Melissa Baumgartner Umulis

Melissa Baumgartner Umulis

4.8
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 14 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 14 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

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4.8 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jason | December 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Child Custody Case won

Melissa did a great job as my counsel keeping my son's best interest at the forefront while navigating a custody and parenting time motion I was defending. I believe, without Melissa's help, the outcome would not have been the same nor ended as well.

Posted by Steve | November 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Stress Reliever!

Melissa helped me in my divorce case after I switched attorneys late in the process. She was very organized, well spoken and calm when I wasn't. Highly recommend Melissa for sure!

Posted by Chris | April 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Knowledgable and effective...

Melissa played a large role in my divorce case alongside Shelley Kester. She is smart, very responsive and can quickly move the process along. Early on my business was needing protection and she took immediate action fighting for it. It was extremely stressful but she saved the day. Her professio...nalism shined in the courtroom as well. I am very grateful to have had her represent me.

Posted by anonymous | March 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Exemplary, precise and professional service !

"We sought Melissa’s services regarding an issue regarding my seventeen year old son that involved DHS/Child Protective Services. Melissa's expertise regarding my situation was unprecedented. Her extensive knowledge and experience in this type of case allowed me to put my complete faith and trust ...in her ability from day one. Melissa's relationship with the court and the government agencies involved speaks volumes about her integrity and status in the area of child/family law. She was able to develop a plan to protect myself and my family while reaching the best possible outcome for all those involved. This plan was precisely executed to the letter from start to finish. Melissa was very efficient with her time and more than reasonable with the hours she billed. I always felt throughout this process that my case was a top priority for Melissa. This was probably the most difficult situation my family and I have ever been through and I can not say enough about how well Melissa handled this case. I would highly recommend to anyone in need of her services."

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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

Employment and labor lawyer

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Jennifer Whitten

Family lawyer

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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