Melissa Baumgartner Umulis

Melissa Baumgartner Umulis

4.8
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 15 years

Family Lawyer at Traverse City, MI
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation

600 E. Front Street, Ste. 102, Traverse City, MI

About Melissa

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 11 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2014

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 15 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2011

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Location

Pezzetti, Vermetten & Popovits, P.C.

600 E. Front Street, Ste. 102, Traverse City, MI, 49686

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Melissa Baumgartner Umulis's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by Michelle | August 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

An ethical, practical, and exceptional attorney!

Melissa (Wilson Kester) represented me in a custody/parenting time case. I feel as though she always kept my son's best interest and well being in the forefront. She never failed to keep me informed throughout the very long process of our complicated case. She was always very thoughtful, thorough,... and even creative at times. Melissa was fantastic about communication and promptly filing necessary documents etc.. I am forever grateful to her for the most favorable outcome we got in our case and the peace of mind that came along with it. I would recommend Melissa to anyone needing help in a family court case, she's amazing!

Posted by Ian | April 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Dedicated and Articulate Professional

Melissa represented me in a tough custody case, that was messy and complicated to say the least. From day one until a favorable settlement, she was thorough and insightful, and clearly demonstrated the extent of her knowledge and experience. In short, she was an absolute pleasure to work with, and... i my go-to family law attorney in the future if needed!

Posted by Jeff | March 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Exemplary

Melissa and team left no stone unturned to get me a fair outcome. I was impressed with the level of professionalism and knowledge she showed compared to the opposition. She did not hesitate to make recommendations even in opposition of my ideas if she thought it would be a better outcome. Money we...ll spent. I would recommend Melissa and team without reservation.

Posted by Rebecca | January 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing resource to have in your corner

Melissa stuck with me through a very difficult divorce and kept me on top of all paperwork and deadlines. She was very timely, professional and informed and took the time to explain everything to me through the whole process. Nothing surprised her and she is very quick thinking and remained steadfast... during court and mediation. If you are going up against a spouse with money/power and don't think you can withstand it, hire Melissa, she evened the playing field for my case.

Posted by Shanasee Freiburger | August 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney

True Professional!

Melissa was a true professional! No matter what she was confronted with she remained poised and professional. She was on top of all paperwork! I never felt like I was waiting on her. Regardless of how many clients she may have been juggling, I always felt first! She was consoling and reassuring throu...gh a very difficult process. Melissa is smart and savvy! With Melissa I always had appropriate guidance and if I ever needed services again Melissa would be my first choice!

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Melissa Baumgartner Umulis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anders Gillis

Family lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with, for, and against Melissa. She is an attorney I trust and respect. I have referred my clients and friends to her for family law matters because I know she will do an outstanding job."

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Jennifer Whitten

Child abuse lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Melissa is extremely knowledgeable in the areas of family law and child abuse. She is an excellent advocate and person."

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Shelley Kester

Family lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Melissa is passionate about family law and is an intelligent, thoughtful and efficient advocate for our clients. She is highly regarded by other attorneys who have worked with her and by the Courts. She is a valued member of the Wilson Kester team! Shelley Kester"

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Anders Gillis

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Jennifer Whitten

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Attorney, Pezzetti, Vermetten & Popovits, P.C.

2015 - Present

Attorney, Wilson Kester

2014 - 2015

Attorney, Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge

2010 - 2014

Attorney, The Legal Aid Society Juvenile Rights Practice

Associations

2018 - Present

Grand Traverse-Leelanau-Antrim Bar Association - Women Lawyers Association

Secretary

2015 - Present

Zero Tolerance: Ending Child Sexual Abuse

Board Treasurer

Education

2010

Pace University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor, Cum Laude

Publications

2017

Michigan Family Law Journal, Volume 47, Number 5 Trust Issues & Divorce: The Impact of Divorce on Assets Held in Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts

Languages

English

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