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Chat withState: Arizona
Acquired: 2004
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14050 N 83rd Ave Ste 290, Peoria, AZ, 85381
202 E. Earll Dr., Suite 160, Phoenix, AZ, 85012
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Posted by AJD | March 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Melissa was a straight shooter from our first meeting, for that, among many other attributes, I am grateful. She always made sure I knew what to expect which, during the time of COVID, was a daunting task. She fought for me and didn't let the other side BS the judge. Melissa and Rhonda were very...
Posted by Ashleigh | March 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney
I knew from my first visit with melissa, she was the one I needed to fight my case. Very professional, and does not take any bull. Always on top of communications with me and was there for me 100% of the time! Mellisa definitely knows what she is doing and that's why I had nothing but 100% faith in h...
Posted by Kaya | May 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I’ve been divorced for over 9 yrs now, and Melissa Bower has been with me every step of the way, through negotiating the divorce terms, developing age appropriate parenting plans as my daughter transitions from toddler to Teen, to finding just the right Parenting Coordinator, and even a name change 5...
Posted by Christina | May 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Melissa Kleminski Bower has been my guardian angel for 3.5 years...and still ongoing. My ex-husband suffered from horrible mental problems and alcoholism and it was necessary for me to remove our children from his care. Melissa successfully accomplished this, secured child support, back child suppo...
Posted by Helen | May 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Melissa was great at billing and communication. She did not fight for me. She knew the law but would not pursue anything that would be in my favor. I was billed close to $20,000. I filed my own separation and responded to my husband's divorce. She only wrote memos. I would never hire this lawye...
"I have known Melissa for many years. We are former co-workers and have remained friends. When I have complicated family law issues and I need advice, I turn to Melissa. She is extremely knowledgeable, detailed and compassionate. I often refer difficult cases to Melissa and she handles them with expertise and professionalism. I highly recommend Melissa!"
"Melissa served as opposing counsel in a family law matter. I found her to be professional, timely and an excellent advocate for her client."
"I have known Melissa for over ten years and have been lucky to have both worked with her in the same office and as opposing attorneys on cases. She is an excellent attorney. I know her to be very diligent, aggressive and able to settle cases. She cares about her clients and is compassionate to them and their needs."
"In a stressful area of law, Ms. Bower has been able to keep cool and gracious and stay focused on getting the best possible results out of her work."
"I endorse this lawyer. Melissa is compassionate and knowledgeable in family law. She has a great attention to detail, which is important in family law cases."
"Melissa is not only knowledgeable of the law, but she is also very compassionate of her clients and well prepared. She is well respected in the legal community, and has the ability to represent her clients zealously while looking at the bigger picture of what is in their best interests."
"I have known Melissa professionally for many years. We worked at the same firm for a brief time. She was wonderful to work with, and she remains a trusted colleague. She is smart, sharp and caring."
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2023
10 Best Family Law Attorney 2023, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2023
Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2022
10 Best Family Law Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2020
10 Best Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2019
10 Best Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2019
10 Best Female Family Law Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2018
10 Best Female Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2018
The National Advocates Top 100, The National Advocates
2016
10 Best Female Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2011 - Present
Partner, Arizona Law Group
2006 - 2011
Associate, Boates & Crump, PLLC
2005 - 2006
Associate, Nirenstein Ruotolo Group
2004 - 2005
Judicial Law Clerk, State of New Jersey Judiciary
2004 - Present
Maricopa County Bar Association
2004 - Present
Arizona Women Lawyers Association
2004 - Present
American Bar Association, Family Law Section
2000 - Present
American Bar Association
2004
JD
2000
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English