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Sterling Law handles most family law matters on behalf of both women and men, married and unmarried, including divorce, separation, custody, parenting time, paternity, pre-nuptial agreements, and personal protection orders. Sterling Law is the Northern Michigan affiliate of the American Divorce Association for Men (ADAM), specializing in the family law needs of men. In addition to family law, the firm also provides legal services in the area of:  Estate Planning, Probate, Succession Planning, Real Estate and Small Business Formation, and also provides referrals for Immigration and Social Security disability matters.. * 39 years of legal experience; 49 years as a social justice activist* Assembled, trained, and supervises a “sterling” team of associate attorneys and support staff* Innovative and efficient manager of Sterling Law* Community leader

Phelps Legal Group offers legal services in the area of family and adoption law and fertility law. Our mission is to defend the cause of the fatherless by serving families who are seeking to adopt children domestically or internationally.

On the first day of law school, they asked why were there. I replied that "I've always wanted to find out what was behind the wizard's curtain." Since that day, I have continued in my pursuit of knowledge and have been fascinated to learn that the law is an ever changing thing. It is shaped and molded by those that study and apply it. My first passion is being in the court room. I understand that listening to my cleints and being their voice is my main job as an advocate for the rights of my clients. I have worked hard to earn the reputation of being The Proven Fighter. I will continue to tirelessly work to protect the rights of my clients in and out of the courtroom.. I am blessed to live and work in Northern Michigan with my wife and daughter. It is truly a special place and has some of the best people in the world. We take advantage of everything the greater Traverse City area has to offer. When I not at work, I like to spend time with my family, go to the State Theater, hike, fish and go to great restaurants.

Melissa received her undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan in 2006 and graduated cum laude from Pace University School of Law in 2010. Melissa’s practice includes representation of individuals in divorce, post-divorce, custody, paternity, parenting time, Personal Protection Order (PPO) and minor guardianship matters, as well as general civil litigation and criminal matters.Prior to returning to Michigan, Melissa was employed at the Legal Aid Society’s Juvenile Rights Practice, where she served as the attorney for the children in child protective matters in Bronx Family Court.Melissa serves on the board of the Women Lawyer’s Association and Zero Tolerance: Ending Child Sexual Abuse and is a member of the State Bar of Michigan Family Law Section Domestic Violence Committee. Additionally, Melissa is a member of Collaborative Practice Institute of Michigan and is trained in the collaborative divorce process.Native to Traverse City, Melissa enjoys spending time swimming, boating and exploring Northern Michigan with her husband Daniel and their son, Aiden.Admitted:2010, State Bar of New York2014, State Bar of Michigan. Publications:Trust Issues & Divorce: The Impact of Divorce on Assets Held in Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts,Michigan Family Law Journal, Volume 47, Number 5, May 2017

I help parents understand and navigate Michigan's child support system. I also write legal blog articles for other attorneys.. All law schools are not created equal, and I graduated from top-tier Southern Methodist University's Dedman School of Law, with honors and a member of the SMU International Law Review. I scored at the 99th percentile on the ACT, the 90th percentile on the LSAT and about the 94th percentile on the bar exam. In high school, I won awards for achievement in math, and I'm proud to be in the minority of attorneys who enjoy number crunching. I can help you understand Michigan's child support system, or help you write a fun and informative article for your legal blog.

Drawing upon life and work experiences, I seek to serve clients by providing practical legal solutions to life's complex problems.  I will work with you to understand your needs, goals and legal objectives to determine the best plan of action to help you succeed.  I do not take a cookie-cutter approach to any case, but listen carefully to you needs and tailor a legal approach to fit your budget, your family's needs, and your legal goals. I will work hard to tipe the scales of justice in your favor.

At Sterling Law, I handle mostly family law matters on behalf of both men and women, married and unmarried, including divorce, separation, custody, parenting time, paternity, pre-nuptial agreements, and personal protection orders. At Sterling Law we care for our clients by totally dedicating ourselves to their cases, by giving guidance and answering questions in a timely effective way, and by being well-prepared in court. We take our clients' cases to heart and pursue their goals with the talent and resources of our minds and our 50-plus years of experience. Call our office for a free phone consult -.

"Per Aspera Ad Astra". From Difficulties to the Stars. I am a former social worker who went into the law to be able to advocate more effectively for families and children.. Nobody wins unless everybody wins.. Call for a free consultation:  Divorce-Custody-Post-Judgment-Collaborative Divorce-Mediation-Guardianship-Estate Planning-Prenuptial Agreements.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Traverse City and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Traverse City and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Traverse City and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Traverse City and surrounding areas.