100% dedicated to criminal defense. Offices Saginaw & Sandusky, MI. Top ratedPractice 100% dedicated to criminal defense. Offices Saginaw and Sandusky, MI. Top rated
Practice areas
25 years
25 years
Languages spoken
English
MELTON LAW FIRM
120 N Michigan Ave
Suite 318
Saginaw, MI, 48602
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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MI | Active And In Good Standing | 1997 | 06/27/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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America’s most honored professionals | American Registry | 2018 |
Top 100 Lawyers | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2016 |
BV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2015 |
Top Contributor | AVVO | 2014 |
Accredited Business | Better Business Bureau | 2013 |
Top Contributor | AVVO | 2013 |
40 Hour General Civil Mediation Training Certificate | Institute for Continuing Legal Education | 2005 |
Honorable Discharge | United States Army Reserves | 1997 |
Book Award- Litigation Seminar | Michigan State University College of Law | 1996 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Melton Law Firm | 2010 - Present |
Associate | Weltman Weinberg & Reis Co. Lpa | 2007 - 2010 |
Attorney | Law Office of John E. Melton | 2001 - 2007 |
Associate | Law Weathers & Richardson | 1999 - 2001 |
Assistant Corporation Counsel | City Of Detroit Law Department | 1997 - 1999 |
Senior Legal NCO -70th Division | United States Army | 1995 - 1997 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Saginaw County Bar Association | Member | 2015 - Present |
Better Business Bureau | Accredited Business | 2013 - Present |
Michigan Creditors Bar Association | Associate Member | 2011 - Present |
Sanilac County Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
United States District Court Western District of Michigan | Admitted to Practice | 2008 - Present |
United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan | Admitted to Practice | 1998 - Present |
State Bar of Michigan | Member | 1997 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Weltman Wienberg & Reis Website | Client Advisory | 2009 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Wayne State University | BPA | 1996 |
Michigan State University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1993 |
Leadership Academy - U.S. Army | Certificate of Completion | 1990 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Collection Law From Start to Finish | Foreclosure Law Workshop | 2010 |
Moot Court Honor Society | Competition Judge | 2009 |
Case name | Outcome |
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CSC 2nd DISMISSED | Case DISMISSED before trial. |
CSC- NOT GUILTY Oct 2017 | Not guilty |
Threat of Terrorism- NOT GUILTY | Not guilty |
Assault by Strangulation | Not guilty at jury trial |
CSC Case- Client Wrongfully Accused | Client plead to a misdemeanor- NO JAIL |
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Glenn Mccandliss, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Mar 10, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Melton is a brilliant attorney who is the best in his field. He gets the job done without fail for his clients.
Seth Goldner, General practice Attorney on Mar 20, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known and worked with attorney Melton for over ten years and think very highly of him as a litigator. We have teamed up on many cases together and have achieved very favorable results for our clients. Attorney Melton has a great working knowledge of most areas of law and is an excellent litigator and trial attorney. I endorse him without reservation-he charges very reasonable rates and takes care of his clients.
Judd Nemiro, Unknown Attorney on Apr 22, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer for their knowledge and dedication.
Hovanes Margarian, Unknown Attorney on Dec 12, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Ryan Fishman, Debt collection Attorney on Dec 9, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Eric Leckie, Commercial real estate Attorney on Dec 4, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. An expert in his field. Highly skilled litigator that can be counted on to get exceptional results for his clients in the toughest cases. My highest recommendation.
Nima Haddadi, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 12, 2014
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Very good attorney that does great work for his clients.
Michael Cronkright, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 4, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Robert Harris, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 19, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr Melton gives honest advice, practical answers on AVVO. He is a skilled and concerned advocate for his clients. I'd recommend him to anyone needing an excellent attorney.
Joshua Jones, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 13, 2013
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I endorse Attorney Melton. His answers and advice are always spot on.
J. Catchick, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 9, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I strongly endorse Mr. Melton. He works tirelessly to effectively present all the best defenses for his clients. A top notch attorney.
Brian Thomas, Business Attorney on Apr 3, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Richard Kent, Debt collection Attorney on Mar 22, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer very heartily. Have known him for years; we've worked together on criminal, debt collection and estate matters. He's hard working reliable and a good man to boot. Four stars.
Joseph Jammal, Debt collection Attorney on Mar 19, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
John Melton has continuously demonstrated his knowledge of state and federal law as well as the court rules on numerous matters which we have collectively worked. I strongly endorse this lawyer.
Jonathan Rosenthal, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 19, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
John is an excellent lawyer. He works hard for his clients and is conscientious. I recommend him to any client looking for representation in a criminal mater.
Kevin Trost, Commercial real estate Attorney on Mar 14, 2013
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John is a knowledgeable and effective advocate for his clients. He takes the time to understand their legal situations and explain their best options for moving forward.
Daniel Findling, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 13, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
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