Atty. Michelle Ane Melen

Atty. Michelle Ane Melen

Michelle Ane Melen is a lawyer practicing family law, child custody, child support and 2 other areas of law. Michelle received a degree from Willamette University, Salem OR, and has been licensed for 15 years.

Redwood City Redwood City 15 yrs experience 15 year
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About Michelle Ane Melen at a glance

Michelle Ane Melen is a divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and alimony attorney based in Redwood City, California, practicing at Law Office of Michelle A. Melen. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Admitted to practice in California (2011). Educated at Whittier College School of Law (JD, 2010) and Willamette University, Salem OR Whittier College School of Law, CA (—). Serands clients in Redwood City, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michelle Ane Melen is a lawyer practicing family law, child custody, child support and 2 other areas of law
  • Michelle received a degree from Willamette University, Salem OR, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • Michelle practices at Law Office of Michelle A. Melen in Redwood City, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michelle Ane Melen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michelle Ane Melen 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.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Child Support

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Alimony / Spousal Support

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Redwood City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michelle Ane Melen

Where is Michelle Ane Melen's law office located?
Michelle Ane Melen's law practice is located in Redwood City, California. The firm is Law Office of Michelle A. Melen. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michelle Ane Melen handle?
Michelle Ane Melen focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, alimony. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michelle Ane Melen practiced law?
Michelle Ane Melen has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Michelle Ane Melen go to law school?
Michelle Ane Melen earned their education at (JD, 2010); (—).
How can I contact Michelle Ane Melen for a consultation?
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Education

JD
Whittier College School of Law
- 2010
Willamette University, Salem OR Whittier College School of Law, CA
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2011

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