Atty. Melanie D Stanton

Atty. Melanie D Stanton

Melanie D Stanton is a lawyer practicing personal injury, divorce, child custody and 8 other areas of law. Melanie received a B.S.N. degree from Wayne State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Traverse City Traverse City 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Melanie D Stanton at a glance

Melanie D Stanton is an Of Counsel based in Traverse City, Michigan, practicing at Foresman & Rozycki, PLLC. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, probate, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1989). Educated at University of Detroit (J.D., 1989) and Wayne State University (B.S.N., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Grand Traverse-Leelanau-Antrim Bar Association (Member, Board of Governors, 1993-1994) State Bar of Michigan (Member, Sections on: Negligence Criminal Law Family Law) Women Lawyers Association of Michigan. Serands clients in Traverse City, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Melanie D Stanton is a lawyer practicing personal injury, divorce, child custody and 8 other areas of law
  • Melanie received a B.S.N. degree from Wayne State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Melanie practices at Foresman & Rozycki, PLLC in Traverse City, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Melanie D Stanton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Melanie D Stanton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Melanie D Stanton is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Michigan →

Child Custody & Visitation

Melanie D Stanton is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Michigan →

Probate

Melanie D Stanton is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Michigan →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Melanie D Stanton is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Melanie D Stanton is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Michigan →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Traverse City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melanie D Stanton

Where is Melanie D Stanton's law office located?
Melanie D Stanton's law practice is located in Traverse City, Michigan. The firm is Foresman & Rozycki, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melanie D Stanton handle?
Melanie D Stanton focuses on divorce, child custody, probate, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Melanie D Stanton practiced law?
Melanie D Stanton has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Melanie D Stanton go to law school?
Melanie D Stanton earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S.N., 1983).
How can I contact Melanie D Stanton for a consultation?
You can contact Melanie D Stanton directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Melanie D Stanton received?
Melanie D Stanton's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Detroit
- 1989
B.S.N.
Wayne State University
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1989

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