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Melanie Klark Szawara
MKS Law, PLLC
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Biography
Melanie grew up in Dexter, graduating in 1996. She attended Western Michigan University for undergrad (1996-1999), majoring in political science-public law and then Michigan State University for Law School (2000-2003).
After graduation and passing the bar exam she began her law practice in Grand Rapids at RizzoBryan. For the first 5 years, she practiced in the areas of both insurance defense and family law. Melanie moved back to South east Michigan and practiced primarily family law with Harris and Literski (Brighton) for over 12 years. She is a certified trained mediator.
She opened MKS Law, PLLC in 2021 in Dexter, Michigan. Melanie focuses her practice in family law.
Practice Area
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Michigan
- State Bar of Michigan
- ID Number: P66205
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Professional Experience
- Solo Practioner
- MKS Law, PLLC
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- Solo practioner specializing in Family Law
- Associate Attorney
- Harris & Literski
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- Practiced in Family Law
- Associate Attorney
- RizzoBryan
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- Specialized in Family Law and Insurance Defense.
Education
- Michigan State University College of Law
- J.D. (2003) | Law
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- Activities: Women's Law Caucus Moot Court
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- Western Michigan University
- B.A. (1999) | Political Science- Public Law
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- Honors: Honors Thesis Cum Laude
- Activities: Residence Hall Association Western Student Association Marching Band, Color Guard Residence Hall Advisor and Assistant Director
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Professional Associations
- Washtenaw County Bar Association
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- Dexter Community Fund
- Secretary
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- Dexter Rotary Club
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- Livingston County Bar Association
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- State Bar of Michigan # P66205
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Certifications
- Certified Domestic Mediator
- Michigan State Court Administrator
Websites & Blogs
- Website
- MKS Law, PLLC
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