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Michelle Ane Melen
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Biography
Michelle Melen practices family law in the Redwood City area. Her office is next to Woodside Plaza Shopping Center and has convenient access to the 280 freeway. She is a member of the San Mateo County Bar Association and the Santa Clara County Bar Association.
She received her J.D. from Whittier Law School in 2010. She was a member of the Whittier Law Review. During law school, she worked to help children get the special education services they needed in school in Whittier's Special Education Clinic.
Prior to law school, Michelle worked as a litigation paralegal. Michelle graduated from Willamette University with a B.A. in Politics, where she was a recipient of the Haynes Mc Hale scholarship award.
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Licensed in California for 14 years
State: California
Acquired: 2011
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Law Office of Michelle A. Melen
1690 Woodside Road., Suite 114, Redwood City, CA, 94061
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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Punctuality
Posted by Stephanie | August 07, 2018 | Divorce & Separation
Quick response/Divorce question
I called to ask about recourse, after my divorce, for an undisclosed item. Michelle called back within 10 minutes and spent time discussing even though it was a Washington case that she most likely could not assist with. This is dedication and professionalism at it's best. Thank you Michelle.
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...
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Experience
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 PeninsulaPast President
2012 - Present
Santa Clara County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2012 - Present
San Mateo County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2012 - Present
MaitriVolunteer Attorney
2015 - 2019
Junior League of Palo Alto Mid PeninsulaBoard Member
2011 - 2013
Pro Bono ProjectVolunteer Attorney
2011 - 2014
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersMentee
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
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What is the fastest way to get a divorce?
24 Feb 2020
Q&A
When must a DVRO renewal be served by?
25 Feb 2020
Q&A
In California if I work overtime will child support take all of it or a percentage?
19 Feb 2020