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

Practice Areas

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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Posted by anonymous | June 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Michelle is amazing, professional and caring. She was a life saver for me!!

The initial consultation was a clear, concise and helpful insight in what I was facing legally with my case. I talked with a few attorneys. (One f them was very expensive.) But I liked her the most. She was very knowledgeable and honest. Thanks to her advice, I have happy life with my child now. Mich...elle is caring and truly looking out for your best interest. If you're in need of an attorney, I highly recommend hiring Michelle Melen.

Posted by Zee | June 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent attorney

Michelle is a very intelligent and caring attorney. My case was very complex and Michelle was very quick to file all the paper work. She accomplished everything that I wanted done in my case, and got a final judgement in my favor. She was very patient and supportive though the process and takes the t...ime to get to know her clients. She was very fast to respond to questions I had thought out my case. It’s hard to find an attorney that is so dedicated to help their clients in such a caring way as Michelle did. I would definitely recommend Michelle to other people.

Posted by Jennet | July 21, 2014 | Child Custody

Child Custody Battle

I recommend Michelle Melen to handle family law cases. I replaced my first lawyer with Michelle and I was very happy I chose her. Her rate was one half lower and she was more attentive to my case. I can call and talk to her anytime. English is my second Language. Michelle has a lot of patience, expl...aining to me, coaching before mediation. I was able to get 50/50 custody of my child with child support and spousal support even though the judge had already granted temporary full custody of my child by my husband. If I did not get Michelle as my lawyer, I probably would not have got what I wanted. Thank you Michelle. Jennet.

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

Activity

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