Melanie Ann Sedlak

Melanie Ann Sedlak

3.5
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 26 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Fort Collins, CO
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

415 Mason Ct, Fort Collins, CO

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 26 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2000

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Location

Sedlak Law

415 Mason Ct, Fort Collins, CO, 80524

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Melanie Ann Sedlak's Reviews

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3.6 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Case Results

Posted by Angel | March 04, 2026

The best!

"I cannot thank Melanie enough for bringing my brother home. After 5 long years, we were losing hope, but Melanie took the case and fought harder than we ever thought possible. Incredibly knowledgeable attorney, a caring person who truly understood what was at stake for our family. If you need someon...e to fight for your loved one, Melanie is the best."

Posted by Nick | August 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

One of the best lawyers you can hire

Was going through an awful divorce, was accused of a litany of crimes that I didn't do and I needed representation and so Melanie and her office were hired. One of the best decisions I've ever made as she rigorously defended me at every turn and not only was she phenomenal in court, her and her offi...ce helped guide me through multiple steps and hardships that I don't knw if I could have gone through otherwise. I came through the other side, not only vindicated but a much happier person, and I know my decision to have Melanie in my corner was huge part of that.

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 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...ne. Her knowledge and experience is 'worth it's weight in gold'. Thanks Melanie!

Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2011 | Criminal Defense

Melanie Sedlak's Representation

Ms. Sedlak claims to have a vast knowledge of the law and the practice of law. She further claims to be an excellent trial lawyer who learns material quickly and efficiently. Melanie represented me on a Class 5 Felony and the fee schedule for her retainer was $5000. Ms. Sedlak billed over $16000.00 i...n this case and was adequate at best. I was acquitted by a jury but only because I was actually not guilty of the charge, not because Ms. Sedlak was a great attorney. It appears from the number of hours billed that she is not a quick learner and had to review the same material on numerous occassions (billing for each hour in review) in order to be prepared for each task. If you have alot of money to blow, Ms. Sedlak is for you. If you are looking for superior talent at the price quoted, look elsewhere.

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Experience

Rating:  6.5 (Good)

Associations

Colorado Criminal Defense Bar

Member

Colorado Bar Association

Member

Douglas County Bar Association

Member

Weld County Bar Association

Member

Education

1999

St Mary's University of San Antonio School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Westmont College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

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