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Mark Bruce Michelsen
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Mark Bruce Michelsen

4.5
9 reviews

3957 Westerre Parkway, Suite 400, Richmond, VA 23233

Family Law, Divorce, Spousal Support and 3 more

About Mark Bruce Michelsen

Mr. Michelsen has been practicing law in Virginia for nearly 25 years. He has practiced in Federal and State Courts where he has handled criminal and civil cases. He has an extensive background in a variety of areas of law and has litigated numerous cases throughout the Commonwealth. Mr. Michelsen has been a speaker at bar association seminars and was honored to be a guest speaker at the Supreme Court Judicial Settlement Conference for Judges. He has served as a board member and Treasurer of the Metro Richmond Family Law Bar Association and is a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals.

Mr. Michelsen currently focuses his practice on domestic relations law wherein he handles a variety of divorce cases, including complex equitable distribution cases involving business valuations. A majority of his practice involves litigation; however, Mr. Michelsen is also a Collaborative Law Professional and is trained in mediation and participates in dispute resolution conferences as an alternative to court for a number of his divorce cases.

 

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Mark Bruce Michelsen got this award in 2021

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Posted by anonymous
March 15, 2017
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Mr. Michelsen helped us during a very difficult time. He represented our daughter and took care of our whole family. She was a juvenile, we were scared & he ensured all were informed. He was available, kind and a true educator. He made sure we were comfortable and aware of the legal processes as he advocated and represented without judgment. He included us in the execution of his plan throughout every step. Call on him for exceptional support & representation. You will not regret it!

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
March 05, 2017
Hired Attorney

Mark did an amazing job on my child custody case. I am a single mom of four young children. He demonstrated compassion for my situation and fought hard to protect my children. He was ultimately successful in securing full legal and physical custody for me and limited visitation by their father. His fees were extremely reasonable for the services provided. His advice was always excellent and practical. I always felt he had my best interests in mind.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
September 05, 2016
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Far more concerned with his hourly fee than my plight. He took advantage of a single Mom of 2 children with limited resources, coerced me into not firing him several times, told me in an email the firm would work with me over my exorbitant bill (never met with him face to face, either).After paying some $7000, he turned the last $2000 over to a collection agency and was unsuccessful in collecting back child support...the reason he was hired.Find someone with your best interest at heart.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 22, 2012
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Areas of Law

  • Family Law 2
    • Divorce
    • Spousal Support
  • Civil Practice
  • Other 2
    • Equitable Distribution
    • Wills

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Accepted Credit Cards
    American Express
    Discover
    MasterCard
    Other
    Visa
  • Video Calls
    Offers Video Calls
    Video Call Options
    Zoom
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Shareholder
    Firm Name
    Stiles Ewing Powers PC
  • Additional Links
    https://familylawrva.com/attorney/mark-b-michelsen

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1989, Virginia
    1991, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
    1991, U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia
    1993, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Virginia
    1993, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of Virginia
    1993, U.S. Bankruptcy Court
    Memberships
    Henrico County and Richmond Bar Associations
    Metro Richmond Family Law Bar Association.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Richmond
    Class of 1989
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    Class of 1985
    B.A.
    Political Science
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1963
    Durham, North Carolina, November 3, 1963

Contact Mark Bruce Michelsen

Share Holder at Stiles Ewing Powers PC
4.5
9 reviews

3957 Westerre Parkway, Suite 400Richmond, VA 23233U.S.A.

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  • Monday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Tuesday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Saturday By appointment
  • Sunday By appointment

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Mark Bruce Michelsen was admitted in 1989 to the State of Virginia.
  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Mark Bruce Michelsen is admitted to practice before the United States Bankruptcy Courts, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, United States District Court for the Western District of Virginia and United States District Court for the Western District of Virginia.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review rated?
    Yes, Mark Bruce Michelsen has a 4.6 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • How many attorneys are in this law firm?
    Stiles Ewing Powers PC has 11 attorneys at this location.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Mark Bruce Michelsen attended University of Richmond.

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