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Biography
Mary Melech is a Special Assistant State's Attorney of Burleigh County, North Dakota. She graduated cum laude from the University of California, Los Angeles, earning her degree in Political Science. Upon graduation from UCLA, Mary attended Chapman University School of Law on a full merit scholarship. Mary graduated from law school in 2011, and was admitted to the State Bar of California later that year. In 2018 and 2019, Mary was selected by Super Lawyers as one of Southern California's Rising Stars, which is a designation reserved for only 2.5 percent of lawyers statewide.
Mary was admitted to the State Bar of North Dakota in 2019.
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Licensed in North Dakota for 6 years
State: North Dakota
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 14 years
State: California
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Burleigh County Social Services
415 E. Rosser Ave., Ste. 113, Bismarck, ND, 58501
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Posted by Marie | March 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Mary Melech what a blessing she is!
Mary Melech is beyond outstanding! I was so proud to have an educated, poised, beautiful, passionate and professional woman stand by me and represent me at trail. She came in prepared and ready to preform and was she a class act. We knew we were walking into the lions den (because my soon to be ex...
Posted by Jared | December 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Amazing
I was notified 4 days before my court date that my son's mother acquired a lawyer for our custody battle, so I met with Mary the next day and I can say it was the best decision I've made for my battle. She diligently helped me gain more custody of my son, she has an amazing personality and I am very ...
Posted by Alexandra | August 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
She's there for you
I shopped around a lot for a case involving a nasty custody battle with my ex husband. After several meetings with different attorneys I trusted my instinct and went with Mary. Based on the severity of my situation, this was one of the best decisions I have made in my life. Mary was honest with me...
Posted by Robert | March 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family
family lawyer
Ms.Melech was attentive and informative . I was extremely impressed by her and recommend her to all my family and friends. if I ever need another family attorney Mary will always be my choice. she's extremely knowledgeable about family law.the most important she is passionate about what she does....
Posted by Mike | February 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family
Determine of child arrears
Mary is a great attorney, helped me to understand and reassured me of the process that goes in family law. Thanks Mary for your time, efforts, and determination. Job well done. "Go go Power Rangers"
Mary Elizabeth Melech's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mary Melech is a bright, skilled and compassionate advocate. She is passionate about her work and goes above and beyond for her clients. Fierce in the courtroom, and empathetic and patient when she needs to be. I endorse this attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Superb Rated Attorney, Avvo
2011
Public Interest Law Foundation Pro Bono Service Award, Chapman University School of Law
2008
President's Merit Scholarship, Chapman University School of Law
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Special Assistant State's Attorney, Burleigh County Social Services
2018 - 2019
Attorney, Law Office of Patricia A. Hendrickson
2015 - 2018
Associate Attorney, Holstrom, Block & Parke, APLC
2012 - 2015
Supervising Attorney of Family Law Assessment Clinic, Legal Aid Society Of Orange County
2011 - 2011
Extern, Human Rights Watch
2010 - 2010
Law Clerk, Orange County Public Defender's Office
2009 - 2009
Law Clerk, Legal Aid Society Of Orange County
Associations
2016 - Present
Orange County Lavender Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
State Bar of California, Family Law SectionMember
2014 - Present
American Civil Liberties Union of Southern CaliforniaMember
2013 - Present
Orange County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2013 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
National Lawyers GuildMember
2011 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2011 - Present
U.S. District Court, Central California
Education
2011
Chapman University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
University of California - Los Angeles
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
California High School Mock Trial Finals
Scoring Judge
2016
Orange County NORML Monthly Meeting
Child Custody and Cannabis - "How do I keep my kid and my medical cannabis?"
2016
Inland County Legal Services Family Law Clinic
Family Law
2016
H.I.S. House -- Homeless Intervention Shelter and House Legal Workshop
Family and Criminal Law Workshop
2015
Orange County Clean Slate Expungement Clinic
Expungements
2014
State Bar of California Access to Justice Commission's Regional Meeting -- Los Angeles
Modest Means Incubator Project
2014
State Bar of California Access to Justice Commission's Regional Meeting -- Fresno
Modest Means Incubator Project
2014
Internships with the Legal Aid Society of Orange County at Chapman University School of Law
Internships with the Legal Aid Society of Orange County
Publications
2016
California Lawyer Magazine
The State of Facebook and Family Law
2013
Languages
English