About Kristen
Kristen L. Robinson is a senior partner at Mellin Robinson, P.C., a well-respected law firm located in Troy, Michigan. Since 1999, she has dedicated her legal career to family law. This gives clients with expert guidance and support. Her office is conveniently situated in the Heritage Square Building at 1755 West Big Beaver Road, Troy, MI 48084, allowing easy access for clients seeking assistance with family-related legal matters. In 1993, Kristen earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Hope College, a notable institution known for its liberal arts education.
She continued her academic journey at the Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University, where she graduated cum laude with her Juris Doctor in 1999. This strong educational foundation gave her the skills necessary to navigate complex family law issues. Her practice areas encompass many family law matters, including divorce, child custody, parenting time, child support, spousal support, and post-judgment enforcement and modification. Additionally, she specializes in complex divorce cases, often involving significant assets or contentious disputes. Recognized for her expertise, Kristen has received numerous accolades throughout her career. From 2013 to 2018, she was honored as a Michigan Super Lawyer, a designation that highlights her professional achievements and commitment to excellence in family law.
In 2018 and 2019, she was selected as a Michigan Leading Lawyer, further establishing her reputation in the legal community. Beyond her practice, Kristen is a trained neutral mediator, appointed by the court to assist parties in resolving their family law disputes amicably. Active in the legal community, Kristen is a member of several professional organizations. She participates in the State Bar of Michigan's Family Law Section and has served on the Oakland County Bar Association's Family Court Committee as past Chair. Her involvement extends to the Michigan Inter-Professional Association and the Rochester Bar Association, where she contributes her insights and expertise. Kristen has also made significant contributions to legal literature.
She co-authored the "Parenting Time" chapter in the LexisNexis Practice Guide: Michigan Family Law, providing valuable guidance to practitioners in the field. Additionally, she served as a contributing author to the State Bar of Michigan Family Law Section's Guardian Ad Litem and Lawyer Guardian Ad Litem Handbook, showcasing her commitment to advancing the understanding of family law practices. For consultations, her office is located at 900 Wilshire Drive, Suite 115, Troy, MI 48084. She can be reached by phone at (248) 614-9005 or via email at kristen@mellinrobinson.com.
