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A Family Business and Trusted Legal Resource Since 1974Serving Clients in Oakland County, Macomb County, St. Clair County, Wayne County, Livingston County, and Washtenaw County and Southeast Michigan
Whatever the legal issues you face, when you come to our firm, we are with you all the way. We feel that we are in this together with our clients. Whether you are looking for help with a real estate transaction, collecting a debt, you need help with a divorce or custody dispute or you are embroiled in business litigation — we approach your situation and goals as if they were our very own.
We are a family-oriented, father and son, general practice law firm providing experienced, high-quality services and representation to individuals and businesses facing a wide range of legal issues. If you choose to work with us, either Sanford J. Melder or Aric K. Melder will be the attorney working with you at all times. There are no inexperienced associates to pass your case off to once we take your case. At our firm, what you see is what you get – you will get honest, up-front communication from genuine and no-nonsense attorneys. We pride ourselves on a straightforward approach to every case and make sure that you are kept informed about the progress of your case.
From start to finish, our relationship with you will be built on open communication. We believe and we know from experience that informed clients — those given clear answers to their questions and an understanding of the law, their legal options and what to expect at each stage of the process — are happier clients, more relaxed, more involved, and better able to help us do our jobs for you.
All of the Experience and Resources You Need
Sanford J. Melder opened the doors to this law office in 1974, and has been practicing in the local, state and federal courts of Michigan ever since. In 2004, he was joined in practice by son Aric. Our two lawyers have combined experience of nearly 50 years, having been practicing law in Oakland County, Detroit and surrounding areas of Southeast Michigan the entire time.
We do not take a back seat in terms of technology or expert witness resources either. As an established firm, we have access to and strong relationships with appropriate experts in all areas of our practice. Our technology tools include access to the standard legal databases used by most firms, as well as sophisticated software and multi-media courtroom presentation capabilities.
To talk about a matter involving real estate transactions, commercial property sales, commercial property purchases, family law, divorce, estate planning, bankruptcy, commercial loans, probate, business law or any legal issue — call our southeast Michigan law office in Royal Oak.
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Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
Aric was very professional and nice. He was willing to spend a few minutes with me on the phone discussing my options as a property owner in regards to my former property management company.
Posted by anonymous | March 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Hired Aric to help out with some Legal Financial issues. He always kept his appointments and was prompt. He knew exactly how to carry himself in court and how to Mentor us in what to expect. He knows his job well and I would use him again!
Posted by Katharine | October 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Aric was wonderful to work with! He was reliable and consistently in touch. I hired Aric to help monitor all of the paperwork for purchasing my house (the sellers were not going through a Real Estate agent) so Aric reviewed all of that paperwork and would then present it to me. I was often travelin...
Posted by Meenakshi | October 8, 2016 | Hired Attorney
I had obtained the legal services of Melder an Melder for legal matters. Mr Aric Melder has been a very kind and competent professional who treated us with professionalism and kindness. He was very methodical and competent in settling our legal matter. I recommend the firm highly
Posted by Jason | January 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney
I worked with Aric Melder (in lieu of a Realtor) throughout the process of offering to purchase a home through the closing. He knows his stuff and had my best interests in mind throughout the entire process. His schedule was flexible enough to meet my demanding work schedule when we needed to meet in...
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an asset to the legal community. He works very hard for his clients with zealous representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I will refer clients to both Aric Melder and Sanford Melder when I have clients or receive calls from potential clients with issues involving Divorce, Probate, Will/Trust, Guardianship/Conservatorship, Debt Collection and Traffic Citations. They also have an excellent trial practice and their litigation work is phenomenal."
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Client Distinction Award, Lawyers.com
2018
AV Rated Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Rated Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Client Distinction Award, Lawyers.com
2016
AV Rated Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Client Distinction Award, Lawyers.com
2015
AV Rated Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Client Distinction Award, Lawyers.com
2014
AV Rated Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Best Family Law Attorneys in Detroit, The Detroit 10
2010 - Present
Attonrey/Counselor, Melder & Melder, P.C.
2004 - 2010
Attorney, Uaw Legal Services Plan
1996 - 2004
Attorney, Legal Aide
1996 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
1996
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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