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Melinda Silk

Melinda Silk

Silk Legal

26+ Years

Legal Experience

About Melinda Silk

Melinda Silk is a seasoned attorney practicing in La Paz County, Arizona, with a focus on domestic relations, including divorce, child custody, and paternity matters. She earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Utah College of Law (S.J. Quinney College of Law) in 1997, where she was honored as a William H. Leary Scholar and received the Utah Bar Foundation's Ethics Award. During her time in law school, Melinda gained valuable experience clerking for the U.S. Attorney's Office in Salt Lake City, Utah.

After graduation, Melinda relocated to Lake Havasu City, Arizona, where she initially worked in Indian Gaming. She later transitioned to the Law Defenders Office as a Legal Defender. Her career path then led her to join Wachtel, Biehn & Malm, where she practiced for a year before establishing her own office in 2005.

Melinda is committed to providing compassionate and competent legal services, believing in supporting her clients through challenging times. Her dedication to her clients is reflected in her personalized approach to legal representation.

The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.

Practice Areas

Divorce
Family Law
Collaborative Law
Contested Divorce
Military Divorce
Property Division
Same Sex Divorce
Spousal Support & Alimony
Uncontested Divorce
Adoption
Child Custody
Child Support
Father's Rights
Guardianship & Conservatorship
Paternity

Arizona Car Accident Laws

Understanding Arizona's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:

Statute of Limitations

2 years

Time limit to file a claim

Negligence Rule

pure comparative fault

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$25K/$50K/$15K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

Where did Melinda Silk earn her law degree?

Melinda Silk earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Utah College of Law.

What areas of law does Melinda Silk specialize in?

Melinda Silk specializes in domestic relations, including divorce, child custody, and paternity issues.

What was Melinda Silk's role at the U.S. Attorney's Office?

Melinda Silk clerked for the U.S. Attorney's Office in Salt Lake City, Utah, during her law school years.

When did Melinda Silk establish her own law office?

Melinda Silk opened her own law office in 2005.

What is Melinda Silk's approach to client service?

Melinda Silk is dedicated to providing compassionate and competent legal services, helping clients through difficult times.

Contact Information

59 Mulberry Avenue Lake Havasu City AZ 86403
La Paz County, AZ
9288547455 Visit Website

Need Legal Help?

Contact Melinda Silk for a free consultation about your accident case.

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After an Accident

  1. 1Seek immediate medical attention
  2. 2Document the scene & gather evidence
  3. 3File a police report
  4. 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
  5. 5Contact Melinda for a free case review

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