$ 350-350 per hour
Melissa Baumgartner Umulis
About Melissa
Biography
Melissa received her undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan in 2006 and graduated cum laude from Pace University School of Law in 2010. Melissa’s practice includes representation of individuals in divorce, post-divorce, custody, paternity, parenting time, Personal Protection Order (PPO) and minor guardianship matters, as well as general civil litigation and criminal matters.
Prior to returning to Michigan, Melissa was employed at the Legal Aid Society’s Juvenile Rights Practice, where she served as the attorney for the children in child protective matters in Bronx Family Court.
Melissa serves on the board of the Women Lawyer’s Association and Zero Tolerance: Ending Child Sexual Abuse and is a member of the State Bar of Michigan Family Law Section Domestic Violence Committee. Additionally, Melissa is a member of Collaborative Practice Institute of Michigan and is trained in the collaborative divorce process.
Native to Traverse City, Melissa enjoys spending time swimming, boating and exploring Northern Michigan with her husband Daniel and their son, Aiden.
Admitted:
2010, State Bar of New York
2014, State Bar of Michigan
Publications:
Trust Issues & Divorce: The Impact of Divorce on Assets Held in Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts,
Michigan Family Law Journal, Volume 47, Number 5, May 2017
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Michigan for 11 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 14 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Pezzetti, Vermetten & Popovits, P.C.
600 E. Front Street, Ste. 102, Traverse City, MI, 49686
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | April 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Calm, but not thorough or supportive
Melissa has an amazingly calm demeanor which provided comfort at the beginning because it was an extremely difficult time. She was efficient. My disappointment was with her inability to be thorough, understand complicated financial situations, and protect me from the mediator. Most disappointing...
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...
Posted by Kathy | September 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Professional and kind
Melissa was very helpful on numerous matters regarding my Ex-husband. She listened, offered quality advise and kept me informed of what was going on. Not only was she supportive professionally, but also in a kind personal manner. I would recommend Melissa Baumgartner to anyone going through divorce ...
Melissa Baumgartner Umulis's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"Melissa is extremely knowledgeable in the areas of family law and child abuse. She is an excellent advocate and person."
"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"
Anders Gillis
Employment and labor lawyer
Jennifer Whitten
Family lawyer
Experience
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 AssociationSecretary
2015 - Present
Zero Tolerance: Ending Child Sexual AbuseBoard 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