Melissa Hillary Lum

Melissa Hillary Lum

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 16 years

Probate Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Probate, Trusts, Corporate & Incorporation ... +2 more

3990 Old Town Avenue Ste C-303, San Diego, CA

About Melissa

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Probate 25%

Represent clients in probate administration and probate disputes.

25%
Trusts 25%

Advocate for clients in the trustee or beneficiary capacity during trust administration and trust disputes.

25%
Corporate and Incorporation 20%

Advise small business owners concerning business start up matters such as entity formation (corporations and LLCs), contracts, and employment considerations.

20%
Guardianship 20%

Assist clients in obtaining guardianships and conservatorships of the person and the estate to protect and care for loved ones.

20%
Estate Planning 10%

Work with clients to plan for the future and security of their family and assets through preparation of trusts, wills, powers of attorney and health care directives.

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 16 years

State: California

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Dean Law Group, APLC

3990 Old Town Avenue Ste C-303, San Diego, CA, 92110

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Melissa Hillary Lum's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Laura | August 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

Competent, capable, experienced contract advice

Melissa assisted my husband and me with some complex items of a property lease agreement. It was very clear that Melissa is adept in contract law. Her communication and timeliness were stellar, and the issues that she identified and helped us successfully negotiate literally saved us from significant... problems down the road. I would and will hire Melissa again in the future.

Posted by anonymous | July 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

Efficient, thorough and great communicator

A friend recommended Melissa to me, and I hired Melissa after our consultation. Melissa was able to review my situation regarding contracts and provide me with effective advice. She was extremely thorough and was able to provide an objective analysis of my situation. Melissa always responded quickly ...to my emails, and is a great communicator. I highly recommend Melissa!

Posted by AJ | April 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Effective and Efficient

I have used Melissa's legal guidance/expertise multiple times for a variety of issues and all were handled with tact, effectiveness (ideal outcomes), and efficiency. She communicates well throughout the issues, helped mitigate my level of stress, and gave details that eased my mind. I have continued ...to consult her for smaller legal related issues and always content with her services.

Posted by anonymous | April 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Corporate & Incorporation

Melissa is very thorough, responsive and knowledgeable

Melissa has successfully helped me set up my first start up business from the ground up. She has been such an asset, from helping me to secure a long term lease, to dealing with complex financial and construction issues. She has saved me tens of thousands of dollars already. Melissa is great at an...ticipating my needs, keeping me current with other small business practices/labor laws and provides excellent planning advice. She is also creating specific business contracts, imperative for the success of my operation. Her legal expertise and knowledge has let me make smarter business decisions and with confidence. I feel more at ease and financially protected which is huge for a small business owner. She is personable, prompt, thorough and very responsive. I have already referred her services to others and I am so thankful to have her watching my back.

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Melissa Hillary Lum's Lawyer Endorsements

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Zachary Lemley

Litigation lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"Melissa is a quality attorney that takes special care to connect with her clients and determine a reasonable approach towards resolution of her cases. She works extremely well with opposing counsel."

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Stephen Yurcich

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Melissa has great attention to detail and is a great advocate for her clients. She is very knowledgeable in employment and business law. I would recommend her for my business clients."

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Paula Phinney

Litigation lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Melissa for several years and have found her to be very knowledgeable and competent. She represents clients with great zeal, passion and professionalism. I have asked Melissa to handle discovery for me and both my clients and I were more than satisfied with her work product. I refer business clients to Melissa with great confidence."

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Laurence Haines

Business lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paula Phinney

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Leaders in Law, Finalist, San Diego Business Journal

2008

Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Legal Services, State Bar of California

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Senior Associate Attorney, The Dean Law Group, APLC

2017 - 2020

Associate Attorney, Goode, Hemme & Barger, APC

2011 - 2017

Attorney, Watkins Firm, Apc

2010 - 2011

Attorney, HainesLaw

2008 - 2010

Attorney, Law Office of Danielle P. Barger, APC

Associations

2020 - Present

Lawyers Club of San Diego

Member

2020 - Present

Probate Attorneys of San Diego

Member

2020 - Present

Professional Fiduciary Association of California

Member

2018 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

Women in eDiscovery

Member

2012 - Present

Junior League of San Diego

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Committee Member

Education

2008

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of California, Santa Barbara

BA

Speaking Engagements

2018

San Diego Paralegal Association's Bridging the Gap

Nightmare on Ethics Street

Languages

English

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