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Mellisa A. Wise graduated from Michigan State University College of Law in 2019. In her first summer as a law student, Mellisa worked as a legal intern at the Washtenaw County Public Defender's Office. Prior to graduation, Mellisa served as a Law Fellow in the Special Victims Bureau of the New York County District Attorney's Office, working closely on investigations and trials involving violent sex crimes and child abuse.. After graduation, Mellisa began working as a line ADA at the New York County District Attorney's Office, handling a large and complex caseload. During her time as a line ADA, Mellisa prosecuted cases involving assaults, child abuse, sex crimes, crimes involving domestic violence, animal abuse, and drunk driving. Mellisa views the training and mentorship she received as an ADA and Law Fellow as invaluable to her litigation practice, and credits her proven winning track record to the intensive and hands-on training provided to her as a prosecutor.. In 2021, Mellisa moved back to her home state of Michigan, settling first in Petoskey, and ultimately in the Boyne area. After moving to northern Michigan, and following her admission to the Michigan bar exam, Mellisa worked in law firms specializing in contract disputes, estate planning, custody/parenting disputes, divorce, adoption, paternity disputes, personal injury, and more.. Mellisa has developed a collaborative practice style, specializing in high conflict parenting time disputes and collaborative divorce proceedings. Mellisa is also an experienced trial attorney and strong courtroom advocate. She is passionate about arming her clients with the tools they need to have a productive and peaceful co-parenting relationship, even when tensions are high.. Having worked professionally as both a criminal defense attorney and a prosecutor, Mellisa developed a unique perspective of the criminal justice system. She has a great appreciation for the importance of prompt communication, proactive lawyering, and thoughtful preparation. When facing the daunting prospective of criminal consequences, Mellisa Wise is well-equipped to protect your rights, mitigate the negative effects of arrest, and help reduce your chances of reoffending and/or future arrest.. Mellisa lives with her husband, stepson, and two dogs. Outside of the office, Mellisa loves to read, bake, and hike with her family. She is endlessly grateful for the northern Michigan community and is proud to serve a large range of counties, including counties located in the Upper Peninsula.

Drunk driving and Criminal Defense law is what I live for. I have always found it fascinating and to keep up on it I research it any time possible. When I am not studying the law I enjoy mountain biking and spending time outdoors. I have been blessed in this life and I never forget it.

Attorney Scott R. Bigger of Manley & Manley provides aggressive representation for clients who are facing charges in Flint and throughout Michigan. When you are in legal trouble, you need a strong advocate who will take your case seriously and fight for your rights. You can count on attorney Bigger to give your case the attention it deserves.. No matter how straightforward it may seem, a criminal case can quickly become complicated. A conviction can affect your life and your future. You could face jail time or substantial fines. Your job could be at risk, and a criminal record can make it difficult for you to find other work. That’s why you need a criminal defense attorney who will fight for you.. Attorney Bigger understands the seriousness of the charges you are facing and the impact they could have. He builds a strong defense based on facts and won’t stop fighting on your behalf until he gets the best possible outcome. He knows the law and he know how to get results.. Attorney Bigger has been recognized for his distinguished research and writing abilities. Through pretrial motions, he has been able to secure successful outcomes for many of his clients. As a leader in this area of practice, he has often served as a mentor to other attorneys.. When you come in for a free case evaluation with attorney Bigger, you can expect him to thoroughly review the details of your case. You can expect him to explain your legal options and give you an honest assessment of what to expect. You can also expect him to take your case seriously and aggressively fight for you.. If you are facing criminal charges, contact us to schedule a free case evaluation.. Background. Attorney Bigger knew early on that he wanted to be a lawyer. As a student at Clarkston High School, he participated in mock trials as well as the teen court program. He continued his education at Grand Valley State University where he received a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Political Science.. While attending Wayne State University Law School, Mr. Bigger received special honors recognition in research and writing reserved for only the top students in each class. He was again top in his class in the advanced legal writing courses. He distinguished himself as an advocate uniquely able to identify winning legal arguments and turn complex legal issues into persuasive legal briefs.. During law school, Mr. Bigger interned for the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office, serving in the Juvenile and Appellate Divisions and also participated in the Criminal Appellate Practice Seminar offered through the State Appellate Defender’s Office.. Attorney Bigger started his legal career in 2011 opening his own practice as a firm dedicated to devoting each client the time and energy that their case deserves and not just as another case number on a court docket. Attorney Bigger established himself as a formidable trial advocate working on some of the most high-profile cases in Genesee County over the last decade.. In 2015, Attorney Bigger was recognized as one of Michigan’s Top 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers Under 40 by the National Trial Lawyers and continues to earn recognition as a top attorney in the industry.

Having been a teacher for 12 years prior to becoming a defense attorney, I know the value of education and learning from your experiences, good or bad. With each case I take I continue to learn new things and sharpen my skills as a lawyer. My reputation is important to me, which keeps me passionate about defending individuals charged with a crime. I want to help them protect their name, their reputation, and their honor.. Having a thorough understanding of all the facts of my client’s case is the foundation on which I build their defense. Because of this, I am better prepared to protect and defend my client’s interests.

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I have been practicing law for almost 25 years, and mostly at the highest levels. As a trial attorney who has tried dozens of capital and severe offenses before juries, I have found that it is the JURY TRIAL experience which is necessary for an attorney to be skilled, prepared and successful. Any attorney can fix a traffic ticket, but when necessary, a client needs to have an attorney who will battle and win, who has been there before and provide the client with alternatives. In the past three years alone, I have been successful is having multiple capital offense crimes (murder, assault with intent to murder, armed robbery, carjacking, etc.) dismissed after taking over the defense or the client was found not guilty. I have tried divorce, custody and support cases my entire career, and have often said that there is no more important cases on our dockets that those dealing with the custody and welfare of our children. Recent case law makes it imperitive that the client  understands that custodial orders will not be changed without substancial and compelling reasons, so you need to get it right the first time. Further, I have recovered over a million dollars in my career in personal injury cases for my clients. You need the confidence in knowing that your attorney has been there before, because these are real courtrooms, real juries and real outcomes that can effect your entire life. Call for a free consultation.

Located in Flint and serving people throughout Michigan, I am an attorney that is here to help! I will work tirelessly to get you the best results. I pride myself on being understanding and easy to talk to. You will find I am willing to go the extra mile to assist in your defense. I am very familiar with hard work and dedication. For the best possible results for your case, you will find my drive, determination, and consistent hard work are unmatched. I am friendly and professional; I know how to get the job done. Most important of all, I will take the time to learn about your case and work tirelessly from start to finish.