2004
Law Clerk, Poynter & Bucheri, LLC
2000 - 2001
Legal Intern/ Clerk, Tippecanoe Couny Prosecutor's Office
Associations
2004 - Present
Indianapolis Bar Association
2004 - Present
Indiana State Bar Association
2004 - Present
Indianapolis Bar Association, Family Law Section
Education
2004
Indiana University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Purdue University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers