Melanie Ann Porter

Melanie Ann Porter

5.0
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 18 years

Employment and labor Lawyer Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Antitrust & Trade Law

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 4 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2021

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Licensed in California for 18 years

State: California

Acquired: 2007

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Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2008

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Melanie Ann Porter's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by anonymous | July 23, 2015 | Wrongful Termination

Worst period of my career

I had never been fired before, so it was even harder to deal with the fact that I was let go unlawfully. Melanie was very specific and attentive to details in our initial meetings - she didn't miss a detail. Any time we had an inquiry she was readily available. She has an excellent understanding of e...mployment law and equally great communication skills. I would highly recommend her for anyone with a matter concerning employment law. I hope I never need her services again, but if I do I am confident knowing I will have an honest, ethical attorney working for me.

Posted by Heather | June 23, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Trustworthy and Professional

Melanie Porter is by far one of the best attorneys by referral. Melanie was my attorney for a very complex case that was in need of discretion and someone I could trust with my sensitive case. My case was not out of the norm, however it did require a lot of investigation, and determination in bringi...ng both sides to a settlement to my advantage, otherwise going to trial would of been costly. Melanie avoided trial, and came to a settlement via litigation. Melanie is hard working, beleived in me and went to bat for her client, (myself). Melanie takes her work to heart, and has the knowledge and the skills it takes to win. She is persistent and determined, I will always be greatful for her as my attorney..I highly recommend Melanie.

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Kevin Murphy

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Friend

"Melanie Porter's tenacity is only surpassed by her diligence and attention to detail. Melanie's ability to "think outside the box" enables her to not only achieve, but constantly exceed all client expectations. I endorse her professional skills unequivocally!"

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2008.

Private reproval, public disclosure issued in CA, 2008

updated on 06/22/2015

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.

Honors

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2006

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

2006

Pro Bono Honors Society Award, California Western School of Law

2006

Business Organizations, AmJur Award

2004

Property II, AmJur Award

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Attorney, Stephen Danz & Associates

2014 - 2015

Managing Attorney/Of Counsel, Bolander Law Group

Associations

2015 - Present

California Applicants' Attorneys Association

Member

2015 - Present

California Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - Present

Consumer Attorneys of San Diego

Member

American Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2015

Los Angeles County Bar Foundation

Member

2008 - 2015

San Diego County Bar Association

Member

Education

2006

California Western School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of California - Los Angeles

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

Languages

English

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