Atty. Melissa N. Collar

Atty. Melissa N. Collar

Melissa N. Collar is a lawyer practicing real estate law, construction law, business and 3 other areas of law.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Melissa N. Collar at a glance

Melissa N. Collar is a Partner based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Warner Norcross + Judd LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, construction, health care, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1994). Educated at Wayne State University (J.D., 1994) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1991). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Melissa N. Collar is a lawyer practicing real estate law, construction law, business and 3 other areas of law
  • Melissa received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Melissa practices at Warner Norcross + Judd LLP in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa N. Collar's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Melissa N. Collar handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Melissa N. Collar is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Michigan →

Construction Law

Melissa N. Collar is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Michigan →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 Grand Rapids 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 Melissa N. Collar

Where is Melissa N. Collar's law office located?
Melissa N. Collar's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Warner Norcross + Judd LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa N. Collar handle?
Melissa N. Collar focuses on business, real estate, construction, health care, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Melissa N. Collar practiced law?
Melissa N. Collar has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Melissa N. Collar go to law school?
Melissa N. Collar earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Melissa N. Collar for a consultation?
You can contact Melissa N. Collar 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 Melissa N. Collar received?
Melissa N. Collar's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Wayne State University
- 1994
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1991

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1994

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