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.
Practice areas
Child Welfare, Economic Assistance, and Adult Services
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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ND | Authorized to Practice Law | 2019 | 12/08/2020 |
CA | Inactive | 2011 | 10/28/2020 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2019 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2018 |
Superb Rated Attorney | Avvo | 2016 |
Public Interest Law Foundation Pro Bono Service Award | Chapman University School of Law | 2011 |
President's Merit Scholarship | Chapman University School of Law | 2008 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Special Assistant State's Attorney | Burleigh County Social Services | 2019 - Present |
Attorney | Law Office of Patricia A. Hendrickson | 2018 - 2019 |
Associate Attorney | Holstrom, Block & Parke, APLC | 2015 - 2018 |
Supervising Attorney of Family Law Assessment Clinic | Legal Aid Society Of Orange County | 2012 - 2015 |
Extern | Human Rights Watch | 2011 - 2011 |
Law Clerk | Orange County Public Defender's Office | 2010 - 2010 |
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Law Clerk | Legal Aid Society Of Orange County | 2009 - 2009 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Orange County Lavender Bar Association | Member | 2016 - Present |
State Bar of California, Family Law Section | Member | 2016 - Present |
American Civil Liberties Union of Southern California | Member | 2014 - Present |
Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section | Member | 2013 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
National Lawyers Guild | Member | 2011 - Present |
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State Bar of California | Member | 2011 - Present |
U.S. District Court, Central California | N/A | 2011 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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California Lawyer Magazine | The State of Facebook and Family Law | 2016 |
Daily Journal | Family law clinic provides educational escape from classroom (interviewed) | 2013 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Chapman University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2011 |
University of California - Los Angeles | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2008 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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California High School Mock Trial Finals | Scoring Judge | 2017 |
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 | 2016 |
Orange County Clean Slate Expungement Clinic | Expungements | 2015 |
State Bar of California Access to Justice Commission's Regional Meeting -- Los Angeles | Modest Means Incubator Project | 2014 |
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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 | 2014 |
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Elisabeth Donovan, Family Attorney on Oct 20, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
William Tanner, Family Attorney on Sep 7, 2015
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. I have known her since she was in law school. She is bright and competent. She handles herself and her cases very professionally. I would recommend her to anyone needing legal services.
Christopher Markelz, Family Attorney on Jan 18, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mary is one of the most gifted attorneys I have the pleasure of knowing. Mary's combination of superb writing ability and poise in the courtroom make her a remarkable asset to any firm and coveted advocate to clients. I highly recommend this rising star in the Souther California legal community.
Ilian Alchehayed, Family Attorney on Jun 27, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Melech is a very caring attorney and very knowledgeable in family law. Any client is very lucky to have Ms. Melech in their corner advocating on their behalf. I endorse this lawyer.
Mary is a bright and aggressive advocate who works tirelessly for her clients. She is highly respected within the legal community and delivers great results for her clients. They are in good hands with Mary Melech. I endorse this lawyer.
Krystle Lilly, Family Attorney on Jun 8, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Michelle Brooker, Domestic violence Attorney on Apr 13, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
James Parke, Child custody Attorney on Mar 25, 2016
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse this lawyer.
Ronald Funk, Family Attorney on Mar 18, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mary is very bright and capable. She has a great understanding of the law. I endorse this lawyer.
Sheila-Marie Finkelstein, Family Attorney on Mar 18, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
Mary Melech is a very approachable family law attorney. She cares about her clients.
Kristen Holstrom, Child custody Attorney on Mar 18, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Ms. Melech is a strong, detail oriented and talented lawyer. She is aggressive when she needs to be and a great advocate for her clients. I endorse Ms. Melech.
Dayn Holstrom, Family Attorney on Mar 17, 2016
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse this lawyer.
William Peacock, Family Attorney on Feb 17, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
Smart. Tough. Friendly. There aren't enough positive adjectives to describe this attorney. Mary is a heck of a lawyer.
Chandra Moss, Family Attorney on Jan 15, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Carrie Block, Family Attorney on Dec 13, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Elisabeth Lord, Family Attorney on Nov 20, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Marie Braun, Family Attorney on Nov 19, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Kathleen Keeley, Child custody Attorney on Nov 5, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
An attorney with a great reputation inside and outside of the courtroom.
Samantha McBride, Family Attorney on Nov 4, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Sharon Anderson, Family Attorney on Nov 4, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mary Melech is a compassionate advocate for her clients and a skilled litigator with a strong attention to detail.
Elisabeth Donovan, Family Attorney on Oct 20, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
William Tanner, Family Attorney on Sep 7, 2015
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. I have known her since she was in law school. She is bright and competent. She handles herself and her cases very professionally. I would recommend her to anyone needing legal services.