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Attorney Schwartz is a General Civil Mediator and member of the State Bar of Michigan, Federal Bar Association, American Trial Lawyer's Association, and Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity. She is the recipient of many academic and service awards, including the Spirit of Detroit award.
Before earning her Juris Doctor degree, Ms. Schwartz earned a paralegal degree with honors. She has many years of experience in plaintiff and defense litigation; and held the position of Wayne County Legal Department's Crime Victim Advocate with the City of Detroit Police Department Investigative Officer's Unit.
Ms. Schwartz earned her undergraduate degree in Family Law Education at the Spring Arbor University with honors. She received her law degree from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law where she was elected and served as class President; served as a law clerk intern to Chief Judge Bernard A. Friedman of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan; and was a legal intern for the Wayne County Legal Aid & Public Defender's Office where she represented the interests of indigent defendants.
Prior to earning her doctoral degree in law, Attorney Schwartz graduated in the medical field with honors. Her medical knowledge combined with her legal education has played a key role in the settlement of six-figure dog bite and product liability awards.
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17515 W 9 Mile Rd Ste 755, Southfield, MI, 48075
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Posted by Walter | April 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Attorney Melissa is truly a great advocate for her clients and has been a Godsend. From the time in met her the first time until now, she has been wonderful. Divorce is very hard and she was there every step of the way. She called back very fast when I had questions and concerns, even later in the ev...
Posted by Ryan | December 7, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Handled my divorce case with excellent and professional service.
Posted by Kathy | November 4, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Melissa Schwartz represented my daughter in a custody case for her young daughter a few years back. Hands down, she is the best Attorney out there. She gathered pertinent information, educated my daughter on what to expect, how to present herself, etc. She prepared my daughter in every way prior t...
Thank you very much for your review. It's an honor to help your family with its family law needs.
Posted by Ronnie | November 3, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Attorney Melissa Schwartz was professional, helpful, effective, and available during my divorce proceedings last year. Despite a very difficult and complicated process, she was always available via phone or email and addressed my concerns promptly. She helped fight for me so that I retained joint cus...
Thank you very much for your review. It's an honor to help you with your family law needs.
Posted by Lee | October 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Melissa Schwartz settled my case for me and I was extremely pleased with the results. She offered personal and prompt service. She sincerely cares about her clients and I felt like she treated me like a family member. I would recommend her to my friends and family.
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"I endorse this lawyer. I have acted as mediator or arbitrator on several of Melissa's cases. She is always well prepared and prepares her clients for the process. She is reasonable, professional and compassionate."
"I highly recommend Melissa Schwartz to anyone in need of an excellent divorce lawyer in the Metro Detroit area. She is a compassionate person that truly cares about her clients and making their lives better. We have referred Melissa divorce and probate clients for over ten years. Our clients always call us back and thank us for the referral. Melissa is a very skilled and experienced attorney and I am happy to give her the highest possible endorsement."
"I went to law school with Melissa. She is an extremely courageous, charming, and diligent attorney, who does our class proud."
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Spirit of Detroit, City of Detroit
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Dean's Award, University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
2007 - Present
Attorney, Your Legal Service PLLC
2007
Juris Doctor
2004
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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An Introduction to the Importance of Estate Planning
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Importance of Paralegals to the Law Office
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