Melina Shalysse Benninghoff

Melina Shalysse Benninghoff

Licensed for 32 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Madera, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

1925 Howard Rd Ste C, Madera, CA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024
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Licenses

Licensed in California for 32 years

State: California

Acquired: 1993

Not Eligible to Practice Law (Not Entitled)

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024

Location

Law Office of Melina S. Benninghoff, EsQ

1925 Howard Rd Ste C, Madera, CA, 93637

Law Office of Melina Benninghoff

392 W Fallbrook Ave Ste 105, Fresno, CA, 93711-6150

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Melina Shalysse Benninghoff's Reviews

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3.7 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

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Posted by CHARMAINE MOSLEY | September 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

BENNINGHOFF "THE MONSTER UNDER THE BED" IN COURT

MY MOTHER HIRED BENNINGHOFF FOR ME IN A TRANSPORTING SELLS CASE TO A STATE PRISON. I FACED 18 SHE GOT ME A DEAL FOR 2 YEARS WITH 1/2 TIME. SHE CAME THROUGH WITH EVERYTHING IN WHICH SHE HAD PROMISED WHEN SHE WALKED INTO THE ROOM EVERYONE CAME TO ATTENTION. SHE WAS THE MONSTER UNDER THE BED LOL

Posted by Dr. Mike | April 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The Lawyer You Need

I saw Mrs. Benninghoff for two years represent our family. Never have I been more impressed with the professionalism and tenacity that she took towards representing us. She was always prepared, new our case inside-and-out, and after 5 weeks of trial it took the jury less than an hour to determine not...-guilty on multiple felony counts. I even heard one of the opposing lawyers say that 'Mrs. Benninghoff was one of the best defense attorneys she had seen in years.' I could not agree more.

Posted by Ryan | April 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Hired to represent Sister

My family retained Ms. Benninghoff to represent my sister who was facing felony charges in Fresno County. Ms. Benninghoff worked hard on the case and produced a result of no jail time...informal probation and some community service. She worked hard at mitigating the situation and we were impressed wi...th her knowledge and dedication.

Posted by Terryn | April 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Defense Attorney

Ms. Benninghoff represented my son in a politically charged criminal trial that lasted 5 weeks. The jury came back within a couple of hours with not guilty verdicts on all charges. She is a highly effective communicator and was thoroughly prepared each day throughout the trial. I cannot thank her eno...ugh for the worked she did representing us and would highly recommend her to everyone.

Posted by Valerie | April 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Hard-working family oriented and a leader in the quart room

A huge thank you to Melina and a huge sigh of relief with thanks for the hard work she has done has paid off for our family. With the chapter behind us will forever think of you in the future. A job well done- I could not ask for better or more!! Valerie Link

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Experience

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.

Discipline, Probation; no Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2024

updated on 05/21/2024

This sanction means the attorney had a suspension placed on hold (and ultimately removed) by complying with certain requirements.

Private reproval, public disclosure issued in CA, 2018

updated on 01/16/2019

Private reproval, public disclosure means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Education

1992

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of San Francisco School of Law

N/A

University of California - Santa Barbara

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