Melissa Kleminski Bower

Melissa Kleminski Bower

Arizona Family Law and Divorce Attorney - Stewart Law Group
  • Divorce, Family Law
  • Arizona
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Melissa Kleminski Bower is an Associate Attorney with the Stewart Law Group. Having joined the legal team in 2011, she works from the firm’s Peoria office location. She graduated with her Bachelor of Arts degree in 2000 with a 3.6 GPA from the University of Arizona. Her Juris Doctor degree (2004) is from The University of Denver Sturm Law School. No stranger to personal challenges, Melissa worked full time while attending law school classes at night, holding externships, and participating as a volunteer in legal programs. As a law school student, she took a month and travelled to Beijing, China, in the summer abroad program, something she calls a "humbling experience.” Early in her legal career, she took a job as a Judicial Clerk for a South New Jersey family court judge, the position solidified her determination to practice family law back here in Arizona. Around the office, she is known to be funny, compassionate, and fair. She realizes how challenging divorce and family law matters can be and that her clients are going through one of the most difficult times in their lives. They need to trust that she will be honest and forthcoming about what may or may not happen in the case. Melissa believes in complete honesty, so her clients know what to expect and can prepare themselves for what may come. Because communication is essential for the best possible outcome, she believes in keeping each of her clients involved every step of the way. Assisting her clients in reaching a resolution outside the courtroom whenever possible, she litigates aggressively and effectively when necessary. Away from work, she enjoys photography and volunteers with ‘Ask a Lawyer’ and with Habitat for Humanity. Most of all, she loves spending time with her family, loyal D-Backs fans who go to at least one game a month when they can.

Practice Areas
    Divorce
    Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
    Family Law
    Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Fees
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Arizona
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Associate Attorney
Stewart Law Group
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Associate Attorney
Boates Law Firm, PLLC
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Associate Attorney
Nirenstein, Ruotolo and Gonzalez, PLC
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Law Clerk to the Honorable Karen L. Suter
State of New Jersey, Burlington County, Family Division
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Contract Project Attorney
JuriStaff
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Education
The University of Denver Sturm College of Law
J.D. | Law
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University of Arizona
B.A.
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Awards
10 Best Family Law Attorney
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
Top 10 Attorney.
National Academy of Family Law Attorneys.
10 Best Family Law Attorney
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
10 Best Family Law Attorney
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
10 Best Family Law Attorney
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
10 Best Attorney
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
10 Best Female Family Law Attorney
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
10 Best Female Attorney
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
10 Best Female Attorneys
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
Professional Associations
State Bar of Arizona
Member
Current
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Maricopa County Bar Association
Family Law Section Member
Current
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Websites & Blogs
Website
Peoria Family Law Attorney
Contact & Map
Phoenix (Main) Office
202 E Earll Dr Ste 160
Phoenix, AZ 85012
Telephone: (602) 548-3400
Peoria Office
14050 N 83rd Ave Suite 290
Peoria, AZ 85381-5650
Telephone: (623) 561-8200
Glendale Office
20325 N 51st Ave Ste 134
Glendale, AZ 85308
Telephone: (623) 815-4700
Scottsdale Office
17470 N Pacesetter Way
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Telephone: (480) 425-1400
Chandler Office
3115 S Price Rd Ste 111
Chandler, AZ 85248
Telephone: (480) 813-4800
Tempe Office
4700 S Mill Ave Ste 5
Tempe, AZ 85282
Telephone: (480) 420-0502
Mesa Office
2929 N Power Rd Ste 101
Mesa, AZ 85215
Telephone: (480) 813-4800
Gilbert Office
1166 E Warner Rd Ste 101
Gilbert, AZ 85296
Telephone: (480) 409-0440