My practice focuese on criminal defense litigation, family law litigation, dependency and neglect matters, and juvenile defense. In my thirteen years as a trial attorney, I have litigated thousands of cases in courts across Colorado -- including cases of first degree murder, aggravated robberies, sexual offenses, organized drug and gang crimes, and family law matters.
My primary experience is in representing individuals facing prosecution by the government and my roster is clients is wide-ranging and includes representing individuals accused of misdemeanors and felonies or those facing administrative sanctions.
In 2005, I entered into private practice after my career as a Deputy State Public Defender. In 2010, I merged my law practice with Houtchens, Houtchens, & Greenfield, joining as a partner.
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415 Mason Ct, Fort Collins, CO, 80524
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Posted by anonymous | May 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney
DO NOT HIRE HER FOR A DIVORCE
She is very limited in her communication. She contacts you 10 min before your hearing after not speaking with you for weeks. She was on my case for 9 months and nothing progressed. I didn't realize I could change attorneys.
Posted by Tom | February 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
She is the BEST
We've all heard the lawyer jokes but once you need a lawyer you will want to have Ms Sedlak on your side. My life was flipped upside down. I couldn't believe I was in my situation. I had a case where I had to hire an attorney. I interviewed with several before hiring Ms Sedlak. She is extremel...
Posted by Crystal | October 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Try someone else
Save your money and choose someone else to handle your divorce. Melanie Sedlak took two weeks to respond to my inquiry about how to handle taxes during our proceedings (the IRS doesn’t wait!) and had the nerve to call me 10 minutes before mediation to ask if I wanted her to be present. Of course when...
Posted by Jen | April 17, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Wonderful Attorney
I hired Melanie for my divorce. Her knowledge and strategies made my case a success. Ms. Sedlak has a great reputation with colleagues. She has a great knowledge of which courts and judges will get results. Melanie was recommended to myself by a good friend. In turn, I recommend Melanie to everyo...
Posted by anonymous | March 22, 2013 | Litigation
The Best Defense
Ms. Sedlak knew what she was doing throughout my trial. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for the best representation. I trust her with my life.
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JD - Juris Doctor
1993
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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