Melissa E. Whitman practices in the areas of domestic relations and commercial litigation. She also has experience in mergers and acquisitions and securities law and began her legal career as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for abused and neglected children.
Personally, Melissa volunteers on behalf of injured and neglected animals and enjoys skiing, sewing, and Bikram yoga.
Admitted to Practice
- Colorado State Bar Association, 1999
- State Bar of Michigan, 2003
Education
- University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1994)
- Washington and Lee School of Law (J.D., 1999); Managing Editor, Virginia Capital Case Clearinghouse
Professional Affiliations
- State Bar of Michigan
- Colorado State Bar Association
- Grand Traverse/Leelanau/Antrim Bar Association
Previous Professional Experience
- Attorney – Blakeslee & Chambers, P.C, Traverse City, MI
Publications
- “Communicating with Juries,” Capital Defense Journal
