Michelle Ane Melen

Michelle Ane Melen

5.0
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 14 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Redwood City, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

1690 Woodside Road., Suite 114, Redwood City, CA

About Michelle

Biography

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 14 years

State: California

Acquired: 2011

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Location

Law Office of Michelle A. Melen

1690 Woodside Road., Suite 114, Redwood City, CA, 94061

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Michelle Ane Melen's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 7 of 7 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Masha | December 18, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Great and Intelligent Lawyer

Michelle is and has been a true Blessing to my Divorce and Custody Case. She is very available and there for you. I'm so very glad that she absolutely took on my difficult case and stayed optimistic. She is extremely intelligent and knows the Law. She always followed through and was very punctual. Sh...e was also accommodating as I live in San Jose and her office is in Redwood City. Many times she would meet me halfway. She always kept me informed either by phone , email, or both. She has a great personality as well. I would absolutely recommend her.

Posted by Vaibhav | March 31, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Amazing person and excellent lawyer...

Going through divorce is not easy for anyone especially when your ex-spouse creates so many issues unnecessarily. I was totally heartbroken and shocked at the same time to see how my ex behaved. I was served with the divorce papers and was looking for attorney to respond and boy I'm so glad that I fo...und Michelle. I called her and discussed my case with her. She was so patient and listened to me for a while and then explained me the whole process. She then came to meet me the next day and gave me some paperwork to sign (her retention agreement) and started on the case. She prepared the required documentation in no time and sent to me on email. As I travel extensively, she co-operated with me and always was there whenever I needed her advise. She is straightforward, trustworthy and very knowledgeable. She always kept me in the loop whenever she responded to my ex's attorney and always called me / texted me with the updates. She also helped me with my 401k plus split (QDRO) even though she is not an expert on that. She was always there to help whatever it was. I'm now completely done with my case and moved on in my life and I'm fully satisfied the way Michelle handled my case. Her charges are very nominal and the best in the industry. I highly recommend her and would anytime hire her again if needed. She is person you need on your side during divorce. Regards Vaibhav

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Honors

2021

Rising Star Award, California Super Lawyers

2010

Wills and Trusts, CALI Excellence for the Future Award

2010

Dean's List, Whittier Law School

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Michelle A. Melen

Associations

2023 - Present

Junior League of Palo Alto Mid Peninsula

Past President

2012 - Present

Santa Clara County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2012 - Present

San Mateo County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2012 - Present

Maitri

Volunteer Attorney

2015 - 2019

Junior League of Palo Alto Mid Peninsula

Board Member

2011 - 2013

Pro Bono Project

Volunteer Attorney

2011 - 2014

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Mentee

Education

2010

Whittier College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

Willamette University

BA

Speaking Engagements

2020

Single Parents Group

Family Law Q&A

2017

Team Castilleja

High School Mock Trial Coach

Publications

2010

Whittier Law Review Staff Member

Languages

English

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